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Senator Okorocha, Ekong Sampson, Anietie Usen, Others Hail Maadiah johnson

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QUEEN MAADIAH: Senator Okorocha, Ekong Sampson, Anietie Usen, Others Hail Nigerian Teen Author, Queen Maadiah Johnson As She Launched Her Debut Effort “Raise them, Queens.”

By Ifioque
Former governor and serving Senator, Owelle Rochas Okorocha has described Queen Maadiah Johnson, Nigerian Teen Author as a Wizkid.
Senator Okorocha, Ekong Sampson, Anietie Usen, Others Hail Maadiah johnson
The debut of her latest effort – “Raise Them Queens” happened on Saturday, June 26, 2021, at the Conference Hall, Watbridge Hotel, IBB Way, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
      Okorocha in the company of the Uyo Book Club, the Johnsons, and withstanding ovation from seasoned men, women, and children at the event advised the youth to engage themselves in educational efforts that would assist them in their future endeavors.
      Queen Maadiah Johnson’s journey in the industry started like a dream – a still, small voice of inspiration. And then, sheet after sheet of paper, sentence after sentence, she wrought her way to becoming the youngest author in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria with the published book “Clawed to Death” now selling on Amazon.
 On June 24, 2021, Queen Maadiah Johnson launched her Pro girl child project, “Raise Them, Queens.” The initiative is a call to all arms of society, a reorientation campaign as it concerns raising the girl child, to completely toss rape, abuse, violence, servitude, and child labour into the figurative Mediterranean Sea.
Queen Madinah at the event noted that “When the girl child is accepted as a queen, she’s honoured, respected and won’t be molested nor abused.”
Senator Okorocha, Ekong Sampson, Anietie Usen, Others Hail Maadiah johnson
This concerted effort of the 16-year-old Queen Maadiah Johnson is a step to her, but a mile for the girl child and every youngster in Nigeria and around the world who lives, dreams, and hopes for the light.
            “Clawed To Death” was created in Maadiah’s unbelievable imagination as a 10-year-old girl.
      “I gathered paper, glued them perfectly together to form a small book, and then I designed a unique front cover with the fearsome but analytical title above.”
      “I started writing and the ink kept flowing while my mind kept stringing layers upon layers of words and sentences together. It took three days to finish what my mind had canvassed.”
      “Back at school, I was not hesitant to show my classmates what I had done. They were amused at what seemed like a pirated story, but if pirated means an original idea reproduced on the bearer’s mind for endless days and night, then I would agree, it had been pirated.”
      “I kept writing, creating a mental world of bliss that friends could travel to just by weaving through my beautiful wordplay. Their amusement was a major inspiration; It gave a great sense of satisfaction and pleasure.”
     “Then one day, I stopped. I stopped and thought: these were kids like me, what about the older population? Would they find stories of wolves and myths as interesting at their level? Were my infantile imaginations going to be controversial? Did the African society have room to accommodate science fiction literature like mine?”
      “I had to pull back in loss of motivation to go a step further. I piled my works and stashed them in a box in the distant corners of my mind and the house – I stopped writing.”
“Another ‘child’s play’ sadly ended.
      “5 years later, during routine home cleaning on a torrid afternoon, I stumbled on a familiar disorderly heap of abandoned books in a box. I smiled: memories of my conjured reality were refreshed. I immediately got back to work!”
     “Thinking, writing, editing, canceling and writing again, chewing the back end of my pen, I refined those thoughts. It was the Covid-19 lockdown and I had enough time to recreate.”
     “Word after word, line by line, I slowly but consistently cut through the sentence structures until, phew! I heaved in satisfaction.”
     “After hours and days of dictionary usage, sleepless nights and laborious days way beyond what a 10-year-old should endure, “Clawed To Death” was born.”
       “I dedicate this book to the girl-child in particular, and to everyone who ever faced discouragement, redundancy and fear – essentially all of us.”
Queen Maadiah in her formative days had always loved creative think-through solutions.
      Hear her: “I remember spending countless hours watching shows on artistry, literary works and showmanship — basically anything that got my mind to explore.”
      “I have always painted this perfect picture of a world where innovations come from the younger minds, and opportunities are given to the youths to exchange those talents and values with the world.”
      “My aims and objectives with this project “Raise Them Queens” is to bring the right value of the girl child to the fore, by creating a sensitization programme for the government and parents to appreciate the need to raise female children as queens.”
      “In every developed societies, inputs of women are pivotal to development. In fact, by nature, a woman was made a solution. A girl child must not be treated unequally; a girl child can not be rudely dealt with; a girl child cannot be bullied, cannot be raped, cannot be seen as body part merchandise. Women should be respected and accepted if our society must be fixed.”
      According to Maadiah, her mission includes:
1. Raising a network of young women to mobilize across Africa and raise an army of confident Queens.
2. Visiting schools in Nigeria to indoctrinate the girl child on the right values and self-dignity necessary to impact society.
3. Visiting social groupings and religious communities to help them appreciate the values of our young women.
      She intends to publish 3 more books before the end of first quarter in 2022. They are: Diary of the Nigerian Girl, Holding Hands and Love At First Words.
      Find her social media platforms on
 linktr.ee/maadieanie or contact mobile +2348055659755

