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QUEENS PALM Support Initiative Hosts KING’S CONFERENCE in Lagos

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It was all delight on the 25th of May 2024, as Sabrina Ozma hosted a landmark conference at Elomaz Hotel in Maryland, Lagos. Themed “QUEENS PALM SUPPORT INITIATIVE: KING’S CONFERENCE,” the event drew an array of honorable guests and distinguished speakers, including Ayoola Jolayemi, Ayorinde Adebello, Oluwafemi Oyewunmi, and Hon. Lanre Oyegbola. Panelists at the conference featured Tolu Aduradola, Afolabi Anibaba, and Ayo Obayemi.

Sabrina, the event’s convener who was full of joy at the successful outing informed the press, that “this won’t be the last event of its kind. Soon, there will be a men’s (KINGS) masterclass for six weeks, completely free of charge.”

Her announcement reflects a firm commitment to fostering inclusive learning opportunities, ensuring that both men and women have access to valuable resources for personal and professional growth. This initiative underscores Sabrina’s dedication to education and empowerment, signaling a proactive approach to addressing gender disparities by providing equitable opportunities for skill development and enrichment.

During a chat with the press, Ayoola Jolayemi, a distinguished communication expert, emphasized the paramount importance of effective communication in all areas of life, including within our homes. He highlighted that truly listening to others is a vital component of meaningful communication. “When someone needs your time and attention, it is crucial to set aside other distractions and be fully present. By doing so, we demonstrate respect and care, fostering stronger, more understanding relationships.”

Ayoola’s insights serve as a reminder that good communication is foundational to building trust and connection, both in personal and professional settings.

Hon. Lanre Oyegbola, the keynote speaker, discussed “Leadership Skills and Development,” a topic he has spent a lifetime exploring and embodying. He concluded his speech by emphasizing the importance of continuous self-development: “Leadership is not a destination but a journey. It requires constant learning and adaptation. By developing our skills and embracing our roles with dedication and humility, we can become the leaders our world desperately needs,” he said.

On his own part, Mr. Oluwafemi Oyewunmi, a financial expert, spoke about how the youths can grow and not wait for the government. He said, “I believe strongly that we have human capacity. If you look at our population, you will find that the average age of a Nigerian is that of a Gen Z, which is an issue for our prosperity.

Saying, “People need to have the right knowledge and be equipped early enough, not just with formal education but with the capacity to discover themselves. The world itself is saturated and looking for new solutions, and I believe those solutions are with our generation. If they are exposed to the right education, the opportunities are endless.”

“One of the good things that has happened to us is the success around the internet, but the internet should be used in the right direction. While people are corrupted on the internet too, if we use it to expose ourselves to more opportunities for knowledge or to find ways to make money, our young people, with their energy to learn, can discover solutions for the world.”

Ayorinde Adebello, the convener of the He Conference and She Conference, spoke about how the QUEENS PALM SUPPORT INITIATIVE: KING’S CONFERENCE will impact the lives of men. He said, “This program is to help men realize that there’s so much they can be and there’s so much they can do. I believe this is a positive step in the right direction to help men understand that society values them and needs them.”

Tolu Aduradola also commented, “QUEENS PALM SUPPORT INITIATIVE has done something very interesting by setting up an intervention that addresses men. I think the more men focus on themselves and their entire well-being, spiritually and physically, health-wise, mental well-being, the better family unit, the better marriages, society and our world at large.”

Joshua Eze, a special guest at the event, added, “QUEENS PALM SUPPORT INITIATIVE: KING’S CONFERENCE will help motivate men who find it difficult to be who they want to be, who they want to become, and how to stand on their own.”
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OTUNBA WASIU JAIYEOLA BAGS TASUED’S DOCTORATE DEGREE

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OTUNBA WASIU JAIYEOLA BAGS TASUED’S DOCTORATE DEGREE

 

In recognition of his impactful contributions to clothing and textile industry in Ogun state in particular and Nigeria in general, the Governing Council of Tai Solarin University of Education, ijagun is set to honour the Founder of Wessy Creations, Otunba Jaiyeola Wasiu, with the Doctor of Science, D.sc Ed (Honoris causa) in Textile and Clothing.

The letter of conferment of the award dated September 30, 2024 with reference number TASUED/REG.122/VOL.1/006 and signed by the Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Oluwole Banjo, indicated that: “The Award is in recognition of your passion for education, and numerous contributions to the advancement of human race in general.”

The letter reads further: “The University takes special recognition of your numerous professional achievements and community services, including your exemplary leadership roles in our Nation as an elder statesman whose modest achievements and accomplishments represent the idea of integrity and selflessness, which our University stand for.
“The University joins well-meaning Nigerians in celebrating your humble, worthy, and outstanding legacies in the service of humanity.
“We also congratulate you and your family on your many notable achievements in life”.

