United States Embassy in Abuja has issued a security alert to its citizens over the impending nationwide protests scheduled to be held from Aug. 1 to 10 as organised by some groups in Nigeria.
This is contained in a statement by the embassy and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday.
It explained that the decision to issue the security alert was made “out of an abundance of caution,” considering the security risks related to the forthcoming protests.
The statement indicated that the U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos will operate with essential staff only, on Thursday, Aug. 1, and on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024.
It further said that the consular sections of the embassy in Abuja and the consulate general in Lagos would offer reduced emergency American citizen services only.
The embassy added that all visa appointments had been cancelled.
“Non-essential staff are advised to remain at home to avoid disruptions that could result from the potential nationwide protests that continue to be reported in the media.
“Media reports indicate that protesters are expected to gather at the Eagle Square in Abuja from mid to late morning.
“In Lagos, protests may start as early as 8:00 a.m. or 9:00 a.m. and primary locations have been identified as Alausa Park, Freedom Park, and Peace Park.
“Additional possible protest sites in Lagos include Nahco Bus Stop (Airport Road), Marwa Bus Stop (Lekki-Epe Expressway), and Ikeja “Under the Bridge” (Intersection of Obafemi Awolowo and Allen Avenue),” the statement said.
It also noted that protests could occur at other times and locations in Abuja and Lagos and in other cities and population centres in Nigeria over the coming days.
The statement said that, based on past occurrences, protests may involve roadblocks, checkpoints, traffic congestion, and physical confrontations.
It added that there was a risk of terror attacks in Nigeria and warned that terrorist groups may take advantage of opportunities created during the protests to conduct attacks.
The embassy, therefore, urged U.S. citizens to avoid areas of protests and crowds, as well as exercise caution, if they unexpectedly found themselves in the vicinity of large gatherings.
It also urged them to monitor local media for updates, be aware of their surroundings, keep a low profile, and verify flight schedules with their airlines, if they had any travel plans.
The embassy called on the citizens to review their security plans, keep their cell phones charged in case of emergency, and carry proper identification. (NAN)

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Ayobami Adedeji Society 2024-08-01

The infrastructure partner of the Oyo State government, Allianz West Africa has taken delivery of ten (10) units of 500kva distribution transformers and One unit of 5MVA power transformer for the Yekini Adeojo and Senator Rashidi Ladoja GRAs, Ibadan.

According to the Managing Director, Allianz WA, Engr. Yinka Owodunni, the purchase carried out on a Public Private Partnership was supervised by the Oyo State Investment and Public Private Partnership Agency - OYSIPA.

The transformers, which will power over 2,000 households in the Yekini Adeojo and Senator Rashidi Ladojo GRAs arrived from Istanbul, Turkey via Tin Can Island Port in Ibadan.

This development, according to him, is a testament that PPP Always Wins and is a profitable strategy for the government to fastrack infrastructural development

He commended the Oyo State government, and the Director General OYSIPA, Mr. Tilewa Folami for the continued support of PPP initiatives in the State, over the years.

Owodunni said OYSIPA played a key role in ensuring the success of the housing project at the New Town Development Area.

According to Engr. Owodunni, the Transformers delivered were valued at about 600M naira.

He added that the Power Distribution Infrastructure was designed to Power the New Town Development Area (NTDA) created by Governor Seyi Makinde within the SouthEast Corridor of the New and On-going Ibadan Circular Road (ICR).

The circular road is analogous to the Lekki-Epe Expressway and will act as the backbone and pedestal Infrastructure for heralding in about 4 Trillion Naira Economic Inflows into Ibadan over the next few decades. 

He affirmed that MEGA Infrastructure will attract Investors and more infrastructure solutions and praised the Tenacity of GSM administration in ensuring The NorthEast and SouthEast Quadrants of The Ibadan Circular Road is 100% completed during its tenure

"This Power & Distributive Transformers will cater for about 2000 family units that will populate this New Town (NTDA)", he said.

Engr. Yinka Owodunni, said about 1000 Streetlights will be activated to further illuminate the aerial space within this NTDA, further, complimenting the GSM Light-Up Ibadan Project.

He said, this is the first 5MVA Power Transformer to be ever installed in any residential enclave in Oyo State and is symbolic of the power of partnering with the private sector. 

He said, "The Private sector can carry more burden for governments when visionary leadership is activated upfront."

