Implement Policies to Halt Japa, Oyo NUJ Chairman Tells President -Elect

 

The President-Elect,  Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has been urged to ensure evolvement and implementation of policies that will effectively check brain drain syndrome when he takes over the reins of power from May 29, 2023 as President of Nigeria because of the serious negative implications of the Japa menace on the nation's future.

The Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Oyo State Council,  Chief Ademola Babalola, gave the urge, on Sunday when he chaired the Men's Fellowship anniversary of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Eagle's Wings Assembly,  Wakajaye Road, Iyana Church, Ibadan with the theme: 'Worse Than Infidel'.  

According to the NUJ chairman in the state, Babalola, "The rate at which Nigeria is losing her young ones of productive age, especially educated and skilled youth to brain drain syndrome, otherwise known as 'japa', is not only alarming, it  also portends serious danger for the future of the country. If care is not taken, there will be acute shortage of professionals in the country in the nearest future that will cut across different fields of human endeavours.

"The fact is that we cannot stop them from travelling to seek greener pastures abroad. We cannot also blame those that have been travelling. How can we blame them when Nigeria is not even a country where young people can find succour? Imagine a doctorate degree holders, ending up as drivers or security guard,  when they could not secure jobs that are commensurate with their levels of qualifications. Those of them that want to go into business, how will they get start-up capital in this contemporary Nigeria of man-know-man? If you don't  have the connections,  you are on your own.

"These young elements have been taking the risks because the situation of Nigeria is turning them to a sort of nuisance. Do you even want to talk about the bad economy? What about regular electricity supply? What about insecurity in the land? What about high unemployment rate and so on? These factors are killing.

"Therefore, I use this medium to call on the incoming administration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the country to leave no stone unturned towards revamping and diversifying the economy of Nigeria, creating mass employment opportunities, pumping of more money into provision of housing scheme for low-income earners, as well as everything that the government can do to make Nigerian youth stay in the country and at the same time be prosperous."

Babalola however,  appealed to Christians and Muslims in the country,  to pray for the betterment of Nigeria, support the incoming administration of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu with fervent prayers as well as all tiers of government for the country to overcome the brain drain syndrome.

The guest minister, Pastor Peculiar Adegbite, speaking on the theme of the anniversary with the topic: "Who is a faithful man", urged men to provide the basic things which include leadership,  anointing and money to their homes. These things according to him will make a better family and society at large.

The senior pastor of CAC Eagles' Wings Assembly,  Pastor Joseph Akinade, who lauded the presence of the NUJ executives led by the chairman,  Comrade Babalola, offered prayers for the union, men and the nation at large.

The Chairman, Egbeda Local Government Area of Oyo State, Hon Sikiru Sanda, who doubles as the Chairman, Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON), who was the special guest of honour, commended religious organisations for their role in nation building through their prayers.

Workshop: NISS Trains South West Soil Scientists To Boost Soil Through Modern Technology

Soil scientists have been advised to make use of the technological improvements to ensure that soil is properly managed for better future productivity while farmers should also be educated by soil scientist to boost food productions in the country.

This advice was given by the president and chairman of the Nigeria Institute of Soil Science, Prof. Ayo Ogunkunle during the capacity building workshop for soil scientists in South West Nigeria held at the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training, IAR&T, Moor Plantation Ibadan.

Prof. Ogunkunle during his opening remarks disclosed that technological advancement is taking place in all the spheres of life and urged soil scientist to key into the system so that their impact will be felt in the society which according to him will make them relevant.

" It is better we follow the trend and use modern equipment so that we will not lag behind but improved in our dealings to avoid been primitive" 

" We have to improve ourselves so as to catch up with the improvement that is going on in the world" 

He however expressed satisfaction that the institute has made tremendous impact in the lives of soil scientists and farmers in the five years existence of the institute with the use of modern technicalities to improve the lives of farmers.

He maintained that the existence of the NISS in IAR&T is for mutual establishment while pledging to add to the benefits of the institute , he however urged the participants to use their acquired knowledge at the workshop to boost food production in the country.

Earlier in her welcome address at the workshop  , the director of IAR&T Prof. Veronica Obatolu urged the participants to use the workshop to develop new ideas on how the soil can work together with other natural resources to boost agricultural productions .

She also encourage them to work on how to have better people within the country to work with the Federal Government to contribute to the growth of soil science through agriculture.

In his own words the registrar of NISS Prof. Victor Chude who was represented by Ms Acquine Onwukwe disclosed that the training is very crucial to the NISS , reason for it taken place in all the geo- political zones of the country simultaneously.

She stated that the training is crucial to make provision for how to manage the soil for positive and better agricultural productions .

" The population is growing and the soil is not expanding and with that reason their should be adequate training on how to improve the soil for better production" 

The South West NISS coordinator, Prof. James Adediran while also welcoming the participants enumerated some of the tremendous achievements of the NISS.

He stated that the workshop was organised to acquaint the Registered Soil Scientists with the activities of NISS nationally and in the south West to boost their strategies for sustainable soil management which according to him will make them better of .

Why I Don't Give Hajj Slot To My Wife: Fouander An- Najihun Organisation

 

The founder and Head of An- Najihun Islamic Organisation, Alhaji Amola Folaranmi has explained we why  He gave the Group's Hajj slot to a member of the group instead of his wife.

While speaking with news men during the presentation of international passport and other travelling documents to Mrs. Mistura Oluwafunmilola Abdullah at her residence , no 19, Temitope Street Boluwaji Area , Ibadan , Alhaji Folaranmi disclosed that the choice of Mrs. Mistura was reinforced by her commitment , dedication and submission to the work of Allah since two decades ago.