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Adron Homes Celebrates Visionary Chairman, Aare Adetola Emmanuel King, at 51

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Adron Homes Celebrates Visionary Chairman, Aare Adetola Emmanuel King, at 51

 

The management and staff of Adron Homes and Properties Limited have joined family, friends, associates, and well-wishers across the globe to celebrate their Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing, as he marks his 51st birthday.

Adron Homes Celebrates Visionary Chairman, Aare Adetola Emmanuel King, at 51

In a statement released by the company, the milestone was described as a celebration of an exceptional leader whose vision, resilience, and entrepreneurial brilliance have not only transformed Adron Homes into a household name in Nigeria’s real estate sector but have also redefined affordable housing across the country.

 

Under his dynamic leadership, Adron Homes has continued to expand its footprint, delivering value-driven residential solutions while empowering thousands of Nigerians with opportunities for home ownership. His commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has remained the driving force behind the company’s sustained growth and industry leadership.

 

The statement further highlighted Aare EmmanuelKing’s passion for nation-building and community development, noting his significant contributions to job creation, youth empowerment, and the promotion of socio-economic development through real estate investments.

 

“As a leader, mentor, and visionary, Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing has consistently inspired a culture of excellence, integrity, and dedication within the organization. His ability to turn bold ideas into reality continues to position Adron Homes as a trailblazer in the industry,” the statement read.

 

The company expressed profound gratitude for his steadfast leadership and prayed for continued wisdom, strength, and sound health as he embarks on another year of impactful achievements.

 

As he celebrates his 51st birthday, the entire Adron Homes family proudly honours a man whose legacy continues to shape the future of real estate in Nigeria.

 

Happy 51st Birthday, Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing!

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Oba Ara Releases Emotional Tribute to Late Taiwo Adegbodu

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Taofik Afolabi 

 

The gospel music community continues to grieve the painful loss of Taiwo Adegbodu, a beloved figure whose sudden departure left a deep void among fans, colleagues, and loved ones. In response to this loss, renowned gospel minister Rotimi Onimole, popularly known as Oba Ara, has released a moving tribute song that captures both the sorrow of the moment and the enduring legacy of the late singer.

 

Oba Ara, a proud son of Isale Eko, channels raw emotion throughout the song, using heartfelt lyrics and soul-stirring melodies to reflect on his personal connection with Taiwo Adegbodu. In the tribute, he openly expresses how deeply the news of Adegbodu’s passing shook him, describing it as a painful and unexpected loss that is difficult to come to terms with.

 

The song goes beyond mourning, it celebrates the life, ministry, and impact of Taiwo Adegbodu. Oba Ara highlights the late artist’s dedication to spreading the gospel through music, his inspiring voice, and the spiritual influence he had on many within and beyond Nigeria. Through powerful verses, he paints a picture of a man who lived for God and touched countless lives through his ministry.

 

Listeners have described the tribute as both comforting and deeply emotional, as it resonates with the collective grief of the gospel music community. It serves as a reminder that although Taiwo Adegbodu is no longer physically present, his music, message, and legacy will continue to live on.

 

In honoring his late colleague, Oba Ara not only pays his respects but also offers a source of healing for fans and fellow ministers, using music as a tool to process grief and celebrate a life well lived.