"AllianzWA is excited to be on this PPP Journey with OYSIPA and is prepared to infuse more investments into Oyo State due to the exemplary leadership of GSM. We have invested about 10 Billion naira in the state thus far at the Engineer Lere Adigun (ELA) and Yekinni Adeojo (YAGRA) Infrastructured GRAs. The Allianz board of directors are making plans for an upward capital injection of about 50B to 100B in future Win-Win projects within Oyo State", he said.

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Ayobami Adedeji Society 2024-07-16

The Ogun State Police Command, on Sunday, said it had launched an investigation to track down the killer of a woman, Olubukola Adebajo, who was allegedly hacked to death by a yet-to-be-identified hoodlum in the Iwesi area of the Ijari community, in the Ijebu Ode area of the state.

It was reported that the 35-year-old woman left her residence at the Alhaja Kuku House to buy some items when the hoodlum, who had been lurking around a corner in the community, ambushed her and used a machete to inflict deep cuts on her.

It was learnt that the mother of one sustained life-threatening injuries during the attack, and the hoodlum, after observing the impact of the attack, abandoned her at the scene and fled the premises.

A neighbour, identified simply as Adelaja, upon discovering Adebanjo lying motionless at the scene of the attack, quickly alerted her husband, Olaoluwa, who rushed to the scene and from there, rushed her to the Ijebu Ode General Hospital for prompt treatment.

Upon getting to the hospital,the  medical doctor on duty confirmed Adebanjo dead leaving the bereaved husband, traumatised and demanding justice.

Residents in the community, while also lamenting the events that claimed the life of the mother of one, said hoodlums had also been burgling shops and stealing people’s property in the community.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, while confirming the attack, said Olaoluwa (the woman’s husband) reported the case to the police, adding that men from the Atan Ijebu Division were mobilised to the scene.

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Ayobami Adedeji Society 2024-07-08

Babcock University,Ilishan Remo,will soon boast of an Integrated Publishing House,courtesy billionaire industrialisy and chairman of BUA Group,Abdul Samad Rabiu.

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Abdul Samad Rabiu Initiative Africa, Dr Ubon Udoh, on Friday disclosed this during the groundbreaking ceremony of the N250m Integrated Publishing House donated by  ASR, Africa,a commitment of BUA Group to coordinated efforts designed to advance the cause of humanity and make life more meaningful for people across Africa.

Represented by Nakama Keri, Multilateral Coordination Specialist, ASR, Africa, Udoh described the Chairman of BUA Group as someone who believes in impacting people’s lives, and this he has institutionalised with his foundation, ASR, Africa.

He said that ASR, Africa, spent $100m per year per annum in interventions in social development, health, and education and that while $50 million is committed to programmes within Nigeria, the balance of $50 million is used to execute programmes all over Africa.

He said, “Education is of particular importance and priority to Alhaji Abdul Samad. So, far, we’ve invested about $35 billion in education. We have built libraries in Ghana in rural areas; we are building hostels for female students in Niger; and we have committed a billion naira each to about six universities in 2021.

“And we’re also doing a tertiary education grant scheme, of which Babcock University is a beneficiary. About 100 tertiary institutions actually applied for this grant, out of which 22 institutions were picked after a rigorous assessment.

“Babcock University in this category won a N250 million grant for the ASR Integrated Publishing House, which we believe should be ready in about six months from now.”

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Ayobami Adedeji Society 2024-07-27

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has joined other Nigerians to congratulate Aremo Olusegun Osoba,Prince Nduka Obaigbena and Chief Ajibola Ogunsola,on their birthdays.

He described Aremo Osoba,as a democrat, accomplished journalist, and respected politician who has written his name in gold in the history of Nigeria,as he turns 85,on 15th July,2024/

The Governor commends the elder statesman and for ogun governor,for his commitment to public service, saying the renowned journalist, media manager, and politician is  an epitome of honesty, dedication, and service.

Governor Sanwo-Olu describes Aremo Osoba as a man who is worthy of celebration for his remarkable and impactful contribution to his community, State and country.

The Governor prays to God to grant Aremo Osoba good health to enable him to render more service to humanity, his community, State and Nigeria at large."

Also Governor Sanwo-Olu has congratulated Prince Nduka Obaigbena, CON, on the occasion of his 65th birthday. 