He explained how he refused to bow for the temptation and pressures from the people to give his wife the slot who has not performed the holy pilgrimage to Mecca.

" I have to contend with so many pressures but I thank Allah that His will have been done and my mind is at rest, lots of people persuaded me to give the slot to my wife or to even use it myself but I refuse to be used by the flesh and I want to advice our politicians to emulate this and ensure equal distribution of the country's Wealth without ethnic or religious discrimination"

While responding, Pa Abdullah Olaoluwa thanked the group for Rewarding dedication to service instead of using sentiment, he however prayed that the group will continue to grow in wealth and numerical strength.

Pa Abdullah also prayed for his wife's journey to and fro and pray for more successes for the group. 

In her response, the 64 years old  highly elated Mistura who could not hold her emotional tears disclosed that she never knew people were observing her sacrifices to the mosque, " I am just on my own cleaning and washing the mosque environment but I don't know people are looking at me but today I thank Allah for been kind to me  .

She also prayed for the donor and all the people that God used to bless her.

The international passport and other travelling documents were presented to Mrs. Mistura in the presence of her husband and their children.

Uphold Unity in Diversity as we celebrate Eid ‘l Fitri - Professor Olagoke

 

As Muslims in Nigeria join their counterparts across the globe in the celebration of this year’s Eid 'l Fitri, the Founder, Spiritual Head and Grand Imam of Shafaudeen In Islam Worldwide, Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke has charged the Islamic faithfuls not to go back to all the forsaken habits during the 29-day Ramadan fast. He drops this hints in his annual Eid ‘l Fitri message to the Muslims on the completion of the Islamic injunction in a press statement he personally signed and made available to journalists in Ibadan.

In his message, Olagoke said the gains and blessings of Ramadan fast are not limited to the observance period alone, but extend to the period after the injunction and to access the blessings, Muslims are expected to keep to the tenets of the Holy Quran as regards the Ramadan fast.  He enjoined all, “to avoid hate speech even under hostile environment of provocation.  This, he stated “is one of the imports of the practical message of Ramadhan”

He said the "2023 Election of the 25 February, 2023 Presidential Election and 18 March, 2023 Governorship race expressed our Weakness and Threats while the outcome of the Election results shows how strong we are to muster determination to uphold unity in diversity and make best use of the available opportunities to form our government even against all odds."

The Arole OgunElu, Aare Alasa Dynasty said, “while congratulating all religious adherents for the successful completion of the Lent and Ramadan fasts, we should not allow religious sentiment and ethno-biases of tribal invocation to open the fresh wound of the fratricidal civil war of the 11years civil war of Sierra Leone, Rwanda/Burundi carnage of 1994 of Tutsi and Hutu in a Catholic terrain of Christendom, Somalia, Bosnia and Afghanistan experience. Sanity must be allowed to prevail by running functional culture of Integrity, well-funded Education and productive Religious houses to have functional Democracy because only functional Democracy that will not allow abuses can give us accelerated rate of development for Nigeria to begin to play the role of giant of Africa in the world”.

Asking for moderate celebration of the Eid ‘l Fitri, the Cleric enjoined all to be cautious and celebrate within the ambit of civility and consideration for others, noting that “we must tolerate ourselves through upholding the principle of SWOT Analysis with basic support of the SMART concept to maximally achieve on current drive of governance transition and dispensation for a better future of bequeathable legacy of Sustainable Development, safe and secured Nigeria for peace and prosperity to naturally become our norms. United we stand.” 

Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke JP, however charged Muslim faithful in Nigeria and in the Diaspora to ensure that they continued with the lessons they learnt during the Ramadan fast, which are forgiveness, giving to the poor and the needy and peaceful co-existence with one another, “let the history of the bad past, drive sanity into our psyche for posterity’s sake on the issue of the challenge of bequeathable legacy, be humble in every situation and show kindness to others. Let not our self-denial of 29 days be of no spiritual value by our conducts during the celebration, he admonished”.

He used the occasion to pray for the country’s leadership at all levels and the people of Nigeria in general, “I pray that the peace of God that exceeds human understanding be bestowed upon our country, as a result of our sacrifices during the Lent and Ramadan fast”

“Ramadan Kareem to all”, he added.

Oyo Commissioner felicitate with victorious women in politics, preaches love among womenfolk

The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion Alhaja Kafilat Omolabake Olayiwola, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry Mrs Grace Olabisi Oderinde and the entire staff congratulate all the women that participated and won various posts in the just concluded general election.

The Commissioner stated this while appreciating God for the successful completion of year 2023 Ramadan fast, enjoined women to always show love as one of the lessons of Ramadan, not only members of their families but to all in the society as mothers of the Nation.

Alhaja Olayiwola also enjoined women to participate more actively in politics in order to be more relevant in the decision making of our dear Nation.

She  admonished all and sundry especially women to rally round the successful women in politics to build and encourage them to make meaningful impact in the political arena.

The Commissioner therefore preached long suffering, love and peace to reign among the female gender most especially at this time of Eid- el fitr celebration.

Move Closer To Elders, Clerics, Professor Olagoke Charges Nigerian Politicians

 

Political office holders in Nigeria has been advised to move very close to the elders and religious leaders of good reputation for them to know what the people really need from the government .