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Buratai, Fagbemi , Shagaya, Olofa, Others Eulogise Olowu Kuta’s Olori On 60th Birthday, Foundation Launch

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Buratai, Fagbemi , Shagaya, Olofa, Others Eulogise Olowu Kuta’s Olori On 60th Birthday, Foundation Launch

 

Eminent personalities across the Nigeria stormed the TFK Event Centre, Bala Mohammed Way, Guzape, Abuja, to celebrate the 60th birthday of Olowu Kuta’s Olori, Queen Jumai Amoke and her Foundation Launch on Saturday 28, March 2026.

From former Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen TY Buratai rtd, to the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Fagbemi; Olofa of Offa, HRM Oba Mufutau Gbadamosi. Even top businesswoman and socialite, Chief (Mrs) Bola Shagaya, was in attendance.

Buratai, Fagbemi , Shagaya, Olofa, Others Eulogise Olowu Kuta's Olori On 60th Birthday, Foundation Launch

Other dignitaries were newly promoted Deputy Inspector-General of Police and former AIG Zone 2 , Lagos , Adegoke Fayoade, Major General Abdumalik, Major General Samuel Adebayo rtd (Fmr CDI);

Major General Anthony Omozoje rtd (Fmr Copp);

 

Alhaji Tajudeen Owoyemi (Asiwaju of Offa and CEO Radisson Hotel Nigeria;

 

Dr Waheed Olagunju, former managing director of Bank of Industry, Oniba of Iba, Lagos State, HRM Oba Dr Suleiman Raji ;

Justice Falola, Olu of Ile-Ogbo , Oba Adetoyese amongst many traditional rulers and captains of industry too numerous to mention.

Speaking at the occasion, the Chief Host, Olowu of Kuta, HRM Oba Dr Adekunle Oyelude Makama, CON , Tegbosun iii, who is also the husband of the celebrant commended Queen Jumai for ‘ her slender arms full of kindness’ to establish such humanitarian Foundation, ‘Amoke Children and mother in Need Foundation’ at a time Nigerians are going through economic crisis occassioned by the global meltdown.

Olowu also commended her steadfastness and love for the less privileged and downtrodden.

The monarch refrenced the task before his wife’s humanitarian gesture said her best is yet to come.

” Olori Amoke Jumai, I celebrate you. You will celebrate 70, 80, 90 and continue to shine as you continue to put a smile on people’s faces. I love you, “Olowu Kuta added.

To Lt Gen Buratai, a former army chief and former Nigerian Ambassador to Benin Republic, the reward of hard work is more work.

Buratai, who also doubles as Balogun Agba of Owu Kuta, a chieftaincy title reserved for a generalismo congratulated Queen Jumai for attaining the age of 60 in good health.

The retired army General said he’s not surprised by the turn out of eminent personalities across the country to celebrate the Olowu Kuta’s Olori because she merited it through her hospitality to all, adding that Allah the most merciful, most beneficial would accept all her act of ibadah.

The minister of Justice, Prince Fagbemi, was full of praises for Queen Jumai for deeming it fit to have a place in her heart to accommodate the needy and less privileged in ‘our society.’

Prince Fagbemi urged the guests to contribute generously to support the Foundation in order to continue to alleviate poverty and put a smile on the faces of the people.

” I congratulate you on your 60th birthday and Foundation Launch. I wish you many happy returns of the day and many more fruitful services to the country and motherland”, Prince Fagbemi added.

The celebrant, Queen Jumai who was grining from ear to ear thankfully said she was excited by the turn out and the response of the people to her foundation.

Queen Jumai, however, promised to continue to use her resources and donations received for the good of the needy and less privileged in the society.

” I want to appreciate my own Kabiesi Olofa of Offa , for his presence and im I’m using him as a point of contact to all other Kabiesis present here, the minister of justice and Attorney-General, you’re welcome, sir; Mrs Bola Shagaya, I salute your enterprise, Lt Gen Buratai, I’m grateful, sir; DIG Fayoade, Justice Falola and other dignitaries too numerous to mention, I thank you, all. To my darling husband, Kabiesi Olowu , I thank you immensely for your support. And to my family and friends, I thank you , all. E se pupo!”, she said.

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