Governor Sanwo-Olu describes Obaigbena as a steadfast media investor and contributor to the growth and development of our dear State.

The Governor said the celebrant has, through his various media platforms, provided employment for thousands of journalists, writers and broadcasters in the country.

Mr. Sanwo-Olu joins family, friends, associates and colleagues especially at the Newspapers Proprietors’ Association of Nigeria (NPAN), Broadcasting Organizations of Nigeria (BON), the Thisday and Arise Television Network to felicitate the media mogul on his special day.

In the same vein,the Governor has congratulated former Chairman of PUNCH Newspaper, Chief Ajibola Ogunsola, on his 80th birthday, describing him as an astute media administrator and reformer.

Governor Sanwo-Olu said Ogunsola, a former President of the Newspaper Proprietors Association of Nigeria (NPAN), who turns 80 on Sunday, July 14, is a seasoned technocrat and good manager of human and material resources.

He said Ogunsola built PUNCH Newspaper to an enviable position in the media industry, becoming one of the leading, most credible and most profitable newspapers in Nigeria. 

Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, praised Ogunsola for his visionary leadership, high professional standards and managerial skills during his tenure as Chairman, which helped to position PUNCH as a voice to be reckoned with in the media industry.

He said: "On behalf of my family, the government, and the people of Lagos State, I join family, friends, and the entire management and staff of PUNCH Newspaper to congratulate Chief Ajibola Ogunsola on his 80th birthday celebration.

"Chief Ogunsola, as a seasoned administrator, piloted the affairs of PUNCH Newspaper in the right direction during his tenure as Chairman and built the newspaper to an enviable position in Nigeria.

"He is an employer of labour and a role model to thousands of young Nigerians in the media industry, particularly journalists who work in PUNCH Newspaper.

"I wish Chief Ajibola Ogunsola the best on his 80th birthday. I pray that God will give him more grace to contribute to humanity and Nigeria."

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Ayobami Adedeji Society 2024-07-15

In a few days from now, Primate Elijah Ayodele, the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, will be launching the 30th edition of his annual prophecy book titled Warnings To The Nations and personally, it’s been moments of ecstasy and reflection for some days now on account of how it’s been possible for this enigmatic prophet to have embarked on this difficult journey in 1994, before many were born, and till now, has remained in it without missing a year.

I can recollect that the first edition of ‘Warnings To The Nations’ was a small pamphlet that didn’t exceed 100 pages or less but over the years, Primate Ayodele improved greatly on this publication and increased the pages of this prophetic book to over 400 and more.

Many may not understand the meaning of documenting ‘Warnings To The Nations’ across the world for thirty years because to some, it’s like a literature book anyone can do as long as they have the resources and content to publish but having this thought about ‘Warnings To The Nations’ would be a big mistake. A literature book can be done by drawing inspiration from history, thought processes, current happenings, life stories, politics, governance, etc but WTN is not anywhere close to a literature or story book, it’s basically a book that clearly foretells the future of nations, presidents, individuals, sectors, organizations, states, local governments, policies, politicians, and the texts are never drawn from past events, current events, imaginations, predictions because it’s strictly a clear representation of what is to come, inspired not by flesh and blood but the spirit.

Obviously, a book that contains prophecies about 196 countries in the world including their presidents, all 36 governors in Nigeria, 774 local governments in Nigeria, hundreds of corporations, notable personalities around the world, etc CANNOT be inspired by mere flesh or the physical because it doesn’t even sound ordinary. Beyond releasing these prophecies, they all come to pass exactly how they were presented in the publication, underscoring the spiritual nature of ‘Warnings To The Nations’. In 2020, Primate Ayodele released to the public a compendium of 5,000 fulfilled prophecies that were derived from WTN, many of the notable happenings around the world are things that were already written in the past editions of WTN, and how can we explain this in physical terms? It’s vividly too mysterious for the human mind to comprehend.

The process of producing just one edition of a publication like ‘Warnings To The Nations’ is rigorous, difficult, and not so pleasant as it requires continuous and serious spiritual exercises. For anyone to receive from the spirit of God, you definitely need to be spiritually sharpened and be in that sensitive position to know when God is speaking. For instance, Moses spent 40 days and night on Mount Sinai just to receive the 10 commandments (Exodus 19), there are several references in the bible about Prophets that spent days on the mountain, consecrating themselves to be able to receive from God, how much more a prophetic publication that is produced annually.

