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Pastor Olumide Emmanuel Narrates How His Wife Left Despite Dr Olukoya, Bishop Oyedepo’s Intervention

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Pastor Olumide Emmanuel Narrates How His Wife Left Despite Dr Olukoya, Bishop Oyedepo's Intervention

Pastor Olumide Emmanuel Narrates How His Wife Left Despite Dr Olukoya, Bishop Oyedepo’s Intervention

 

 

The General Overseer of the Calvary Church, Pastor Olumide Emmanuel, has said his first wife repeatedly abused him during their nine years of marriage.

 

 

The pastor further stated that the wife, whose identity he did not reveal during the interview that was aired on Okonkwo’s YouTube channel and viewed by our correspondent on Tuesday, was an abuser and had been married twice before he met her.

 

 

 

 

Pastor Olumide Emmanuel Narrates How His Wife Left Despite Dr Olukoya, Bishop Oyedepo's Intervention

 

 

He said, “There are some things I won’t say to protect them. I became a pastor at the age of 21. I got married in 1997. This information is coming to the public domain for the first time. A lot of people didn’t know, so I just kept quiet. I lost friends.  And people didn’t know, God said I should keep quiet because he would fight for me and vindicate me. I was a victim.

 

 

 

 

“I met this beautiful daughter of Zion, and when I met with her, we started as business partners and friends. As a business partner, I didn’t know much about her personal life. When we came into contact with each other, it was time to get married, I proposed to her. And then we started a courtship; she explained to me that she was not divorced but that she had been married twice. During this period she told me her story.

 

 

 

 

 

“In the first marriage, she said she got married, but there was no sex, so the marriage was not consummated. She said she discovered that the man could not perform sexually. When the man could not perform, he (the husband) accused her saying that something was wrong with her because he had done it a week before. The man was in a relationship with one of her chief bridesmaids and she still got married to him. So when this came out, it led to a lot of other things. This is all according to her story. So when she got out of this, they went into what is called a dissolution marriage. I did my investigation.’’

Pastor Emmanuel went on to say that despite learning of his ex-wife’s unsuccessful second marriage—which was allegedly caused by the man’s broken promises and infidelity—he still went ahead and married her.

 

 

 

 

He stated, “In her second marriage, they had done the traditional rites. I knew this because she told me she wanted to go abroad for a wedding.

 

 

 

 

“And then she came back and I asked why didn’t the marriage take place. They were to get married, and the man she was to marry was a pastor in a major holy denomination here in Nigeria.

 

 

 

 

 

 

“She had a business before she left Nigeria. And the man promised her that she could still be doing her business when she came. But when she got there, he shifted the goalpost and told her that she had to shut down her business in Nigeria.

“And when I showed up, and by my experience and journey with God, we went ahead and got into the relationship. But the very minute the relationship started, I started noticing things. I realized that she was in the prison of her past.

“I realized that insecurity was a major issue. And then I realized her experience had damaged her and that she was not yet healed from it. Because this was my area, I knew what to do. I knew I could help her.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“And we got married at the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries. The General Overseer of the MFM was involved in the marriage. She took succour in prayer. I told her that prayer could not solve the issue, even though I believe in prayer. I told her she needed help. At one point, there were some things she did that surprised me. She did something that was like a high level of abuse.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

He revealed that he was about to give up and move on due to his wife’s behaviour, which he had gotten tired of even before they were married, but he changed his mind when people pleaded on her behalf.

 

 

He added, “All these things were before marriage, and then she started begging and crying, saying that she was sorry. So we went on with the wedding. On the wedding day, she walked out of the wedding. People do not know all these stories. I’m doing this to help people. And I am doing this openly and globally. She walked out of the wedding; I have people that were there. Why did she walk out of the wedding? — … see how religion destroys people’s lives?”

 

 

In addition, Pastor Emmanuel said that his first wife left the wedding reception—which his mother had insisted on planning on their behalf—during the ceremony because of cultural issues.

 

 

 

 

 

 

He explained, “I don’t believe in wedding gowns and receptions. So my parents were saying, ‘You are the firstborn’, and my mother begged me saying that wedding ceremonies were done once.

 

 

 

 

 

“So when they insisted, I told them they could go ahead and that we would come and visit them. And as we were coming in, my mother came out and started jubilating that “our wife has come.”

 

 

 

 

 

“And then my wife just flipped and told my mother, ‘No, mummy, I’m not your wife. I am my husband’s wife. And that is the way they will begin to call someone a compound wife and begin to pour evil water for someone to match on.’

