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NANS Honours Okoroji, Pledges Support for COSON

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The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has expressed full support for the Chairman, Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON), Chief Tony Okoroji in his present fight to protect the independence of COSON and ensure that the society continues to play a major role in the promotion of creativity in Nigeria.

The NANS executives made the pledge during the presentation of the National Outstanding Leadership Award to Chief Okoroji at the magnificent COSON House, Ikeja on Thursday, March 10, 2018.

They described him as an Icon of Societal Transformation.

Speaking during the presentation, the NANS National Vice President, Comrade Olamide Odumosu said that the unanimous choice of Chief Okoroji for the award was made at the Minna congress of NANS. In the words of Odumosu, ‘‘We are aware of your personal sacrifice, unprecedented advocacy and elaborate demonstrations that brought about the promulgation of the copyright law in Nigeria. As a young Nigerian, you risked your life believing that the creative industry is worth dying for. This of course shot you into high position of visibility that climaxed in your participation in the drafting of the Copyright law and the setting up of the NCC in Nigeria.’’

‘‘The concerted efforts to destroy your good name and character in order to achieve a perfidious objective by some undesirable elements within and outside the creative industry must be resisted and put to shame.’’

Still speaking, Odumosu said ‘‘The National Association of Nigerian Students hereby calls on the Copyright Commission to refuse to be used anymore as a tool that can lead to the instability and possible disintegration of COSON. Any avoidable friction between the members of COSON and the leadership of the Copyright Commission occasioned by such undue interference by the Commission shall be taken personal by NANS.’’

‘‘Let it be known today that by this award, Chief Tony Okoroji has become a 5-star General of NANS and whoever takes him on takes on the 40.1 million students NANS represents both at home and abroad.’’ He concluded.

Receiving the Award, the COSON Chairman who was honored just a week ago with ‘‘Africa’s Patriotic Personality Award’’ by LEADS Africa, an umbrella body of democratic Students Unions from different universities across Africa, began by jokingly saying ‘‘It looks like the more they fight me, the more the Almighty God elevates me.’’

‘‘I want to thank NANS from the bottom of my heart for this honour. We are proud of you, and what you as a body have been able to achieve at such a time when the country is facing serious challenges. I believe everything is possible and whatever you have set out to achieve is possible. 7 years ago, nobody gave COSON a chance but today COSON is working and working effectively. In the same vein I believe that despite our current challenges, Nigeria can work, and this will only be possible if we are ready to make the necessary sacrifice. I commend NANS for the bravery, for the risk you take. Continue to stand up and speak the truth. I am humbled by the honour’’ Said Chief Okoroji.

The 5-man NANS team consisting of Olamide Odumosu, Vice President National; Odebunmi Idowu, National PRO; Lawal A’pounds, Director of Programmes and Strategy; Dauda Kazeem, Head of Senate; and Ninalowo Saheed, Director of Media also used the opportunity to present to COSON the Certificate of Credence for the society’s excellent service delivery and immense contribution towards the betterment of the economy via royalties’ distribution and protection of intellectual property.

At the over flowing COSON Boardroom for the festive occasion which witnessed a lot of singing were the likes of COSON Directors, Ras Kimono, Maureen Ejezie, and Azeezat Allen and music star, Dr Fabomo. Also present were COSON Consultant, Prince Biodun Eguakhide; COSON General Manager, Mr Chinedu Chukwuji; COSON Head of Finance & Administration, Ms Bernice Eriemeghe; COSON Head of Corporate Affairs, Mr. Chibueze Okereke; COSON General Counsel, Ms. Simi Wash-Pam and COSON Head of New Media, Mr. Tolu Balogun.

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The Grand 70th Birthday Celebration of Jewelry Queen, Chief Jokotade Oni, in Lagos

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She is by every standard a force to reckon with in the world of jewelleries, and has been in the business for as long as anyone could remember. She is the Chief Executive Officer of Gold Rush, Chief (Mrs) Jokotade Oni, and this the story of how the top member of the society celebrated her three score and ten birthday.