Speaking during a Ramadan lecture titled Unity In Diversity: The Best Legacy put together by Yemetu Muslim Community , Aimot Rawatib , Alhaji Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke JP urged the people in power and wealthy Nigerians to be conscious of  the dictates of the Scripture in wealth distribution when catering to the needs of the people - Q9 vs. 60, Q92 vs. 5-7, 8-13, Q2 vs. 261. 

Prof. Olagoke disclosed that God put the resources in the hands of few for them to distribute it to the needy and to put them to test. He stated that those who are in the position of power are not just there by accident but to cater for the masses.

"I want to tell you that God Almighty has put the resources in your care so as to be able to attend to the people's need"

"It is not by accident that God elevated you to the enviable status you occupy in the society but what is important is for you to know that you will be accountable for how you spend the resources" 

Prof. Olagoke also urged Nigerian leaders to give the people what they need and not what is available, "A good leader will take the people to where they were supposed to be" 

Prof. Olagoke who doubles as the Arole OgunElu, Mogaji Aare Alasa Dynasty however urged the Yemetu Muslim Community to spiritually and socially help their sons and daughters to go high places by assuming leadership positions such as Chief Imam on the religious scene; Senators, Governors at social scene with a view to possessing authority required to achieve socio-economic power through socio-political pursuit. 

Prof. Olagoke appreciated the Muslim in growing the community from 89 to 125 Mosques as laudable effort in the cause of jihad. 

While welcoming the guests , the Chairman of Yemetu Muslims Community, Alhaji Oladejo attributed the successes recorded by the group since he became the Chairman to the collaborative efforts of its members and the hands of fellowship extended to them by the Founder and Grand Imam of Shafaudeen In Islam Worldwide, Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke, Jp.

He thanked Prof. Olagoke and the entire members of the foremost Islamic sect for their support at all times, he also informed the gathering that the community has since the last one year recorded more significant achievements.

In his remark , the Chairman , Ibadan North Local Government Area, Alhaji Shuaib Oladejo a.k.a Agba egbe urged the Yemetu Muslim Community members to still continue the lecture series after Ramadan .

According to him, "constant remembrance of the word of God is the only solution that can change the country for better "

In his own remark , Chief Gafar Ojetola prayed to Allah to give Prof. Olagoke more strength to serve Him and humanity while describing the Arole Ogun Elu as encyclopaedia who is ready to deliver anytime even uninformed.

Chief Ojetola however urged Prof. Olagoke to compile all his lecture series in a book form for the incoming generations to tap from his knowledge .

In appreciation of all the past support of Prof. Olagoke, the Yemetu Muslim Community presented him a gift to mark his 41 years wedding anniversary.

World Food Forum partners with Solution17 to accelerate Climate Action

 

 

World Food Forum partners with Solution17 to accelerate Climate Action

 

Rome, Italy

 

The World Food Forum (WFF) of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with the Creative Youth Community Development Initiative - Solution17 for Climate Action will host Art for Climate Change at the WFF 2023, FAO headquarters in Italy.

 

The effects of Climate Change on food and agriculture are unprecedented. It is reducing economic growth, raising food prices, decreasing food availability and causing conflict and instability across communities around the world.

 

The challenges are affecting global agrifood systems and impacting both access to and availability of food. WFF, in partnership with Solution17, is raising global awareness and spurring everyone to action through sustainable, project-based art and culture exhibitions to inspire and galvanize widespread discussion and action around the 2023 WFF theme: “Food Action Accelerates Climate Action”.

 

The WFF is opening a call for submission of essays inspired by the 2023 theme, Food Action Accelerates Climate Action in collaboration with Solution17.

 

The WFF Head of Culture and Communications Lindsey Hook, stated that the project is looking for inspiring poetry or essays that will motivate and mobilize young people creatively and innovatively, to care for the environment whilst preparing them as food innovators, creators, and technologists.

 

For this essay competition, WFF and Solution 17, are looking for creative minds who pen pieces with depictions on Canvas on:

 

a) Raising awareness of issues relating to agrifood systems, such as food security, healthy diets, planet-friendly agriculture, food supply chain imperfections, food loss and waste, sustainable packaging, the impact of the agri-food sector on people’s lives, sustainable socio-economic development and more.

b) Art and Culture Projects that generate global awareness for climate action projects and connect humanity with nature and innovative strategies that have been implemented to meet the 17 sustainable development goals of the 2030 agenda.

 

 

c) Celebrating the work of inspiring individuals who, from farm to fork, participate in making healthy food available on everyone’s plates.

 

The CEO and Project Director of CYCDI-Solution17, Foluke Michael, stated that her organisation is excited about WFF Art for Climate, designed to showcase Nigeria's innovative artists, passionate about advocating for the protection of food systems and raising awareness for Solution 17 Climate Action in Africa.

 

‘Submission is open to youth in Nigeria between the ages of 15 and  25. Interested entrants can apply and submit their essays here. Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview by July 2023. Selected entrants with the best and most unique interpretation of their essays in painting format will be selected for the final rounds’,  Foluke added.

 

The winners will have the opportunity to have their piece and art featured at the World Food Forum flagship event in Rome from October 16–20, 2023, allowing the writer/artist to promote their work, gain visibility, and facilitate networking with other attending participants across different tracks and events. Learn more here.