 

 

 

 

 

“I felt embarrassed. My mom started explaining to her that the house was Jesus’ house and that there was no evil water. She started questioning why we came, and then suddenly turned around and left. On our wedding day, she walked out. That was the beginning of the marriage for the next 10 years.

 

 

 

 

 

“It was a combination of all kinds of things. As a young man, there were many things that I began to see. Your ministry is born out of your misery. I was doing amazingly well from campus to campus, and … will still end up in a failed marriage. And this is why I decided to come and teach the next generation practical things that churches are not talking about.

 

 

 

 

 

“There were all kinds of things, including physical abuse, which we cannot discuss. I cannot go into details, but the abuse was heavy. But let me say this: if I didn’t get a slap, at a minimal count, in nine years of marriage, maybe six times. A full-grown man like me receiving slaps.”

 

 

 

 

 

He clarified that despite the woman’s constant abuse of him; he attempted to resolve their differences but only returned home and discovered that she had left the house after nearly 10 years of marriage.

 

 

 

 

 

He said, “We were coming from Dr  Daniel Olukoya’s office when she introduced me to him. And some things happened that I won’t disclose. Dr Olukoya is one of the humblest men of God I have ever seen; with the way he welcomed us. But when we got back into the car, this woman did not say a word. And when we got to where she would drop, she told me I was so arrogant. And I asked her what I did wrong.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“She said she told me somebody was her father and that I went there and started opening my mouth and felt relaxed. And that I was quoting the scripture and started asking what church I had. And, how many members do I have? She thoroughly dealt with me.

 

 

 

 

 

She said she told me not to mention any date, and I wanted to respond to her but she told me that she would slap me if I said any word.

 

 

 

I parked the car, and I looked at her because even my parents had never slapped me before.

 

 

 

 

“I asked her to repeat what she said. And she repeated that she would slap me. This is why I used to preach to people not to ignore early signs. And history can repeat itself when people refuse to learn from it. And to learn from history, it is not to experience, but that you document it all. All those things that led to abuse, I never did, but she did. She abandoned the house. I got home one day, and she was gone.

 

 

 

 

“I called my lawyer and looked at the laws of Nigeria. I called family members and waited until everything was done and I was the one who filed for divorce. Before I filed for divorce, we had sessions with Dr Olukoya, Pastor  Oyedepo   and a lot of other people.”

 

 

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Opemititi Ajayi Repositions Butter Skin Luxury Skincare Business

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Opemititi Ajayi Repositions Butter Skin Luxury Skincare Business

 

 Opemititi Ajayi, a former banker and seasoned entrepreneur, has successfully made a name for herself in the beauty industry. Since 2013, she has ventured into various lines of business, starting as an interior designer and collaborating with notable clients.

 

In 2021, fueled by her passion for skincare, Opemititi launched “Butter Skin Luxury Skincare,” specializing in addressing diverse skincare concerns. Her brand stands out due to her keen eye for quality and aesthetics. At Butter Skin, all raw materials are internationally sourced, and the focus is on delivering high-quality products rather than merely increasing output.

 

Opemititi emphasizes, “We care deeply about providing our customers with exceptional value. From our containers to our labels, every aspect is carefully curated to ensure the best results for our clients.”

 

Despite the challenges faced in the competitive beauty industry—such as rising raw material costs and logistics—Opemititi remains resilient and committed to her vision. “Running a business is never easy, but I’ve navigated these obstacles to keep thriving,” she asserts.

 

In addition to her skincare line, Opemititi also manages a transportation and real estate business, showcasing her entrepreneurial versatility.

 

With her dedication to quality and an unwavering passion for beauty, Opemititi Ajayi continues to make significant strides in the beauty sector, offering consumers luxurious skincare options that deliver real results.

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IGP Kayode Egbetokun: Patriotism in the Face of Adversity. By Comrade Oladimeji Odeyemi.

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IGP Kayode Egbetokun: Patriotism in the Face of Adversity. By Comrade Oladimeji Odeyemi.

IGP Kayode Egbetokun: Patriotism in the Face of Adversity.

By Comrade Oladimeji Odeyemi.

Patriotism is a personal conviction; a patriot is always ready to risk everything to defend his country against any form of intrusion or any aggression, both internally or externally that may have negative impact on the country, though Nigeria as a country is experiencing some challenges, but there are some patriots who stand out and are ready to give everything to ensure not just safety of the people but enhance a peaceful atmosphere where the nation will prosper, democracy and good governance will thrive and the populace will enjoy the real dividend of democracy.