Based on information that I am privy to, Primate Ayodele dedicates nothing less than four months to prepare for Warnings To The Nations every year. There are other things Primate Ayodele prepares for spiritually but for WTN, he begins fasting from the month of March to June and this means throughout the period of fasting, He would not see anyone, will not attend any outing no matter how important, he won’t use be able to cut his hair, He won’t be able to eat nutritious food; In other words, he denies himself of pleasures, nutrition, relationship with friends and family, meetings, etc. in order to accurately receive from the throne of God. Apparently, this means that for thirty years, Primate Ayodele has been denying himself of these pleasures every year for Warnings To The Nations.

Meanwhile, Warnings To The Nations is just one aspect of Primate Ayodele’s prophetic ministry, there are other things he does within the ministry which includes New year prophecies every December which also requires spiritual preparation, his church’s annual fasting and prayer convention which always begin from December to February annually, observing Lent period which is basically about fasting every year from March to April, and many more. By calculation, Primate Ayodele actually spends major parts of the year fasting and staying with God on the mountain for the benefit of mankind and this explains why his prophecies exploit beyond the shores of Nigeria.

On a lighter mode, this ‘spiritual’ lifestyle has greatly influenced the physical lifestyle of Primate Ayodele, maybe that’s why he never attends events, rarely travels or leaves the confinement of his church’s office, and prefers to receive visitors than visiting people apart of his church members occasionally because most of the time, He is on a spiritual journey.

Thirty years of ‘Warnings To The Nations’ has been more of a spiritual journey for Primate Ayodele and indeed, it has been remarkable due to the unbelievable but confirmed fulfilled prophecies that have emanated from WTN since 1994.

Of course, it’s impossible for this publication to have continued for three decades without its own numerous challenges but the resilience, dedication and commitment behind ‘Warnings To The Nations’ could have only kept it going. In thirty years, we have seen other men of God produce a similar prophecy book but a larger percentage of them have either stopped or not been consistent with it any longer because of the spiritual and physical resources that are involved.

Indeed, Primate Ayodele deserves some accolades for ensuring that every year, Warnings To The Nations is available to several individuals and corporations that have made the prophecy booklet their direction in whatever they want to do.

I also want to seize this opportunity to congratulate Primate Ayodele on this amazing and incredible feat, it feels great knowing God is using him powerfully and that he has remained in Christ despite the challenges he may have faced. I wish him many more exploits to come by God’s grace.

Osho Oluwatosin,writes from Lagos

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Ayobami Adedeji Society 2024-07-05

President Bola Tinubu has approved N70,000 as the new minimum wage for workers in the country.

Tinubu announced the minimum wage during a meeting with leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) at the presidential villa on Thursday.

A white State House-registered Coaster bus conveying the NLC President, Joe Ajaero, and the TUC President, Festus Osifo, and other leaders arrived at the forecourt of the Villa at 02:14 pm local time.

Bayo Onanuga, presidential aide, disclosed this in a statement.Details later....

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Ayobami Adedeji Society 2024-07-18

Most cyberbullies think they are invincible,because they hide behind an electronic device in a hole,to destroy other people's reputation or even traumatise them,in whatever from.However,you will see a bolting coward,if the law catches up with them.

The is the case of a woman, Oluwakemi Oriowo Joseph, who's arrest has been ordered by Justice Friday Ogazi,of Federal High Court of Lagos,over her persistent failure to appear before the court to take her plea on charges of cyber stalking and perjury.

Justice Ogazi ordered Oluwakemi’s  arrest, while granting an application for a bench warrant against her made by the prosecutor, Barrister Nosa Walter Uhumwangho, on Friday.

The woman, was billed to take her plea on Friday, on 11 count-charge of cyber stalking and perjury made against her by the police. But when the matter was called neither the woman nor her lawyer, Anziaobong Akpan, was in court.

Following the none appearance of the defendant and her lawyer at the Friday’s proceedings, the prosecutor, Uhumwangho informed the court that at the last hearing of the matter, her lawyer promised to produce her.

He said: “at the last adjourned date, I did asked for a Bench Warrant and there was a counsel, who appeared for the defendant. After my address, the court asked the counsel to produce the defendant today.