 

Contacts:

 

World Food Forum, FAO

Ms Lindsey Hook - lindsey.hook@fao.org

 

Solution 17, CYCDI

Ms Lindsey Hook - folukemi@cycdi.co.uk

Laelatul Quadri, Professor Olagoke Make Case For Physically Challenged People

 

The Founder, Spiritual Head & Grand Imam, Shafaudeen in Islam Worldwide , Alhaji Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke, Jp had called on the Governments at all levels as well as Nigerians to create a good and conducive environment for the physically challenged in the society.

The world class preacher said this while delivering his sermon with the theme Power Management In Nigeria: Challenges of Control and Solutions at the Ibadan Central Mosque, Oja'ba Ibadan during the Laelatul Quadri (Night of Majesty) supplication .

Olagoke in his sermon who disclosed that there is ability in disability hinted the people with disability not to allow their condition pull them down stating that there is nothing they cannot achieve . 

"Being physically challenged does not stop you from achievement". He urged them not to "allow their challenges to stop them from achieving their goals and moving forward in life "  

While encouraging the physically challenged , Prof. Olagoke who is also the Arole OgunElu , Aare Alasa dynasty sighted a former United States of America's President, Roosevelt who reigned for four terms from 1945 as a person with disability.

Prof. Olagoke however called on the Government's at all levels in Nigeria to create a special arrangement for the PWDs to excel in Nigeria, part of which includes making learning more conducive at moderate levy if it can't be totally free.

While speaking on his 41st Wedding Anniversary as basis for Challenges of Control and Solution for Power Management, Prof. Olagoke hinted that good children should be nurtured from the homes as Role Model ideals because products of happy home foundation will turn out to be better citizens in life who will not abuse power and for good girl governance in particular. The renown cleric also spoke about role model couples, happy home formation, sacredness of marriage institutions and marriage stability. He enjoined the Governments at various level to ensure the implementation of the 35% Affirmative Action in all their appointments while reminding the womenfolk to respect the ordained concept of motherhood.

Apart from members of the Shafaudeen sect who came from their branches all over the world , other members of the public were part of the all night event where joint prayers were offered to Allah to bless the country and individuals.

As part of activities commemorating the Night of Majesty, Alhaji Amola Folaranmi Salahudeen was investitured as the official Mufaseer of the Aare Alasa Dynasty, with this title he will be representing the Dynasty on religious matters of which Ramadan Tafseer for the neighbourhood and its environs commenced this year.

While speaking at the event the Baale (Family Head) of the Dynasty, Alhaji  Mustapha Olalere disclosed that Prof. Olagoke is a God sent to the whole world and that they were lucky that his kind of person was born into the Aare Alasa family lineage. He however charged all the sons and daughters of the Dynasty to whole heartedly support the good works of the Arole, Prof. Olagoke, JP.

In his response , the newly decorated Mufaseer, Alhaji Folaranmi pledged to work in tandem with the lay down procedures of the Mogaji for the Dynasty, the Arole OgunElu who happened to be Rasool Shafau, IM. He equally pledged that will ensure that the name of the Dynasty will not be brought into disrepute within the Dynasty and the people of the world.  He said the Almighty Allah has used Prof. Olagoke to commence an Annual Tafseer at the Mediation Centre in which he has been  officially commissioned to direct since the beginning of the Ramadhan Fast.

He also disclosed that he would work as the spokesperson for Arole OgunElu, Prof. Olagoke, to achieve more successes in the Dynasty in particular and the society at large.

Ramadan: Bane Of Illegal Wealth Identified As Olagoke Calls For Good Governance

Porous borders, non functional education , bad governance,  loss of cultural values among others have been identified as major reasons why majority of Nigerian youth engage in illegal means of making money.

The Founder, Spiritual Head and Grand Imam, Shafaudeen in Islam Worldwide, Alh. Engr. Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke JP disclosed this during the fourth edition of Ramadan Lecture series of the Lead City University Muslim Community held at the Adeline Hall, Lead City University, Ibadan recently.

While speaking at the Lecture tagged "Pursuit of Wealth in Contemporary Times: Islamic Perspectives",  the Erudite Scholar hinted that Nigeria is not decisive and firm on damage control through the weapons of the law making while the judiciary according to him was been doubted into ridicule.

He however call on Nigeria leaders to be proactive in solving the problems of the suffering masses; he specifically urged them to emulate the Developed Nations who were firm and efficient in protecting their borders with sophisticated and state of the Art equipment to protect their borders.

He warned Nigeria government to put in place a stringent penalty for anyone caught trying to make illegally acquired wealth, such as sincere forfeiture of properties, death penalty depending on the gravity of the offence and  the areas.

"Nigeria is yet to decisively come out to curb the nefarious activities because their great ones are equally involved" 

Earlier before the lecture, Prof. Olagoke who paid a courtesy visit to the Vice Chancellor of the citadel of learning lauded the University Management for the academic excellence and commended the institution for ensuring the proper accreditation of all the institution's programmes.

Prof. Olagoke who presented some of his books to the Institution also pledges to work with the Institution in the area of students enrollment and that he thanked God for the high level of development taking place in the school.

"I must commend the leadership of the Institution for the foresight to bring a rapid and tremendous development to the school" 

While responding , the Vice Chancellor of Lead City University, Prof. Kabiru Aderemi Adeyemo  stated the importance of the month of Ramadan among which is giving back to the society, he however request for a synergy between  Shafaudeen and the Institution disclosing that the doors of the School is opened at all times to collaborate with the front line Islamic group.

In his remarks, the chairman of the occasion, former Oyo State  Head of Service, Alhaji Tajudeen Aremu called on parents to train their children in the way of Allah so that they will not be victims of the alleged yahoo yahoo syndrome which is beddeviling the country  at large .