One of such men with undiluted patriotism and commitment to the Nigerian project is Mr Kayode Egbetokun, Nigeria’s 22nd Inspector General of Police (IGP).

IGP Egbetokun, a brave and courageous security and police strategist who gained enlistment into the prestigious Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) on 3rd March 1990, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in the year 1999.

IGP Kayode Egbetokun was also the Chief Security Officer (CS0) to the then elected governor of Lagos State, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu, now President of Nigeria and the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces.

With a resolute determination to defend the territorial integrity and everything about Nigeria, he rose to the position of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) after serving and rising through the ranks .

He has served as the Commander of the Rapid Response Squad, Lagos State Command, Squadron Commander, MOPOL, Anti Fruad Unit, Federal Capital Territory Command Abuja, Chief Superintendent of Police Administration, Lagos State Command, Area Commander, Osogbo, Osun State, Area Commander, Gusau, Zamfara State etc.

Here is an IGP who came at one of the most difficult time in Nigeria’s history when the internal enemies are now collaborating with the external actors to undermine the nation’s security architecture, sponsoring terror, wasting lives, promoting violent crimes and attempting to undermine the Nigerian State with the instumentality of propaganda,.fake news and false narratives.

Upon Mr Kayode Egbetokun appointment as the IGP and the leader of the internal security operations in the Country and within almost two years in office he has been able to douse the tension in the Country by leading the Nigeria Police Force from the front by dealing seriously and decisively with all criminals and animals in human form and have been able restore peace and normalcy to most troubled part of the Country. The Nigeria Police Force under his command have been able to support other sister security agencies to retake and liberate our lost territories, and various internally displaced persons have been able to go back to their ancestral homes.

This intellectually mobile Inspector General of Police in a paper he delivered at the University of Ibadan 2024 Convocation Lecture, the IGP gave an insight on how, he has use the opportunity of his leadership position to influence positive changes in the Nigeria Police Force, he reiterated that the our Police have continued to found goals. In his lecture, he also emphasize the integral role of citizens in the pursuit of national development. He condescend the importance of collaborative effort between security agencies, the government and the citizens, stating that a stable society is essential for sustainable growth. In the said lecture, the IGP called upon the citizens to enhance their constitutional duties, urging them to foster a culture of integrity, patriotism and civility.

This IGP has focused on modernizing the Nigeria Police Force capabilities and adapting to the ever evolving nature of internal security. He has continued to spearhead initiatives to enhance training programmes, improve equipment and promote innovation within ranks, These efforts not only bolstered the NPF’s operational readiness but also ensured the safety and security of our Nation.

Apart from his excellent achievements in combating all criminal elements who have attempted to create a state within the Nigerian state.

IGP Kayode Egbetokun’s commitment to enhancing the capacity of the NPF afforded him the opportunity to set an unprecedented record as the IGP who has continued to use his tenure to boost Nigeria Police Force’s personnel welfare and have facilitated many legacy projects for the Nigeria Police, some of which includes but not limited, to the establishment of Nigeria Police Resource Center, the establishment of the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrimes Center (NPF- NCCC), the Force Intelligence Building, establishment of the Force Public Relations School, establishment of the Police Intelligence School located in Share, Kwara State, the establishment of the Evidence/Exhibit Storage Facilities and most importantly the acquisition of newly acquired assets for the Police, which included, operational vehicles, armoured personnel carriers, drones, gun trucks etc.

Also in terms of personnel welfare, IGP Kayode Egbetokun have been able to excel where many others have failed, one of the laudable achievement of the IGP was the presentation of a total of ₦9.85 Billion ( Nine Billion, Eight Hundred and Fifty Million Naira) to the families of deceased officers under the Group Life Assurance Scheme, also is the establishment of the IGP family welfare scheme, among other various innovations have been the lot of IGP Kayode Egbetokun.

IGP Kayode Egbetokun did not enjoy smooth ride, through his journey of life, right from the childhood till he was appointed IGP by President Bola Tinubu in June 2023. His adversaries did not want him to grow and succeed in his undertakings as we have seen recently, with the activities of some certain highly partisan individuals, however, in spite of his and that of the NPF’s various victories, the theatre of war appeared this time to the types that mocks victory. The attritional self destructive ventures of some insignificant few, expecially some partisan characters, who masquerade as civil society activist, who have no idea of how the Police operates, this individuals persistently called for his head, they wanted him forcefully removed from office without providing a credible alternative means of combating the various internal security issues facing Nigeria, that this IGP and his personnel have tackled and have also continued to stay on top of their game, the giant strides of the Nigeria Police Force, under IGP Egbetokun rather than draw favourable reports from these characters, sadly this individuals and their sponsors would rather engage in a campaign of calumny against IGP Kayode Egbetokun. But through the dint of hard work, patriotism, selflessness and coupled with his absolute faith in the Almighty God, he has continued to emerged victorious against his adversaries.