“The counsel was seen in the court premises this morning but he did not come to the courtroom. He didn’t write a letter, he didn’t put his name on the cause list.

“It’s obvious that it’s a tactic that the counsel didn’t want to appear. I therefore ask for a bench warrant against the defendant.”

Justice Ogazi, after hearing from the prosecutor and read through the court records, held that “I grant the relief as prayed. Bench Warrant is issued to enable the prosecutor to produce the defendant for arraignment.”

The judge thereafter adjourned that matter to September 18, for defendant’s arraignment.

The defendants, according to the police, had between September 24, 2019 and May 14, 2024, through social media handles, such as WhatsApp, tik-tok, Instagram and others, cyber bullied the due of Bimbola Adelakun and Adegbenro Adelakun 

She was alleged to have forged Medical Report dated April 15, 2024, with intent that it may in anyway be used or acted upon as genuine, whether in Nigeria or elsewhere to the prejudice of Lagos State Government and .the general public.

The offences according to the police contravened Section 24(1)(b)(2)(a) of the Cybercrimes (prohibition, prevention, Etc) Act, 2015. And Section 1(2)(c) of the Miscellaneous Offences Act Cap. M17, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004. 

Some of the charges against the defendant reads: “That you, Oluwakemi Oriowo Joseph ‘f’ between 24th day of September 2019 and 14th day of May 2023, in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of the Honourable Court, did knowingly cause the transmission of a communication via whatsapp social network, with your mobile line no. +2348027041480 which is grossly offensive, false and for the purpose of causing annoyance, insult, injury, criminal intimidation or needless anxiety to the prejudice of one Bimbola Adelakun, the daughter of Adegbenro Adelakun and Adegbenro Adelakun and thereby committed an offence punishable under Section 24(1)(b)(2)(a) of the Cybercrimes (prohibition, prevention, ETC) Act, 2015. 

“That you, Oluwakemi Oriowo Joseph ‘f’ sometimes in December 2019, in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of the Honourable Court, did knowingly, illegally and unlawfully caused a transmission of a communication via your instagram handle: “Joseph Oluwakemi Johnson” and later changed to “depressionkeeu”, which is grossly offensive, false and for the purpose of causing annoyance, insult, injury, criminal intimidation or needless anxiety to the prejudice of one Bimbola Adelakun, the daughter of Adegbenro Adelakun, Adegbenro Adelakun and his entire family, a message you knew to be false and thereby committed an offence punishable under Section 24(1)(b)(2)(a) of the Cybercrimes (prohibition, prevention, ETC) Act, 2015. 

“That you, Oluwakemi Oriowo Joseph ‘f’ sometimes in December 2020, in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of the Honourable Court, did knowingly cause the transmission of a communication via a voicenote on whatsapp social network, with your mobile line no. +2348027041480, which is grossly offensive, false and for the purpose of causing annoyance, insult, injury, criminal intimidation or needless anxiety to the prejudice of one Adegbenro Adelakun and thereby committed an offence punishable under Section 24(1)(b)(2)(a) of the Cybercrimes (prohibition, prevention, ETC) Act, 2015. . 

“That you, Oluwakemi Oriowo Joseph ‘f’ sometimes in December 2022, in the aforesaid Judicial Division, did knowingly, illegally and unlawfully caused a transmission of a communication via your Instagram handle created by you, i.e. Rehoboth_generation which is grossly offensive, false and for the purpose of Causing annoyance, insult, injury, criminal intimidation or needless anxiety, to the prejudice of one Adegbenro Adelakun and his entire family and thereby committed an offence punishable under Section 24(b)(2)(a) of the Cybercrimes (prohibition, prevention, ETC) Act, 2015. 

“That you, Oluwakemi Oriowo Joseph ‘f’ on the 14th day of May 2023, in the aforesaid Judicial Division, did knowingly hacked into the Instagram handle of Adegbenro Adelakun and tagged all his contacts by transmitting a communication through the said Instagram handle, which is grossly offensive, false and for the purpose of causing annoyance, insult, injury, criminal intimidation or needless anxiety, to the prejudice of one Adegbenro Adelakun and his entire family ang thereby committed an offence punishable under Section 24(1)(a)(b)(2)(a) of the Cybercrimes (prohibition, prevention, ETC) Act, 2015.