"It is very important to train our children in the way of God and the most important is for the children to imbibe the good work as taught in their various homes and sacred places of God" 

The chairman of Lead City Muslim Community, Alhaji Bayo Busari  commended Prof. Olagoke whom he described as a complete role model and specifically thanked him for  sparing the time from his tight schedule to deliver the lecture which according to him is timely and desiring to bring a positive response.

Prof. Olagoke however disclosed that we should be prudent in the way we spend without being miserly.

"Individual or any Nation that stands on Halal or Islamic principle of economic management always fare well, never lack but benevolent to others with remarkable marks of happiness on all".

Ramadan: Bane Of Illegal Wealth Identified As Olagoke Calls For Good Governance

 

Porous borders, non functional education , bad governance,  loss of cultural values among others have been identified as major reasons why majority of Nigerian youth engage in illegal means of making money.

The Founder, Spiritual Head and Grand Imam, Shafaudeen in Islam Worldwide, Alh. Engr. Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke JP disclosed this during the fourth edition of Ramadan Lecture series of the Lead City University Muslim Community held at the Adeline Hall, Lead City University, Ibadan recently.

While speaking at the Lecture tagged "Pursuit of Wealth in Contemporary Times: Islamic Perspectives",  the Erudite Scholar hinted that Nigeria is not decisive and firm on damage control through the weapons of the law making while the judiciary according to him was been doubted into ridicule.

He however call on Nigeria leaders to be proactive in solving the problems of the suffering masses; he specifically urged them to emulate the Developed Nations who were firm and efficient in protecting their borders with sophisticated and state of the Art equipment to protect their borders.

He warned Nigeria government to put in place a stringent penalty for anyone caught trying to make illegally acquired wealth, such as sincere forfeiture of properties, death penalty depending on the gravity of the offence and  the areas.

"Nigeria is yet to decisively come out to curb the nefarious activities because their great ones are equally involved" 

Earlier before the lecture, Prof. Olagoke who paid a courtesy visit to the Vice Chancellor of the citadel of learning lauded the University Management for the academic excellence and commended the institution for ensuring the proper accreditation of all the institution's programmes.

Prof. Olagoke who presented some of his books to the Institution also pledges to work with the Institution in the area of students enrollment and that he thanked God for the high level of development taking place in the school.

"I must commend the leadership of the Institution for the foresight to bring a rapid and tremendous development to the school" 

While responding , the Vice Chancellor of Lead City University, Prof. Kabiru Aderemi Adeyemo  stated the importance of the month of Ramadan among which is giving back to the society, he however request for a synergy between  Shafaudeen and the Institution disclosing that the doors of the School is opened at all times to collaborate with the front line Islamic group.

In his remarks, the chairman of the occasion, former Oyo State  Head of Service, Alhaji Tajudeen Aremu called on parents to train their children in the way of Allah so that they will not be victims of the alleged yahoo yahoo syndrome which is beddeviling the country  at large .

"It is very important to train our children in the way of God and the most important is for the children to imbibe the good work as taught in their various homes and sacred places of God" 

The chairman of Lead City Muslim Community, Alhaji Bayo Busari  commended Prof. Olagoke whom he described as a complete role model and specifically thanked him for  sparing the time from his tight schedule to deliver the lecture which according to him is timely and desiring to bring a positive response.

Prof. Olagoke however disclosed that we should be prudent in the way we spend without being miserly.

"Individual or any Nation that stands on Halal or Islamic principle of economic management always fare well, never lack but benevolent to others with remarkable marks of happiness on all".

Oyo Reviews 2023 Hajj Fare, Fixes N2. 9 Million

 

...Gives April 17 Deadline to Complete Payments

Muslim pilgrims from Oyo State have been urged to pay Two Million Nine Hundred and Ninety-Nine Thousand Naira, as 2023 Hajj fare.

Recall that the Oyo State Pilgrim Welfare's Board (Muslim Wing) while waiting for the final announcement by the NAHCON, had earlier directed the pilgrims to pay the sum of Two Million Six Hundred Thousand Naira (2.6M) as initial deposit for the 2023 Hajj Fare.

It therefore called on intending pilgrims who have made the initial deposit of Two Million Six Hundred Thousand Naira (#2.6M) to pay the balance of Three Hundred and Ninety-Nine Thousand Naira (#399,000) on or before Monday, 17th April, 2023.

This was revealed by the Chairman of the Board, Professor Sayed Tunde Malik in a statement signed and released to the Press on Wednesday.

The Chairman noted that the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) with Chief Executive Officers of State's Pilgrims Welfare Boards on Friday 7th April, 2023 announced and approved the final 2023 Hajj Fares for each States across the Nation in which the sum of Two Million Nine Hundred and Ninety-Nine Thousand Naira (#2.999M) was approved for each intending pilgrim from Oyo State.

The Commission also fixed Friday 21st April for final remittance of the money paid by all intending pilgrims.

While soliciting for the continued understanding and cooperation of the intending pilgrims, Prof. Malik advised them to make use of the limited time to complete their payments to any of the Designated Bank Accounts of the Board as this will enable the Board to remit 

the approved fund to the NAHCON and make necessary preparations for their travel arrangements to the Holy Land for the 2023 pilgrimage.

The Board's Chair also urged all prospective Pilgrims who have completed their payment to immediately come and submit their International Passports at the Hajj Camp, Office of the Board, Olodo, Ibadan for the travel processing.

