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Nigerian Maritime E-quiz For Secondary Schools Students Set To Hold
First of its kind Nigerian Maritime E-quiz, a School to Sea Campaign for Secondary Schools Students in Nigeria is set to take place in Lagos on Monday September 24, 2019.
The E-quiz which will herald the 25th September Investors In Human Capacity Development in the Education and Maritime Sectors Summit and Awards is being packaged by Mrs V.O Williams the principal partner of Vow Ventures through her NGO, Ocean Ambassadors, whose Chairman is Chief Tunde fanimokun.
According to the Principal Partner, the E-quiz will enable Secondary School students to appreciate Maritime courses and the career opportunities in it.
She said; “The National Maritime quiz is first of its kind in Nigeria and the simple reason behind it is that, Nigeria is a maritime nation and we have so many states that are coastal communities like; Akwa ibom, Lagos, Ondo, Delta, Rivers, Cross river and Bayelsa but, if you ask an average student in those areas if they know about maritime careers, they would not understand what you are even saying.
On the 25th we would have the School to Sea Summit whereby we would bring maritime and education stakeholders to come together to see how we can start the sensitization, how we can create the awareness in various schools so that maritime would be on the lips of every child. We would also have awards for our past sponsors like, NIMASA Sifax, Enl, Tcip, Nigeria Shippers Council, Nigeria Export Promotion Council and a host of others since 2015 to be accompanied by a boat cruise for both investors and stakeholders to see what the shoreline of Lagos is. We have to demystify the fear of no go area for water, eradicate the phobia and by the next year we shall be having such conference, we shall surely have improvements.
Lagos State which is a coastal community with concentration of schools don’t know about maritime careers nor know how to chart a way forward for students when they fail Jamb and admission to the University isn’t possible. So, we decided to have many tools to creating the awareness at an early age for secondary schools students. The concept is to catch them young in the area of transportation, trade and tourism mega sector of the economy so, we brought out maritime because, in maritime there are vast opportunities.
Now the global village is talking about blue economy, when we don’t even know what the maritime is all about, how can we now plug into the sustainable development goals for blue economy for the African nations not to talk of at the global level? So, we have to start the sensitization now. We have been doing it for like five years and the project was endorsed by University of Lagos (UNILAG), the department of Geography to the Post Graduate level. We had a mini-quiz for just the private schools students within Lagos state and the first, second and the third prize winners were taken to Ghana to have another maritime experience which opened the children’s eyes.
These children are now in love with maritime, one of them is now in the University in Warri, one wants to go into maritime studies and the other wants to be a sea captain. So, all these children need is exposure and you will see that the nation will have so many seafarers, logisticians because, maritime is not only about sea fearing, we have engineers, naval architects and so many other careers embedded in it.
We have now gone ahead to come up with the concept of the National Maritime quiz, the first of its kind and we are using Lagos state as our starting point to represent South West because of the concentration of schools. We’ll be having an expanded event come September 24, 2019 where both public and private schools will be meeting in Unilag to attend the first ever maritime E-quiz in Nigeria and by December, we will be moving to portharcourt to represent the South East and the South/South, then next year we move to Abuja for the Northern parts of the country.
We are using this opportunity to appeal to sponsors to come and partner with us to help fashion out a different horizon for the well-being of this upcoming generation because if we don’t do it now, we would have another neo colonization, there would be a gap. As it is now, we are clamoring for Nigerian vessels, who will Man these vessels? Is it the same foreigners again? And we are talking about local content, where does local content come in If we don’t catch them young now? What stops Nigeria from emulating the Asian countries that have best seafarers and are training and encouraging their students to learn on the field? So, we want this upcoming generation to rewrite the maritime history of Nigeria in the global space and i’m sure we would get there very soon.
Our minister for transportation is someone who likes empowerment and everything that will add value to institutions and human development so, we are appealing to the Federal Ministry of transportation to collaborate with Federal Ministry of Education at the Federal level to include Maritime studies into the curriculum even if not full curriculum, let it be extra-curriculum whereby the children will take visits to seaports, board vessels to create a thirst for the children to take on maritime related studies and once there is a synergy between the two Ministries, it will automatically be domesticated in each state regardless of it being a coastal state or not.
We would have maritime tourism, maritime transportation because the roads are crying out for help so, by the time we have maritime transportation the country will achieve.
Aare Adetola Emmanuel King Congratulates Hon. Adesola Ayoola-Elegbeji on Election Victory
The Chairman/CEO of Adron Group, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuel King KOF, has congratulated Hon. Adesola Ayoola-Elegbeji on her resounding victory in the just-concluded by-election for the Remo Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives.
In a goodwill message issued by him, he described the victory as “a historic moment for the Remo people, coming at a time when the constituency yearns for a leader with vision, courage, and genuine commitment to service.”
He noted that the outcome of the election was an attestation to the trust and confidence reposed in Hon. Ayoola-Elegbeji by the people, adding that her sterling qualities, integrity, accessibility, and compassion for the grassroots had endeared her to the electorate.