Of serious concerns is the activities of a certain Omoyele Sowore, the publisher of a blackmailing entity by the sobriquet ” Sahara reporters”, this hired machinery have continued to employ the use of falsehood, fake news and wicked propaganda in perpetuating lies, unfounded reports and publications against the Nigerian Security Agencies, especially the Nigeria Police Force and it’s Inspector General, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, especially on classified operations of the NPF in internal security operations across the Country. There’s an indication of a strong sinister motive to undermine our nation’s security policies by some external influence using some Nigerians as willing tools. One tends to believe that Omoyele Sowore is one of the few individuals employed by this foreign interest to engage in subterfuge and sabotage against the Nigerian State.

While broadcasting is meant to positively influence the society, set agenda for the social, cultural, political and technological development of the society for the public good. One is also aware that the responsibility of any broadcaster is to inform, educate and entertain it’s audience, but not at the expense of national security and interest, unity and cohesion of Nigeria’s incredible diversity.

It’s becoming clearer to most Nigerians that Omoyele Sowore and his sponsors are on a deliberate mission to sabotage our national security policies by tacitly using his platform of sahara reporters to initiate frivolous lies and unfounded accusations against IGP, Kayode Egbetokun and the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force with a view to cause aparty between the Nigerian People and it’s Police Force.

But the good news is that today, the template which IGP Kayode Egbetokun is laying for the NPF, which made him to face the challenges, where he has continued to defeat the various enablers of violent crimes in the Country and all other enemies of Nigeria, is not only effective. But, surely this is a template that’ll be adopted by all other subsequent leadership of the Nigeria Police Force because of its effectiveness. His various subordinates across the sub nationals have also continued on this part of greatness in bringing more lofty achievements, innovations and dynamism into the operational effectiveness of the NPF.

The Nigeria Police Force have continued to regain it’s rightful place as the pride of the black nation.

IGP Kayode Egbetokun’s patriotism and genuine service to the nation have been widely acknowledged and this has brought forth a lot of acknowledgement, honours, laurels and awards to him both locally and internationally.

His contributions to nation building especially in promotion of peace, religious harmony and culture is also acknowledged by Nigerians across all creed.

On the tenure of IGP Kayode Egbetokun, the nation’s Chief Law Officer, the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Mr Lateef Fagbemi has clarified that the continuous stay of Mr Kayode Egbetokun in Office is legal and constitutional contrary to some manupulative assertion by some insidious characters. The Minster of Justice reiterated that an amendment to the Police Act have secured a Four Year term for the occupants of the Inspector General of Police Office. This position of law is clear an not ambiguous.

Here is an Inspector General of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, who came now, when his Country, Nigeria, needed him most. A loyal IGP to his Country and a loyal IGP to his Commander in Chief.

This article was contributed by Comrade Oladimeji Odeyemi, an entrepreneur, a civil society activist is the Convener of the Coalition of Civil Society Groups Against Terrorism in Nigeria.

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Tunde Olaogun Honoured as Tayese of Oluwo: A Celebration of Dedication and Service

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It is with great excitement and humility that socialite-turned-politician Tunde Olaogun announced his conferment as the Tayese of Oluwo, Iju-Ogundimu, Lagos. Speaking during a recent chat with The Message International, Olaogun described the prestigious traditional title as a testament to his unwavering commitment and contributions to the development of the community.

According to sources, the traditional council recognized Olaogun’s relentless efforts and selfless service, deeming him worthy of this esteemed honor. The conferment ceremony, a grand cultural celebration, is scheduled for April 2025 in Lagos, Nigeria. Although the exact date is yet to be confirmed, the event is expected to draw dignitaries, family, friends, and well-wishers from far and wide.

Expressing his gratitude, Olaogun pledged to continue serving the community with humility and dedication. “I feel deeply honoured and sincerely appreciative for this prestigious title. I see it as a challenge to be even more involved in the development of our community,” he said.

The forthcoming ceremony will undoubtedly be a landmark occasion, symbolizing not just a personal milestone for Olaogun but also a proud moment for the entire Iju-Ogundimu community.

Tunde Olaogun Honoured as Tayese of Oluwo: A Celebration of Dedication and Service

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