E-signed:

Professor Sayed Tunde Malik,

Chairman,

Oyo State Pilgrims Welfare Board (Muslim Wing),

April 12, 2023.

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

 

85 REGULAR RECRUITS INTAKE (RRI) 

This is to inform the General Public that on-line registration for recruitment into Nigerian Army for 85 Regular Recruits Intake (RRI) for Trades/Non Trades Men and Women has commenced from 13th March, 2023 and it will close on 14th April, 2023.

The general public should note that application form is free and is available online at the recruitment portal https://recruitment.army.mil.ng. All applicants will be screened online and qualified applicants will be shortlisted to attend the physical screening exercise at the State Recruitment Centre, Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, Odogbo Baracks, Ibadan, Oyo State.

However, applicants must not be less than 18 years of age or more than 22 years of age for non -trades me and women, while trades men and women must not be more than 26 years as at 15 June , 2023.

Interested Male and Female indigenes of Oyo State who wish to apply are hereby advised to do so without delay.

Applicants should note that they can obtain Oyo State Indigeneship Certificate at Room 53, Governor's Office, Secretariat, Ibadan, Liaison offices at Abuja and Lagos for confirmation of their State Origin.

Listeners are enjoined to please circulate this information to the eligible indigenes as the opportunity lapses on Friday, 14th April, 2023.

                  ANNOUNCER

       Mrs. Olubamiwo Adeosun

Secretary to the Oyo State Government.

Professor Olagoke Harps On Youth Empowerment, Becomes OPC New Era Life Patron

Worried by the lackadaisical attitudes of the youths to take their rightful position in developing the country, the Founder, Spiritual Head and Grand Imam of Shafaudeen in Islam Worldwide, Alhaji Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke JP has disclosed that research has shown that the basic ingredient that can heal Nigeria problem is having positive mindset to serve rather than to loot the Nation's treasury.

The front line Islamic preacher who is also the Mogaji OgunElu , Aare Alasa Dynasty stated this during the Fourth Edition of Annual  Ramadan lecture titled " Role Of The Youth In Nation Building: The Islamic Perspective held at the Olunde Primary school,  Olomi, Ibadan.

The event put together by the Odua People's Congress (OPC) New Era also had in attendance prominent members of the society while members of the Shafaudeen sect were also fully on ground to listen to the erudite professor.

In his words , Prof. Olagoke hinted that the Government at all levels must recognise the youths as the future leaders and thereby canvass for the positive engagement of the youths to move the Nation forward.

"The National Youth Council , Oyo State Chapter began awareness of government and society on youth empowerment needs for the society in 1964, Today it is a body recognised by all the arms of government, Local, State and the Federal" .

Prof. Olagoke however stated that the pace setting Laurel of the youths should be accorded the required recognition by giving the youths landed property to build a befitting secretariat for effective planning and working mechanism.

Prof. Olagoke also adviced the government to sponsor some developmental projects through the youth body and other voluntary organisations most especially the indigenous security  outfits.

In his welcome address at the event, the National Public Relation Officer of the New Era, Comrade Adesina Akinpelu while eulogising the Rasool Shafau disclosed that the world is very lucky to have Prof. Olagoke at this time because of his vast knowledge of the Holy Qur'an , tradition and Western education.

Akinpelu however called on the government of the Nation to tap from the Gods given knowledge of the respected cleric.

I am happy to be associated with you and our group the OPC New Era will forever be grateful to you for honouring our invitation to deliver this lecture.

In a related development, Prof. Olagoke while speaking about the Factors Militating Against Nation Building : Islamic Perspective at the I-Flier Media Maiden Ramadan Lecture held recently.

In his lecture, Prof. Olagoke identified the four cardinal points that will move the Nation Forward genuinely according to him includes culture , education, religion and good governance.

He however called on religious leaders to breed thorough bred disciples that will have the genuine interest to build the Nation instead of looting the Nation.

"Churches and Mosques are supposed to build the people that will yearn for true development through the aura of God"

Prof. Olagoke; the Rasool Shafau IM declared that the idea of Interim National Government (ING) was satanic and manmade and should be discarded because according to the Man of God, The divine verdict in having a stable Government of the President Elect and others for the 10th Assembly had since been favoured with all authority by the Almighty Allah. What Nigeria needs now is Peace and Sustainable Development through good governance.

The OPC  New Era 'governor' in the State Comrade Sarafa Akindele in his words while thanking the guests disclosed that the group should not be associated with troubles but to defend the genuine interest of the Yoruba Nation .

"OPC is not out to cause trouble but to promote social cultural ideas of interest that can move us forward"

The set man of the lecture , the deputy 'governor' of OPC New Era, Comrade Kolawole Taofeek disclosed that he commenced the programme four years ago to bring its members more closer to their Creator and that his belief in only prayer and supplication to God prompted the take off of the event four years ago.

" I am most grateful to God for the success of this year's edition while my special thanks go to Prof. Olagoke for playing the fatherly role"

Prof. Olagoke for his outstanding successes in all ramifications was installed the life Patron of OPC New Era.

Easter: Oyo NUJ advocates responsible, responsive leadership in Nigeria, celebrates Christians

 

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has congratulated all christians in the state and the entire country on the occasion of this year's Easter celebration, which is all about the commemoration of the significance of the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.

The congratulatory message was contained in a statement jointly endorsed by the NUJ Chairman in the state, Chief Ademola Babalola, and Secretary,  Comrade Olusola Oladapo, on Sunday.