“That you, Oluwakemi Oriowo Joseph ‘f’ between the month of September 2019 and May 2023, in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of the Honourable Court, did publish defamatory matters in your Instagram and Whatsapp platform, a social network and which have been circulated and reported on other several social media platforms, including but not limited to facebook, Tiktok and Whatsapp, a publication you knew to be false and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 374 and punishable under Section 375 of the Criminal Code Cap C. 38 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004. 

“That you, Oluwakemi Oriowo Joseph, on the 15th day of April 2024, in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of the Honourable Court, did knowingly forged a document titled “Medical Report” dated 15th day of April, 2024 with intent that it may in anyway be used or acted upon as genuine whether in Nigeria or elsewhere to the prejudice of Lagos State Government and .the general public and thereby committed an offence punishable under Section 1(2)(c) of the Miscellaneous Offences Act Cap. M17, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004.” .When our reporter tried to reach  Kemi Oriowo's phone,it was switched off.Those close to her reveal that she might have bolted to Canada,in order to evade arrest.

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Ayobami Adedeji Society 2024-07-12

An Air Force helicopter belonging to the Nigerian Air Force in the early hours of Monday crashed in Tami village, located in the Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

Eyewitness said the incident occurred at approximately 5:00 am, causing significant alarm among residents.

The helicopter said to be on a routine operational flight, experienced technical difficulties that led to the crash. Fortunately, the pilot managed to execute emergency protocols effectively, ensuring his survival.

Eyewitnesses at the scene reported that the pilot emerged from the wreckage largely unscathed.

Residents of Tami village quickly gathered at the crash site, offering assistance where possible and expressing relief that no lives were lost.

“We heard a loud noise and rushed to the scene. We were surprised and relieved to see the pilot alive,” said a local villager who witnessed the crash.

It was gathered that a team of military officers from the Nigerian Air Force swiftly arrived at the scene to secure the area and conduct an initial investigation.

They cordoned off the crash site to prevent unauthorised access and to ensure the safety of the villagers. The officers also began preliminary assessments to determine the cause of the crash, which remains unknown at this time.

As of the time of filling the report the Nigerian Air Force has not released an official statement regarding the incident, but an investigation is expected to be launched to ascertain the factors leading to the crash.

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Ayobami Adedeji Society 2024-07-01

In what could be best described as the restoration of national pride, the Bankers Committee are on the verge of completing the renovation and upgrading of facilities at the National Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos. The Committee disclosed this to the media on Tuesday in Lagos during a media parley and tour of the new-look National Theatre complex. 

The renovation exercise commenced in July 2021 following approval by the Federal Government and the subsequent handover of the national edifice to the Bankers’ Committee. 

By restoring the glory of an iconic asset, the Bankers’ Committee aims to unlock opportunities for the youth in the creative sector, leading to job creation, income generation, foreign exchange generation, thereby developing a creative and entertainment centre with much needed community spaces for Nigerians.  

The facilities were upgraded to match the best standards of theatre and performance in the world. The entire Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system was replaced, fire safety standards upgraded, power, water supply and sewage systems were all replaced. Upgrade of interior design with the installations of Audio Video Lighting (AVL), world stage engineering system, 11 lifts, solar power, new furniture for spaces and restoration of Artworks including those on the internal wall panels and the building façade. 

The renovation works cover different spaces, including the 4,000-seater main bowl, over 3,000 seater banquet hall, 2-nos. exhibition halls, 3-nos. cinemas, VIP spaces, actors’ changing rooms, industrial kitchen, over 300 new toilet cubicles, clinic, fire station, lobbies within the four National Theatre entrances and extensive roof repairs.  

Speaking on the Bankers’ Committee’s restoration of the National Theatre, Mr. Segun Agbaje, Group Chief Executive Officer, Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc. (GTCo) said, “I don’t think there are many countries in Africa that have the talent that we have in entertainment and the arts.  All you can do when you have talented people, is to give them a platform to showcase their best. We will try to give a platform, where Nigerians who are in my opinion the best, have a chance to show the world that they are the best….”  

The National Arts Theatre was constructed by the military regime of General Yakubu Gowon and completed in 1976 by the Olusegun Obasanjo administration. The completion coincided with the hosting of the Second World Black and African Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC 77) in January 1977. 