“The overwhelming support you garnered at the polls is proof that you are the right voice at the right time to carry the aspirations of Remo to the national stage,” he stated.
While acknowledging that the by-election followed the painful demise of the late Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga (Ijaya), Aare Adetola Emmanuel King said Hon. Ayoola-Elegbeji’s emergence symbolizes the continuity of purposeful representation. He expressed confidence that she would not only sustain the legacy of her predecessor but also surpass it with new energy, innovative ideas, and progressive leadership.
The Adron Group Chairman further prayed for divine wisdom, strength, and compassion for the Member-Elect as she assumes office, expressing confidence that her tenure will usher in meaningful development, economic empowerment, and greater opportunities for the people of Remo Federal Constituency.
Olowu Celebrates Former Military President, Ibrahim Babangida, At 84
Olowu of Kuta, HRM Oba Dr Hammed Oyelude Makama, CON, Tegbosun III, has congratulated former military president, Gen Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, rtd, who is 84 today.
Olowu, in a statement he signed, eulogised the former military ruler for his modest achievements while he was in power.
According to Olowu, ” IBB is an enigma. He has carved a niche for himself as a former military president. His tenure witnessed the completion of many monumental legacy projects that are still visible today. His Hill Top Mansion in Minna has become a Mecca of sorts for those who aspired to lead Nigeria.”
Olowu, who described Gen Babangida as being grossly misunderstood, said history would be kind to him.
He said, “The launch of Gen Babangida’s Autobiography: ‘A Journey In Service’, and the testimonies from the likes of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, Tony Elumelu, Jim Ovia, Abdusalam Rabiu, Oil Magnate, Arthur Eze, and many others, testified to his goodwill despite leaving public office three decades ago.
” On behalf of myself, my Oloris and Olowu-In-Council.
All members of the defunct IBB Vision 2003 and Vision 2007, I wish President Ibrahim Babangida, rtd, a happy birthday. I also wish him all the best as he aged gracefully,” Olowu added.
Born on August 17, 1941, Gen Ibrahim Babangida, rtd, ruled Nigeria from 1985 to 1993.
His presidency was marked by significant political and economic reforms.
A new dawn breaks over Agunjin — a moment etched in gold in the annals of history — as the crown of the Ariwajoye Adekeye Royal Dynasty returns to its rightful home. With this homecoming, the living legacy of Agunjin’s royal heritage is renewed, strengthened, and destined to shine for generations to come.
The proud sons and daughters of Agunjin welcome His Royal Highness, Oba Isiaka Babatunde Malik Adekeye, Ariwajoye III of Agunjin Land, with joy, reverence, and boundless hope for the future.
A distinguished Nigerian based in New York, Oba Adekeye is a dynamic and accomplished professional whose illustrious career spans cinematography, international trade, and hospitality. Born into the revered Ariwajoye Adekeye Royal Family of Agunjin, in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, His Royal Highness now carries forward an ancestral legacy steeped in honor, dignity, and purpose.
The new Oba Adekeye is the proud nephew of the late Oba Jimoh Ajide Adekeye and the grandson of Oba Alade Adekeye — custodians of Agunjin’s noble traditions whose names remain deeply woven into the history of the land.
As the Yoruba say,
“Adé kì í wọ́ lórí aláìní orí.” — The crown does not rest on a head without destiny.”
His Royal Highness wears the crown not as a mere ornament, but as a solemn trust from his ancestors to his people.
The Adekeye Royal Family extends profound gratitude to: His Excellency, H.E.AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON, Chaiman GFON, Sadauna Ngeri of Ilorin, Executive Governor of Kwara State; The Chairman, Kwara State Council of Chiefs, Alhaji (Dr.) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, Emir of Ilorin; The Chairman, Igbomina Traditional Rulers Forum, Oba (Barr.) Alh. Ismail Bolaji Yahaya Atoloye Alebiosu, Olupo of Ajase Ipo; The Chairman, Ifelodun Traditional Council, HRM Oba (Dr.) Alhaji Ahmed Awuni Babalola Arepo III, Elese of Igbaja; The Ifelodun Traditional Council Members and the Kwara State Traditional Council.
Our heartfelt appreciation also goes to the Hon. Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Abdullahi Bata, and to the Executive Chairman, Ifelodun LGA, Hon. Femi Yusuf, for their steadfast commitment to upholding historical truths and safeguarding the cherished traditions of Agunjin.
As the newly crowned Ariwajoye III, Oba Adekeye brings decades of professionalism, global exposure, and deep cultural pride to his reign. His vision is noble and unwavering — to champion sustainable development across the Agunjin district, preserve the rich traditions of the land, and unite his people both at home and in the diaspora under one banner of progress, peace, and pride.
In the words of an old royal proverb, “When the king builds bridges, the people will cross to a better tomorrow.” Ariwajoye III now stands as that bridge — connecting the heritage of the past with the promise of the future.
Long live Ariwajoye III. Long live the Ariwajoye Adekeye Royal Family. Long live Agunjin Land.
Prince Oluwatoyin Adekeye For the Family
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