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Violent Protests: Mr. President Tinubu, Primate Ayodele Warned You!* By Joel Aluko

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Violent Protests: Mr. President Tinubu, Primate Ayodele Warned You!* By Joel Aluko

*Violent Protests: Mr. President Tinubu, Primate Ayodele Warned You!*

By Joel Aluko

 

 

 

There has been palpable tension in major states in the country including the FCT, Abuja since the early hours of today due to the protest which many didn’t anticipate to turn out violently.

 

 

 

The date of the protest had been set some weeks ago and sincerely, the government tried to ensure that the protest didn’t hold by suddenly creating job opportunities, reducing the price of rice, sharing of funds, making some policies that appeared people friendly but as it stands, the purpose of all those last minute interventions has been defeated; the protest has made significant negative impact already.

 

 

 

In states like Kano, protesters secured their way into the government house, they looted the newly built NCC complex, stole food items from stores across the state, destroyed government properties, vandalized social amenities, burnt buildings to ashes, and many more.

 

 

 

In Abuja, despite the warnings of the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike that protest won’t be allowed, the massive crowd that is currently in FCT protesting, destroying properties, is beyond the imagination of many. There has never been such a kind of protest in Abuja in the last 15 years.

 

 

 

In Niger state, about six protesters were reportedly killed while Kaduna saw the death of one protester. So far, about four states have declared a 24-hour curfew in order to curb the violence that may still erupt as a result of the protest. In short, there is already a breakdown of law and order nationwide.

 

Violent Protests: Mr. President Tinubu, Primate Ayodele Warned You!*
By Joel Aluko

 

In the midst of all these unfortunate happenings, all that I can remember is Primate Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church warned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Not once, not twice did he warn the president out of his ‘church mind’, he warned him about four different times to prepare for a massive protest that may be bigger than ‘ENDSARS’ if he doesn’t take care of hardship that is ravaging the country.

Starting from Saturday, 6th of July 2024 when he launched the 30th edition of his annual prophecy book titled Warnings To The Nations, Primate Ayodele while answering interview questions made it known that there will be a massive protest that will be described as the ‘Mother of all protests’ except the government takes urgent steps to avert it.

He specifically mentioned that the protest would be about hunger and anger in the country and that if the President wants to avert it, he needs to solve the highlighted problems. Incidentally, notice of the protest started gathering momentum the following week after the prophet made the statement.

These were his words:

“I see a major protest worse than EndSARS protest before 2027. Except the government of the day is ready and will be willing to do the needful to ameliorate the hardship in the land. As a matter of fact, the government must take urgent steps to address the hunger and the anger in the land before September ending. If the government wants to avert the mother of all protests, they must do the right thing in addressing hunger and joblessness in the country.”

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In May 2024, Primate Ayodele, as usual, called on President Tinubu to solve economic problems or allow himself to face a protest bigger than ENDSARS. The warnings in May were spectacular because the prophet mentioned that the protest is likely to happen between August and September 2024. He called on the President to ensure that he solves the economic and hunger crisis in order to prevent such protests.

These were his words

‘’President Tinubu, don’t allow another massive protest to come up, let there be food on the table of Nigerians. Do something about this inflation so that we can avoid inflation. I see another massive protest that will affect every quarter. If there is no improvement by August-September, it will be terrible.’’

Solve hunger, economic problems or face protest bigger than EndSARS – Primate Ayodele warns Tinubu

It’s quite unfortunate that people in power don’t respect and listen to divine instructions because if they do, Nigeria would not be experiencing another massive protest in 2024. The prophet had said what was going to happen, he even gave a timeline, this was in May; about four months ago but nothing was done till the last minute when all plans to protest had been made already.

Meanwhile, before the 2023 presidential election, Primate Ayodele mentioned that anyone that wins among the three top candidates will experience massive protest. He however advised that whoever wins must ensure that everyone is carried along and also exercise patience in decision making in order to avoid this massive protest he has been warning about.

