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Senate President’s Independence Anniversary message to Nigerians

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Nigeria Undoubtedly On Path Of Greatness Despite Challenges – Ex-Senate President Lawan


I heartily felicitate with fellow Nigerians on the occasion of our 60th Independence Anniversary.


While we celebrate the Diamond Jubilee Anniversary of our country as a sovereign nation, the occasion is also auspicious for a sober reflection on the progress that we have made, the challenges that we face and the future that we desire as a nation. 


It is in this sense that I consider the theme for the 60th Independence anniversary, “Together”, as apt. 


Indeed, patriotic Nigerians have ample reasons to celebrate the fact that in spite of the clear challenges that the differences in our tongues, modes of worship  and other elements of our diversity pose to nationhood, we have remained Together.
 Our national journey may have been tortuous, our progress slow and unsteady, and primordial fears and sentiments may occasionally cast dark clouds over our unity and threaten our resolve to stick together, but if we look at  great nations throughout history, we would realise that all such experiences are common features of nation-building.
Some of us may not see the wood for the trees due to some unmet expectations. But a broad perspective of issues will strengthen rather than weaken our aspiration of building a great Nigeria.
 Our commitment to the cause of building a nation in which none is oppressed and of which all is proud must therefore remain unshakable. 
This cause fired the zeal of our founding fathers and inspired them to make the great sacrifices  that they made to bequeath to us our independence. 
This cause must remain a proud heritage for the current generation of Nigerians and a baton to pass to future generations.
We should not allow unnecessary magnification of our teething problems by some people to shake our faith in the great destiny of our country.
As has been said, democracy is a journey rather than a destination. National development too is always a work in progress that requires the patient and unconditional commitment of all patriots. 
We value our democracy and the rights it confers on us as citizens of a democratic nation. However, the expression of these rights need not be a clog in the wheel of our national unity, peace and development.
Our democracy is a vehicle for the pursuit of our individual and collective aspirations. We all have roles to play to keep the vehicle roadworthy and fit for purpose. 
On our part as the Legislature, we will continue to provide true representation to the Nigerian people and to strive to make their government work for them. In this regard, the ninth National Assembly is committed to having another look at our constitution, the grundnorm for our co-existence as a nation, with a view to making it a document of the Nigerian people.Fellow Nigerians should take advantage of this opportunity by taking active part in the constitutional review process. The overall objective of the periodic ammendment of our laws is to make them keep pace with the changes that each epoch requires, strengthen the bond that keeps us together and to cement peace and progress in our beloved country.
I wish to salute the resilience of the Nigerian workers in the face of the challenges we face as a nation. Organised labour in particular deserves special commendation for the patriotism they exhibited in the management of the recent disagreement over certain policy decisions arising from the reform programme of the government. Such understanding between the government and the people is always required to move the nation forward.
Finally, as we celebrate our Independence Anniversary, permit me to remind us of the need for us all to continue to  be conscious that the Coronavirus pandemic is still very much with us.
The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 and our health workers at the frontline are working very hard to flatten the curve of the spread of the disease, so we as members of the public must not drop the ball by letting down our guards. Let us abide by the public health safety protocols to avert a second wave of the pandemic.
I wish you all Happy Celebrations!

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How Primate Ayodele Gave Deceased Actor ‘Agbako’ N100K Monthly Till His Death

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*How Primate Ayodele Gave Deceased Actor ‘Agbako’ N100K Monthly Till His Death

 

 

In as much as veteran actor, Charles Olumo popularly known as Agbako died at a very old age yesterday, Primate Ayodele is one of those who are not happy that the thespian who graced our screen for decades is no more.

The Nigerian prophet who leads the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church has always shown his love for Nollywood practitioners, and this is evident in his several addresses to them. He invites them to his church programmes, supports them financially, prays for them, and seeks more support for them.

Due to his love for Nollywood and respect for the industry’s veterans, Primate Ayodele decided to offer the oldest actor, Charles Olumo, who died yesterday, a lifetime salary of N100,000 monthly starting in July 2023.

The prophet made this announcement at an event held by the Nollywood body TAMPAN to celebrate Charles Olumo’s 100th birthday in Abeokuta. At the event, the Nollywood body also made Primate Ayodele its life patron.

At the event, Primate Ayodele instantly gave the veteran a cheque of N500,000 and promised to place him on a monthly salary of N100,000 till his maker calls him home. Asides that, Primate Ayodele called on the Nollywood body to organize a foundation that would cater for old veterans where he would be able to support them financially.

These were his words:

“I appreciate this group for recognizing me, state national and president. I appreciate your service to the country. I appreciate this group for recognizing me, the state national, and the president. I appreciate your service to the country.