According to the statement: "Easter is a season that brings fresh memory of how Jesus Christ, who was without sin, was betrayed, arrested, judged, beaten, nailed to the cross, buried and resurrected on the third, as he had foretold that he would do in order to save people from the bondage of sins and reconcile them back to Almighty God.

"Without the death and resurrection of Christ, the work of salvation would not be complete and there won't be Christianity today. It is a time of celebration as well as a season of sober reflection to ruminate on the lessons of Easter.

"Therefore, the significance of Easter has to do with determination, selflessness, overcoming of fear, obedience to the will of God, eternal life, forgiveness of sins, removal of curses of mankind over eating of forbidden fruits by the first man on earth, assurance that God will not abandon His loved ones as He did not abandon Jesus Christ in the tomb, as well as the privilege to pray in the name of Jesus Christ and so on."

The NUJ in Oyo State, however,  appealled to everyone, including outgoing and incoming political office holders to emplace the lessons and significance of Easter appropriately in their lives, The lesson, Babalola said, should reflect in their live, in their relationship with God, and mankind, adding that people should love one another and live together in harmony, irrespective of 

"The leaders that we have in every capacity  should at the same time administer with the fear or God. They should know that death is inevitable end of every mortal. But there is life after death. Everybody shall appear before the judgment throne. It is incontrovertible that everyone will give account of his or her stewardship before God. If your work should pass through fire on the judgment day, will it come out glittering like gold, or its will be burnt. So, I urge our political leaders, and other leaders at various capacities, to be responsible and be responsive in leadership. 

Babalola also prayed for the peace and unity of Nigeria, especially as the country moves towards the commencement of a new political dispensation.

Islamic scholar counsels elected public officers on consequences of unkept promises

 

A renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Hashim Atere has warned Nigerians, especially elected public office holders on the consequences of not keeping electoral promises.

Atere gave the warning during the fifth annual Shina Peller/NUJ Ramadan lecture/Iftar held at the Nigeria Union of Journalists(NUJ) Press Centre in Ibadan.

The annual lecture/Iftar is sponsored by the Ayedero of Yoruba land, Hon. Shina Peller (Accord-Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajowa).

The lecture entitled 'Inescapable Rewards of Kept and Unkept Promises in Public Offices: The Islamic Perspective' was well attended by journalists and politicians from across different religious groups.

Atere warned elected public officers to always adhere to the bond between them and the electorate, saying Almighty God frowns so much at unkept promises.

He said every promise made was a debt that must be redeemed, saying Allah considered not fulfilling promises as a great sin.

"Our public office holders should always know that they were elected based on promises made to the people in the presence of God.

"Whatever promise made by elected president governor, senator, house of Representatives member, House of Assembly, Chairman or Councilor is made with God. 

"There is always reward for every promise kept and consequences for every unkept promise. Always ensure you keep all promises made," he said.

The Islamic scholar said that the people were not also exempted from keeping to their promises, adding Almighty Allah made it compulsory for all. 

He commended Peller for his good  deeds and steadfastness, praying that Almighty Allah would grant his heart desires soon. 

Peller described the topic of the lecture as very interesting and timely, saying it came at a critical time when Nigerians were about to witness transition in power.

"It is very crucial topic that dwells on great leadership quality that can bring the needed transformation and make Nigeria an enviable country when leaders imbibe it," he said.

He said that a good leader was one who make promises to people and fulfil the promise after grabbing such power.

The lawmaker said that a good leader genuinely loves his or her people when he or she fulfil promises and makes his or her subjects major priority.

"As a leader, you can't claim that you are a good Muslim if you fail to honour the promises you made to the people you are leading

 

"Allah considers not fulfilling promises a great sin. Allah emphasizes this in the Holy Quran, Chapter 16, verse 2 and 3," he said.

 

Peller explained why he contested the Senate seat instead of returning to the House of Representatives for another term. 

He said that the action was in fulfilment of a promise made to his people during the 2019 general election campaigns in the spirit of equity and fairness among the four local governments in the constituency. 

 

According to him, I chose not to return to the House for the second term in fulfillment of the promise made. 

"For the sake of integrity, my decision was based on my consideration of other local governments within my constituency- Kajola and Iwajowa who haven’t presented a representative for almost 16 years now."

Alhaji Ademola Babalola, the State NUJ Chairman, thanked Peller for consistent sponsoring of the programme and unflinching support to the union.

Babalola said that the lecture was apt and timely ahead of the inauguration of newly elected public of holders at the just concluded general elections.

He said that the lecture educated elected public office holders and other Nigerians on the need to keep every promises made at any given period of time.

"This lecture highlighted the rewards inherent in keeping and not keeping promises as stated in the Holy Quran," he said.

Babalola appreciated Peller and Atere, praying that Almighty Allah continue to bless them abundantly.

Second Term: Makinde will Perform More Better - ALGON Chairman

...Organises Annual Ramadan Lecture  

The Executive Chairman Egbeda Local government area of Oyo State Hon. Sanda Sikiru Oyedele has commended people of Egbeda Local Government for trooping out in large number to vote and re-elect  Engineer Seyi Makinde, saying that, the Governor would perform more better in second term.

He stated this during an annual 2023 Ramadan lecture organised by the (ALGON) Chairman, held at Egbeda Local Government Headquarters,, Ibadan.

Hon. Sanda who is also the Chairman Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON)  urged Muslims in the state and Nigeria, in general, to use the opportunity of the Holy month to pray for elected leaders at all levels to deliver on their promises for the peace, progress and development of Oyo State in particular and the country as a whole.