The conferment ceremony is slated for Thursday, 28th November, 2024 at the School Auditorium in Ijagun, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.

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Family Pleads With FG to save brother in South African prison

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Family Pleads With FG to save brother in South African prison

 

The family of a Nigerian businessman, Olatunji Abdul, imprisoned in South Africa, has called on the Nigerian government and the Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, to intervene and save his life urgently.

The family, at a press conference on Thursday at Ikeja, alleged that Olatunji, a businessman and humanitarian, who has been held in a South African prison since 2019, is a victim of false charges allegedly orchestrated by state agents and xenophobic business rivals and that he is facing imminent danger.

PUNCH Metro gathered that through a petition submitted by the founder of Zarephath Aid, Ben Abraham, an international criminal justice organisation, the family narrated the ordeal of the Osun State-born entrepreneur.

 

Abdul, who relocated to South Africa in 2009, established himself as a prominent figure in the hospitality and tourism sectors.

According to the family, as the founder and CEO of Hydro Club, a leading hospitality consultancy in Johannesburg, he provided employment opportunities for Nigerians and supported businesses, students, and tourists in the diaspora.

However, his family believes his success made him a target for xenophobic competitors and corrupt officials.

 

Olatunji’s brother, Sesan, revealed that in 2019, these forces allegedly initiated a scheme, called “#DestroyAbdul,” aimed at destroying his reputation and business ventures.

Sesan claimed that this led to his wrongful arrest, denial of bail, and coercion into providing false confessions.

“In 2020, Olatunji was convicted on charges of theft and sentenced to 15 years in prison, a sentence his supporters insist was based on fabricated evidence.’

“Despite being granted leave to appeal his sentence in November 2024, Abdul is said to be facing further challenges as his efforts to secure legal representation for his appeal have been thwarted.

 

“Several lawyers have reportedly withdrawn from his case due to threats and intimidation, leaving him to represent himself in court,” he said.

His family further stated that his situation is worsening, with fears of poisoning in prison and the confiscation of his laptop, which he needed for legal preparation.

The family, along with Zarephath Aid, appealed to the FG to act swiftly to prevent Olatunji’s death.

 

“If nothing is done, we risk losing a man who has brought pride to Nigeria and significantly contributed to the Nigerian diaspora.”

The petition reads. “Abdul is not a criminal; he is a victim of a malicious plot to destroy him.”

Olatunji’s physical and emotional health has reportedly deteriorated.

His family added that without intervention, his life remains in grave danger.

“This is not just about Abdul,” said Ben Abraham of Zarephath Aid. “It is about protecting Nigerians abroad who face unjust persecution despite their positive contributions.

 

“Abdul is an example of what Nigerians can achieve, and he deserves the protection of his country,” he said.

“Abdul is not just a businessman; he is a father, a son, and a role model for Nigerians in the diaspora. Nigeria must act now to bring him home,” the family stated.

 

 

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How Visiting US-based Nigerian bought nine drugs before death 

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How Visiting US-based Nigerian bought nine drugs before death

 

The Ogun State Police Command on Thursday said it found nine different drugs and medications in the hotel room of the visiting US-based 51-year-old Sunday Abidoye whose lifeless body was discovered at the Creestar Hotel room, GRA, Sagamu, on Wednesday.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Omolola Odutola, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday to confirm Abidoye’s death.

Odutola explained that the Chief Security Officer of the hotel, one Mr Oluwole, reported the incident regarding the discovery of the deceased customer to the police, five days after his arrival from the United States of America.

She said on receiving the report, a team of detectives visited the scene and on arrival, found the body of the deceased already placed inside a car outside the hotel, being prepared to be taken to the morgue by his family.

 

Odutola said that the deceased’s brother, Jimoh Godday, residing in Imota, Lagos State, informed the police team that his brother had arrived in Nigeria from the USA on Saturday, November 16, 2024.

 

She explained further that Godday said he had called at the hotel on Monday and knocked on Room 109, where his brother was staying, but got no response after which he requested a spare key from the manager to enter the room, where they discovered his brother’s lifeless body.

Odutola said, “Photos were taken, and various drugs and traditional medicines were recovered from the room.

 

“The centre of the bed was soaked with a liquid-like substance. A friend of the deceased, Ogunmonti Ogunwole, confirmed that he accompanied his friend, Sunday, to purchase nine different types of medication the previous day due to his complaints of illness.

“The body has since been evacuated to OOUTH morgue in Sagamu for an autopsy.

“No known cause of death yet, and the case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for discreet investigation.”

 

 

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