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Ayobami Adedeji Society 2024-07-18

The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has released the much anticipated 30^th edition of his annual prophecy book titled Warnings To The Nations on Saturday, 6^th of July, 2024 at his Lagos church.

The 30^th edition of Warnings To The Nations which always contains prophetic revelations to several nations across the world is a 435-page publication that highlighted some global topical issues that includes the upcoming US presidential election, Nigeria’s 2027 election polls, Ghana elections, Ondo and Edo governorship elections, Biafra and Oduduwa Republic, state police, Third World War , Israel-Gaza conflict , warnings to organizations in different sectors including education, aviation, maritime, sports, media organizations, science and technology, banking, warnings to significant individuals like Aliko Dangote, Mike Adenuga, Mohammed Dewji, Koos Bekker, Strive Masiyiwa, Micheal Roux, Diogo Costa, Allison Becker, Edouard Mendy, Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Karim Benzema, Neymar, C. Ronaldo, and several others.

On US election, Primate Ayodele noted that it will take the grace of God for Joe Biden to come back as the President of United State. He made it known that the only way he can win is through serious strategy.

’I am seeing a big challenges ahead of Joe Biden. And of course, there are a lot of things that Joe Biden will begin to do as last minute to gain people’s vote. The fact is Joe Biden is going to have a very tough election. The only thing is they can only win this election if Trump is not going to contest and lose some states. That’s when Joe Biden will come back. But I can tell you that Joe Biden coming back will take the grace of God. It will be very tough. But strategically, Joe Biden can make it back. It is only strategy that will make Joe Biden to come back.’’

On Ghana election, the prophet foresaw the loss of Ghana’s former president, John Mahama in the election polls if he fails to do the right thing.

‘’Mahama can win if he takes precautions and does what is needful. If he refuses to do what is needful, he will fail this coming election completely. And this will send him oblivious in Ghana politics.  He needs a lot to do to work on the upper footer, to work on the north, and to also work on the south. If he doesn’t work on this and seek the face of the Lord, I tell you that Mahama will lose this election because the ruling party is desperately ready at all levels. ‘’ 

On Nigeria’s 2027 election, Primate Ayodele noted that opposition candidates will be joking if they don’t form a coalition because without it, it will be difficult to remove President Tinubu from office. He warned the president of challenges he would face in his attempt to secure a second term.

‘’Though, OBI, ATIKU and other candidates will want to contest for 2027 election, they will only need coalition to take Tinubu out of office. Without coalition in 2027, as the Lord reveals, a lot of politicians will  just be deceiving themselves in a big way as majority of them will want to be president. The only combination of contestants that can trouble Tinubu is when a very strong Northerner candidate and a Southwest person go in for election. if they formed coalition with other parties, that’s the only way the election can be tough and without that, it won’t be possible at all. It will still be the same noise that they make in 2023 that they will still make in 2027. ‘’

‘’Some northerners will make moves to cause disunity in Tinubu’s government because they will be angry as they will feel left out in the government’s scheme of things. The northerners will not be happy with the government of Tinubu. Some will be favourable, some will not and this will cause a kind of burden for the President. The aggrieved northerners will want to dump Tinubu’s movement as some of their kinsmen who have been carried along will continue to block others. In view of all these, the northerners will sing discordant tunes as there will be confusion among them. Meanwhile, the Tinubu’s government will consciously put in efforts to see that there is peace between its government and the northerners but those at the non-benefiting end will give a strong condition. The government needs to recalculate the package in order to get things right.’’

On state policing, Primate Ayodele wrote that it will come alive no matter how long it takes but there will be serious conflict around it.

‘’STATE POLICE: I foresee that the institution will come alive no matter how long it takes. The Organization will be voted for to come into existence and it will be a strong medium to check insecurity. Serious conflicts will arise between state and federal police which will affect the operations of police force in the country. ‘’

On Israel-Gaza conflict, Primate Ayodele revealed when it will end and what should be done by world leaders.

‘’The Israel-Gaza proposal to end the war can be actualized in another 6-7 months from now If the US pushes it very properly, it will definitely end. They will be trying to form a new government in Israel to unseat Netanyahu but as part of his sit tight strategy, he will unbelievably expose Israel to more critical but terrible situations. Israel will not take it easy. Many people will go against the President, Netanyahu. A lot of laws will be passed against Netanyahu for him to end the war. Meanwhile, the Israelis that are kidnapped in Gaza, most of them will die. Apart from this, Netanyahu wanted to make sure that he gets rid of Hamaz before he stops the war.’’