He said, “I congratulate Muslim faithfuls in our dear State, Oyo, in the country and all over the world for witnessing yet another blessed month of Ramadan. We thank Allah who has made this possible.

“We must endeavour to increase our acts of kindness and generosity by showing love and extending hands of support to the poor and the needy, as it was the usual practice of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

“As we all know, Ramadan is a period of spiritual uplift and complete devotion to Almighty Allah. We must, therefore, take advantage of this Holy month to strengthen our commitment to the service of Allah and humanity.

The ALGON Chairman said Governor Seyi Makinde will not disappoint people of the State on his campaign promises, saying that, the mandate people entrusted on him will yield positive result before the end of his second term in office.

The Executive Chairman  appreciated the good people of Oyo State especially the People of Egbeda Local Government area of the State for their massive turn out during the last General elections in the State.

The guest lecturer Ustadh Abdullahi Baniyamin (Abu Faozan) in his sermon enjoined people to increase their acts of kindness and generosity to the poor in the Holy month.

Dignitaries at the event were the leader of the Egbeda Legislative House, Hon Ibraheem Oladebo (simple), The Special Assistant  to the Governor on youth and sports,  Hon Kazeem Bolarinwa, the past Council Chairmen, Barrister Akinsanmi, Hon K K Obisesan, Party Vice Chairman, Pastor Judah Olamuyegun and Alh Lukman Akinpel, party faithful at the programme, the Campaign Director General, the supervisory councilors, the Chief Imam of Egbeda and Ajorosun,, the HLGA Pastor. Olaoye led all the council civil servants, Chairman Planning Committee Engr. Baaki ,NULGE CHAIRMAN and his members and good people of 

OPIC Distributes Free NECO GCE Form to Selected Public Schools, As Oyo Education Commissioner Advises Students

The Oyo State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Barrister Abdul Raheem Abdul Rahaman has advised students of the Public Schools in the State that they should not allow their poor background to determine what they will become in the future.

He stated this during the symbolic presentation of free NECO GCE to the selected public schools students tagged "EDUSUPPORT" by a non- profit organization "Oluyole Progeny Incorporated Canada" (OPIC) to the selected  student of the public school, held at the conference room, Ministry of Education, Secretariat, Ibadan.

Barrister Rahaman charged parents to enroll their children to the public schools and play their role by monitoring the students during and after the school hours, doing this according to the commissioner will help Government on his free education policy designed for the masses to materialised.

He thanked the OPIC Facilitators members in Nigeria and Diaspora for distributing free NECO GCE for the benefit of the less privileged students in the public schools, noting that, the present administration in the state will not take the OPIC good gesture for granted.

In his remarks, the OPIC President Dr. Mrs Bolanle Nassar alongside Dr. Yinka Afolabi said no nation can grow without the provision of sound education for her children, hinting that, OPIC critically examined the present economic and social inadequacies in the country as it affecting large numbers of parents in providing sound education for some brilliant and promising youngsters.

Dr. Nassar said "we decided to lend a helping hand by picking the 2023 NECO GCE bills of few of our "Great Tomorow", we are hopeful of having robust numbers of high school graduates that will enter various trades, academic who shall uphold our nation and advance her worthy courses soon".

She reiterated further that OPIC are closing doors against illiteracy, academic dropouts, unwanted  pregnancies, abortion, poverty, criminalities  and other youthful exuberances that may emanate from lack of sound education.

"Our beneficiaries are chosen on gender balance, to give equal opportunities and I can assure you that, going forward, we shall strive to continue in this feat annually" Dr. Afolabi said.

Present at the event were the Hon. Commissioner for Education, Barrister Abdul Rahaman Abdul Raheem, Baale Ojoo,  Alhaji Amzat Olagboyega, Director, Secondary Education Services, Mr, Olayinka Akanji, Chief David Olagunju and OPIC Oyo State Coordinator, Alhaji Muritala Ogunrin among others.

Oyo NUJ holds 5th Shina Peller Ramadan lecture

The Nigeria Union of Journalists(NUJ), Oyo State Council says the 5th edition of the annual Shina Peller Ramadan Lecture/Iftar will hold on Saturday, April 8, 2023 by 4pm.

This is contained in a statement jointly signed by the Chairman, Alhaji Ademola Babalola and Secretary, Sola Oladapo.

The lecture scheduled to hold at the Dapo Aderogba Hall, NUJ Press Centre Iyaganku Ibadan, would be chaired by the Sponssor, Hon. Shina Peller(Accord-Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajowa), who is also the Ayedero of Yorubaland.

The union said that the lecture entitled 'Inescapable Rewards of Kept, Unkept Promises in Public Offices: The Islamic Perspective' would be delivered by a renown Saudi Arabia-trained Islamic Scholar and prominent Alfa in the Chief Imam of Ibadanland-Council, 

Sheikh Hashim Atere.

It is said that the lecture was apt and timely ahead of the inauguration of newly elected public of holders at the just concluded general elections.

According to the union, the lecture aims at sensitizing current and elected public office holders on the need to keep their electioneering promises.

"It will highlight the rewards inherent in keeping and not keeping promises as stated in the Holy Quran."

The union appreciated Shina Peller who had consistently sponsored the annual lecture with great commitment, praying that Almighty Allah continue to bless him bountifully. 

It said that the lecture scheduled to commence by 4.00 p.m, would be rounded up at 7.00 p.m with Iftar (breaking of fast) at the same venue.