“By God’s grace, I will donate the sum of N500,000 to veteran actor, Charles Oluomo and place him on a monthly salary of 100k till his maker calls him home. Also, I will donate N500,000 to the association for this laudable event.

“I want you to come up with a foundation for the old veterans in the industry and include me in it. They don’t have to become beggars before they feed. This foundation will be responsible for their well-being and God’s willing, I will contribute my quota to it.’’

Primate Ayodele’s announcement to place the veteran actor on salary is what others do too but fulfilling the promise is what they fail to do. Many times, this kind of announcement ends immediately when the microphone is dropped but for Primate Ayodele, he ensured the actor gets what he promised him every month since he made the announcement.

May the soul of Charles Olumo rest in perfect peace.

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MULTIPLE HONOURS FOR EVELYN JOSHUA IN ARGENTINA BY DARE ADEJUMO

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MULTIPLE HONOURS FOR EVELYN JOSHUA IN ARGENTINA BY DARE ADEJUMO

MULTIPLE HONOURS FOR EVELYN JOSHUA IN ARGENTINA

BY DARE ADEJUMO

 

In a gallant and joyful show of gratitude for the crusade held in Argentina by the Synagogue Church Of All Nations SCOAN along with its landmark charity programme for the “poorest of the poor” in the country, Pastor Evelyn Joshua has been showered with multiple honours and awards by the government authorities in Argentina. The Crusade was officially recognized as an event of public interest by the various government bodies.
Pastor Joshua received the “Key of the city of Resistencia in CHACO Province” by the Mayor of the city, Abelardo Nokckich,. That “key” makes her the first among equals, a distinguished personality and very important “citizen” of the Argentine city. The other Awards are: from the President of the Chamber of Deputies of the Province of CHACO, Mrs Carmen Delgado Britto in recognition of the Crusade as “a special event and a great thing for the Province by law” and that by the Governor of the province Mr. Leandro Zdero.
Accepting the Awards, Evelyn Joshua who was visibly surprised by the Awards, expressed her deep gratitude to the nation and the Awarders.
“It’s God’s comnand that we should be here to demonstrate His love physically and spiritually. I dedicate these Awards to the christians in Argentina who are striving and yearning to be like our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. That you may continue to grow in faith, spirit and words of God. I thank the Argentine government and all the various authorities that considered me fit for the awards” She prayed for a glorious turn around and God’s blessings for the land.
Major dignatories at the event include: the Provincial Deputy, Mr Paola Beneitez, The Minister of Justice, Labour and Human Rights Mr. Jorge Gomez, Director of Religious Affairs for the Province, Mr Pedro Garcia and Director of Religious Affairs for the municipality of Resistencia, Mr. Javier Pinero.
The two-day Crusade was a high water shed in the christians’ experience in Argentina.

Apart from rejuvenating and invigorating the early Apostolic age revival in a country where Christianity was gradually becoming a mere social gathering, Evelyn Joshua Crusade made the physiognomy of Christianity real with the avalanche of miracles, healings, deliverances, blessings and salvation of several human souls happening simultaneously and practically during the Crusade.

MULTIPLE HONOURS FOR EVELYN JOSHUA IN ARGENTINA
BY DARE ADEJUMO

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Olo Omidan Bata Set To Drop Another Hot Single On Nov 10*

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*Olo Omidan Bata Set To Drop Another Hot Single On Nov 10*

 

Female talented drummer, Olo Omidan Bata, is fresh out of the studios and she is set to drop yet another hot single that will explode in everyone’s faces!

The 23 year old youth beauty is very proud of her culture and flaunting it in stylish class. While her musical colleagues are busy trying to re-sell foreign music, Olo Omidan Bata the queen of the Bata drums is busy most times in the studios working on new African hit songs that will set the dance floor on fire!

Her dexterity and dedication to her kind of music has reflected in her other past singles, released in recent years.

Olo as she is also fondly called is actually one of the very few female that can handle the Bata, and that’s because Bata is such a tasking kind of drum to play.

But Olo handles Bata drums with ease and that is why ‘Inun mi dun’, her next hot song, is going to reflect the star energy that she has put into the African fusion she’s presenting.

The new single is weaved around celebration as the title: ‘Inun mi dun’, suggests. In the song, Olo is thanking God, she’s thanking her star and thanking Atunda Entertainment for making her to hit stardom in her musical career.

“I’m happy to have seen this day! I’m happy to have the right people around me. I’m happy to have been enjoying the right support that has taken me this far. I’m happy for life, so let’s celebrate!” Olo Omidan Bata said excitedly

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