On Third world war, Primate Ayodele stated that the manifestation is very slim even though there will be worries about it.

‘’Some people will be trying to frustrate or to foment the third world war which I have not seen the reality in 2024. People will be afraid that third world war may happen but the manifestation is very slim. It is not certain that the third world war can come up.’’

On the education sector, Primate Ayodele foretold technological improvements in Nigerian institutions. He also specifically mentioned names of all Nigerian institutions in the publication.

‘’The education sector in Nigeria will improve as I foresee that technology will take over in another dimension. Technology will boost the study of medicine and other health related courses and the sector will benefit immensely. There will be a lot positive changes as technology will take over and many processes will be digitalized.  Let us rebuke the death of great business tycoon, Vice Chancellor, head of faculty of law in schools like UNILAG, LASU, UNIBEN, ABU.’’

On personalities, Primate Ayodele warned several individuals that cut across businessmen in several nations including Nigeria.

‘’ALIKO DANGOTE: Aliko must pray for God’s divine protection and success. He must rebuke huge loss of money or investment and death of a very close ally or a family member.  I foresee he will be tormented as he will face several unpleasant challenges which he must watch out for. He must pray God’s protection and directive on his businesses in order to avert business shut down.  Dangotes’ properties will be attacked. He must pray against inferno. This is very important.’’

‘’KOOS BEKKER: He must commit all his efforts in the hand of God’s so that he will not see calamity that create setbacks for his business. I foresee that he will commit a lot of resources into his business expansion’’

‘’MOHAMMED DEWJI : The family must be very prayerful so that God can support the new research that they will embarked on. I foresee they will start a new business which will grow massively but might lacks sustenance and durability.’’

‘’STRIVE MASIYIWA: This individual must pray for God’s protection and good health as I foresee that his health might trouble him. He must rebuke investment that will not yield expected returns.’’

‘’MICHIEL LE ROUX: He must pray against confusion as i foresee that his business will be hijacked. Some people will create troubles for his business, and must pray not to undergo any ailment’’

On the sports scene, Primate Ayodele warned notable players, clubs, national teams and coaches in the newly released Warnings To The Nations.

‘’Let us pray not to lose an active Ruby, Cricket and Hockey player as I foresee a notable Ruby player undergoing surgery. Let us rebuke the death of any coach in the Sport of Ruby. Some Sport Directors will be sacked, and fraud will be detected in activities of many clubs. The Clubs must also be diligent and careful enough not to run into debt as i see that some clubs’ licences will be withdrawn.’’

‘’CRISTIANO RONALDO:  He will win a contract and he must be careful because of court matter. I foresee that his efforts will be widely recognized. But he must be careful not to be dragged into necessary issues. He will change his club and he will make a landmark history and he will win a glorious award. ‘’

‘’LIONEL MESSI : I foresee this player will bargain with the club, have an injury and will not perform excellently well. He will be instrumental to the enviable attainments of his club. He will have some issues with the management.. He must rebuke court case and pray not to lose money. He needs to pray against blackmailing.’’

‘’KYLIAN MBAPPE:  The spirit of God says this person will change his club for a bigger club side; possibly Real Madrid where he will succeed and he will attain greater heights. There, I foresee he will shine brightly and will win a Cup and he will become a global star player; but he must be careful of aggressiveness that will affect his career. The spirit of God says he must be prayerful so that he will not be accused of rape.’’

‘’KARIM BENZEMA: This player will go on retirement because of serious injuries. I foresee his efforts and activities will not go smoothly as expected. He will suffer diminishing returns in his performances.’’

‘’NEYMAR: This player will become a victim of racist  abuses on the  field of play  and He will not perform so much as his record will not be too good to take up to the level he wants to attain. He will change his club and must be watchful and careful so as not to be intimidated.’’

Furthermore, asides the aforementioned prophecies contained in WTN 2024, every country, provinces, states, local governments, presidents, governors around the world were included in these warnings.

In addition, the compilation of Warnings To The Nations started in March 2024 and prior to the official release, some prophecies have come to pass already. The UK general election which PM Rishi Sunak lost was foretold in the 30^th edition of the prophetic publication.

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Ayobami Adedeji Society 2024-07-10