These were his words:

‘’I foresee a massive protest either ATIKU, TINUBU, OBI or KWANKWASO is in the saddle. Anyone of them MUST PRAY AGAINST any major massive protest that is a mother of END SARS. When and time I don’t know but before the end of the new era because it is not going to be immediate change either any of the three wins but one would be better than the other. But Nigeria will not want to be patient. That is the reason why the incoming government must exercise patience and make the people understand. ‘’

In relation to this prophecy which was foretold before the election, it would be recalled that President Tinubu started his administration with a policy that set a foundation for hardship. The effect of his declaration is still very much significant in the problems that led to this protest. Apparently, he ignored the warnings of Primate Ayodele that the next president should be patient and make people understand.

Furthermore, while the federal government started panic moves to bring an end to the plans to protest, Primate Ayodele issued a statement that there is nothing the government can do to stop the protest because Nigerians are angry already.

‘’People are very bitter and they have hatred towards this government. Some states will participate and some will not but definitely there will be protests. The government needs all it needs to do; crash the price of food, electricity, petroleum, find solutions to insecurity, regulate prices and others to mitigate the effect of the protest.’’

‘’People are in serious hardship but the government doesn’t understand, they need to do something fast because it will be more than an ordinary protest. Nigeria doesn’t need this protest now because there is ‘protest inside protest’ due to pains, hardship, and hunger.’’

He stated that the government has not done anything to show seriousness in solving hunger issues, therefore, the protest will stand.

‘’The government is affecting the rich and poor, there is hardship everywhere but people didn’t expect this. People who surround the government are deceiving him. They want the government to collapse. The government has not done anything so they should expect the protest, it will stand. ‘’

Nigerians hungry, you can’t stop August 1 protest – Primate Ayodele to Tinubu

Today marks the beginning of the #EndBadGovernance protest yet there is so much impact already, the protest is slated to hold for ten days. If the first day already has a resemblance of ENDSARS, How then would the remaining days look like?

I wish President Tinubu had listened. Indeed, Primate Ayodele warned him.

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Domestic help, teacher remanded for alleged defilement

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Domestic help, teacher remanded for alleged defilement

 

The police on Monday said a 17-year-old teenage domestic help, Silas Daniel, who allegedly defiled his employer’s children, aged five and 10, had been remanded at the Special Correctional Centre, Adigbe, Abeokuta, in Ogun State. This transfer was because that facility is the place to keep minors or teenagers who cannot be kept at the adult correctional facilities.

The police said a case of indecent report and defilement was on October 10, 2024, transferred from the Dopemu Police Division to the Gender Unit of the Lagos State Police Command Ikeja, at about 2 pm.

The father of the victims was said to have reported that his domestic help Daniel defiled his daughter and his son who are both aged five and 10 respectively.

The complainant told the police that the defendant allegedly had sexual intercourse with the two minors he left with him in the house when he was not at home.

 

According to the complainant, Daniel had sexual intercourse with his son through his anus.

The alleged suspect confessed to the crime upon questioning.

He was, however, arraigned on Friday, and the court remanded at the Special Correctional Centre, Adigbe, Abeokuta, Ogun State, based on the fact that he is 17 years of age.

 

Similarly, another case of defilement and abortion was also reported and the case was transferred on September 30, 2024, from the FESTAC Division to the Gender Unit of Lagos State Police Command, Ikeja.

The police said that the complaint who reported the matter alleged that one Gbolahan Osinusi aged 42, a teacher at a school in Ketu-Epe, Lagos State, who is also the guardian to a 12-year-old minor, had been having sexual intercourse with her since the survivor was 12 years old till December 2023 when she turned 17.

The complainant added that Gbolahan Osinusi forced the victim to swear on oath not to tell anyone, else she would die and that he took her several times to a nurse, Mariam Fatolu, for abortion drugs to be administered to her whenever she got pregnant.

The police said Osinusi was charged to court on October 16, 2024, while Mariam Fatolu, said to be currently admitted for medical attention at the General Hospital Ketu-Epe, would be charged to court as soon as possible.

 

 

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Enugu Christmas Fest: Omu Resort Unveils 25-day Spectacle

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Enugu Christmas Fest: Omu Resort Unveils 25-day Spectacle

 

 

 

Sahara Weekly Reports That Omu Resort, a prominent organization known for promoting tourism initiatives in Africa, has announced the debut edition of the Enugu Christmas Fest.

