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Ooni’s death cannot be hidden, He’s hale and healthy – Chief priest says
The Chief Priest of Oduduwa and Obadio Agbaye Orisun of Yoruba land, Oba Farotimi Faroba, has debunked news about the arrival of remains of Ooni of Ife, Oba Okunade Sijuwade, to Ile-Ife, Osun.
Faroba told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Ile-Ife that the Ooni was hale and healthy.
“Ooni is hale and healthy, and that is to confirm to you that nothing has happened to him.
“And if he is still alive why the rumuor that his remains has arrived in the ancient
town?
“Ooni’s death cannot be hidden.
“Assuming his reported death is true, you will notice crowd at the main palace gate, while the gate would be locked and no one will be allowed to enter.
“Also, the Oduduwa chief priest will announce the demise of the Ooni upon sounding
of a bell at Enuwa square located in front of the palace.
“After the announcement, all the trees in the market would be cut; markets would be closed while all forms of merrymaking such as drumming or partying would be suspended in town for a number of days,” he explained.
Faroba said since Ooni is still alive there was no need to perform any of the rites.
According to him, the wedding of one of the Ooni’s sons which was slated for Aug. 2 in Lagos still went ahead as planned to confirm that the monarch is still alive.
“Ooni is second in command to the deities and if anything happen to him, the 200 gods and goddesses would be aware before Oduduwa chief priest would announce it.
“I am saying all these to confirm to you that Ooni is still alive,” Faroba said.
NAN recalls that some media houses reported on Sunday that the remains of the Ooni may have arrived the ancient town. (NAN)
Why We Honoured AfricentOCL UK, Several Other Top Businesses
Greater London Enterprise Awards’ organizers
Sahara Weekly Reports That SME News Magazine has announced the winners of its 2023 Greater London Enterprise Awards. Africentocl Uk Ltd is one of the prestigious recipients of the honour, for its contribution to the development of the maritime sector globally. AfricentOCL UK won the ‘Best Maritime Materials and Vessel Chartering Provider’ category.
According to a statement from the organizers, the awards event is held annually to honour outstanding top businesses for their special contributions in their sectors. Now in its seventh year, SME News’ ‘Greater London Enterprise Awards’, the organizers say, has continued to recognize SMEs at the very beating heart of the corporate landscape, as they continue to put their best foot forward on a daily basis. “Within the awards programme, we get a deeper understanding of what makes Greater London so bold as we delve into the businesses and individuals who live and breathe progression, compassion, and innovation,” the statement reads.
AfricentOCL UK was bestowed with the award, according to SME News, because of its excellent leadership in service, which distinguishes it and co-awardees and make them outstanding sector leaders. AfricentOCL is a leading global physical commodities and vessels chartering brokerage company, with a strong track record of success in the maritime sector with a unique quality of extensive experience and expertise in the physical commodities trading market.
Having developed a rare knack for managing people and resources, the AfricentOCL chief executive officer, Mr. Juwon Lawal Razaq, an official member of the Forbes Business Council and global ambassador and member of the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Club in London, has made a remarkable impact on the maritime sector. With the courage and boldness of a lion, he has successfully confronted the daunting task of running one of the most strategic aspects of the maritime business.
His company, before the Greater London Enterprise Awards’ honour, has also been recognized both in Nigeria and abroad as one of the best marine companies in the world.
According to Kaven Cooper, the Greater London Enterprise Awards coordinator, “This 2023 edition of Greater London Enterprise Awards was a delight to host”, emphasizing that Africentocl Uk Ltd and other awardees were found to be “focused, determined, and soulful businesses reaching their clients and customers with pride and precision.”
“We pride ourselves on the validity of our awards and winners. The awards are given solely on merit and are awarded to commend those most deserving for their ingenuity and hard work, distinguishing them from their competitors and proving them worthy of recognition,” the organizers elucidate.
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Housing shortage in Nigeria: Firm pledges 300,000 units of affordable housing across 18 LGA of Edo State
Housing shortage in Nigeria: Firm pledges 300,000 units of affordable housing across 18 LGA of Edo State
By Elvis Omoregie
Sahara Weekly Reports That In a bid to mitigate the impact of housing shortage on residents, citizenry, a Firm, “Neighborhood turn key project” has committed to providing 300,000 affordable housing units in 18 local government areas in Edo State.
The company said the initiative which is a pilot project in the State expressed concern that recent studies have shown that 28 million Nigerians need homes.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Arc. (Mrs.) Cecilia Ovuarukpo Atohengbe disclosed this during the ongoing shelter conference in Benin City, Edo State capital.
Cecilia who is also the convener of the conference said participants would discuss housing, examine and profer solutions for the average citizens.
She stated: “Government over the years have come up with several projects to try and meet these housing needs of people leaving in shanties and slums”.
Continuing on the “turn key projects”, Arch. Cecilia said housing is key to reduce citizens desperation, corruption and criminality.
“And as a company, we have designed a solution to enable anyone who earns #40,000 to own a home within 12 months roads, water, light and other amenities are all included in the plan.
“Besides, aspiring house owners doesn’t necessarily need to be a civil servant or own a bank account. He or she moves into the house and start paying- it’s a rent own scheme”, she added.
FG Aims to Grow Creative Economy to $100 Billion by 2030
Sahara Weekly Reports That The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy (FMACCE) in Nigeria has unveiled a strategic roadmap to grow the country’s creative economy to $100 billion in GDP contribution by 2030.
The plan focuses on key sectors like music, film, software, museums, fashion, festivals, and the culinary arts. It aims to create jobs, empower creators, drive exports, and boost Nigeria’s cultural influence globally.
Major initiatives involve setting up creative hubs and cultural centers in cities like Lagos and Abuja to serve as incubators for Nigerian talent.
Funding will come from government allocations, public-private partnerships, investment funds, sponsorships, and other sources.
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