 

 

Enugu Christmas Fest: Omu Resort Unveils 25-day Spectacle

 

The event, organized in partnership with the Enugu State Government, will be a 25-day spectacle of daily activities, offering unmatched entertainment. Scheduled to run from December 7th to December 31st, 2024, the festival promises a diverse range of entertainment options for residents of Enugu State and neighbouring areas, providing the perfect opportunity to unwind with family and friends.

 

The inaugural event will kick off with a ceremony led by the state governor, Peter Mbah, who will officially light the Christmas tree.

 

Expected to attract thousands of visitors, the Enugu Christmas Fest will feature a variety of programs including “African Praise Night”, an “Afrobeat Concert”, a “Highlife Concert”, and a “Food Bazaar”.

 

Others include a “Street Carnival”, a “Cultural Parade”, an “Art Exhibition”, a Phone Exhibition”, and a grand “Fireworks Show, all designed to captivate audiences from near and far.

 

In addition, the festival will include “Enugu Christmas Yadah”, and the highly anticipated “Santa Street Storm”‘ where over 100 Santa Claus figures on tricycles will parade through the state, bearing gifts for orphanages and the less privileged. The “Governor’s Red Ball”, a prestigious red-tie event, will also be part of the lineup. This gala will bring together investors, business leaders, political figures, and Enugu’s diaspora to celebrate with the governor at a dinner and awards night. Thrown into the mix is the small resort built in the heart of the city – Naira Triangle – that features a waterpark, mini golf, blade skating and more.

 

Speaking about the event, Daniel Eguyenga expressed excitement, stating that the Enugu Christmas Fest combines entertainment with commercial opportunities aimed at boosting the state’s economy.

 

In his words: “There is a location called Naira Triangle, a massive roundabout where we will be installing 500,000 Christmas lights, creating a glowing ball of light. The governor will officially launch this on December 7th. It’s going to be a spectacular sight. We also have a 300-member orchestra, led by Dr. Festus Dokubo, which will perform during the festival.

 

“On December 14th, we will host the Governor’s Ball, but earlier in the day, we will showcase 50 export ready businesses from Enugu. Representatives from intra-African trade, the World Bank, SMIDAN, and the Central Bank of Nigeria’s export desk will be present to facilitate matchmaking between these businesses and the banking sector, with the hope of scaling them up.

 

“That evening, prominent guests will attend the Governor’s Ball, and we’ll also launch a commemorative coffee table book about Enugu State. Additionally, we plan to break ground for a historical and wax museum in the state. Other highlights include a carnival, fireworks, and the Santa Storm, where 100 colorful Santas on tricycles will deliver gifts to the less privileged and orphanage homes across all local governments. It’s our way of giving back—Christmas is all about generosity.

 

“I assure you that we’ve made every effort to ensure that guests attending the Enugu Christmas Fest will enjoy an array of exciting activities and experiences,” Eguyenga said.

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Lagos Assembly Intervenes in Model College Fee Hike – as parents protest

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– as parents protest

 

Following a protest by some Lagos parents over the increase in the boarding fees of the state’s model colleges, the Lagos State House of Assembly has directed the Chairman of its House Committee on Education, Hon. Mosunmola Sangodara, to invite all the concerned stakeholders and report back within a week.

This directive came after the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, met with the protesters at the Assembly gate.

The fees were hiked from N35,000 to N100,000 for the 2024/2025 session which commenced on September 15, 2024.

During plenary on Monday, Obasa said that he had to intervene when he heard the crowd chanting protest songs at the entrance to the Assembly.

He advised the parents to remain calm, assuring them that the matter would be addressed.

Hon. Sangodara (Surulere II) informed the House that the committee had already engaged the Ministry of Education and other stakeholders.

Hon. Shabi Adekola (Lagos Mainland II) also explained that during a meeting with the officials of the Ministry of Education and others, it was agreed that the parents should continue paying N35,000 pending further review of the fees.

Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu (Eti-Osa Constituency II) pointed out that the increment was primarily related to students’ feeding costs. He, however, urged the government to explore ways to ease the financial burden on parents and offer assistance where necessary.

In his contribution, Hon. Bonu Solomon (Badagry I) added that parents had raised concerns that students unable to pay the new fee were not allowed to purchase food within the school premises adding that this had further complicated the situation.

The House is expected to await the report from the education committee before taking further steps.

Eromosele Ebhomele
Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly.

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