Mrs Oni cuts her birthday cake, surrounded by grandchildren

Hosted at the Balmoral Hall of the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, the event began with the heralded arrival of the celebrant and her retinue of well wishers and friends, and was followed immediately by a Thanksgiving Service conducted by the General Overseer of the Trinity Church Pastor Ituah Ighadalo, and his team of pastors.

Celebrant with Chief (Mrs) Nike Akande

In his short exhortation, after the son of the celebrant has presented the reading of the lesson Pastor Ighadalo lauded the achievements of the celebrant in the field of enterprise and provision of welfare to the teeming population of where she operates. He also admonished the congregation to always to count their days as the Bible recommended in other not to forget to give appreciation to the Almighty God.

Chief Oni pose with Aare and Yeye Aare Dele Momodu

With the conclusion of the Service, a grand reception at the same venue started with an opening prayer led by Israel Ayodele. Shortly after, the birthday girl, who had taken a ahort break earlier, made a grandiose re-entry, with members of her family and friends, towing courageously and majestically behind her.

Afterwards, tributes by notable personalities, who are close to the celebrant, including the Chairperson of the Diaspora Commission, Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, were delivered.

Former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Femi Pedro and the Momodus

The major highlight of the occasion was the cutting of the huge birthday cake, under the directives of a renowned Economist, who served as Minister of Industry as well as President of the Lagos State Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Chief (Mrs) Nike Akande, amid cheers and applause from the audience.

A photo-op was conducted right before the lovely event, which was planned by ELIZABETH, treated guests to an avalanche of splendid local and continental dishes and choice beverages just as Laolugbenjo Band serenaded guests till fade.

Aare Momodu with DIG Taiwo Lakanu

Among personalities that graced the event were Chairman, Eleganza Group, Chief Rasak Akanni Okoya and wife, Chief (Mrs) Shade Okoya; Alhaji Tajudeen Okoya, Chief Alex Duduyemi, Chief Samuel Adedoyin, Iyalode of Lagos, Alhaja Bintu Tinubu; Chairman, Ovation Media Group, Aare (Dr.) Dele Momodu and wife Yeye Mobolaji Momodu; and Former Deputy Govover of Lagos State, Mr. Femi Pedro.

Photos: Tunde Bolarinwa

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The Classy Nikkah Ceremonies Between Omobolaji Jamil and Omolara Tijani in Lagos

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The Monarch Event Centre, venue of the Nikkah services and reception when the duo of Omobolaji Eniola Jamil and his beautiful bride, Omolara Tawakalitu Tijani said heartfelt ‘I dos’ to each other, was an inch above classy, magnificent and adorable. It was not just about the presidential building, but more about the ambience of the environment, the ambivalence of colours and more especially, the smiles that characterized the day.

The events of the day, as planned by Adela Event, which kickstarted at the newly opened Delborough Hotel in Victoria Island, where the lovely couple dressed, and had the first step into royalty amid klieglights from various media of repute, cascaded into a carnival of some sort with their arrival at the marriage venue, where guests and Islamic clerics were already on ground.

Without much ado, renowned Islamic cleric, Alhaji Sheikh Muyideen Ajani Bello popularly refers as ‘Oniwasi Agbaye’ (Global preacher), set the ball rolling, leading the couple into confessing, affirming and sustaining their unbreakable love for each with the crowd of witnesses echoing amin at every prayer, pronouncement, and declaration. He thereafter, declared the lovebirds man and wife, paving the way for a reception that lasted way into the night, and a celebration of love destined to last a lifetime.

With a short interlude as the newest couple took a break to recreate, the disc jockey held the hall spellbound and rocking with sounds from notable and creative Nigerian artists. The audience couldn’t but roll in ecstasy as the beats made impacts.

At the return of the couples, and under the supervisor of the day’s anchor, Tee A, the families of the bride and groom made separate dramatic entry, dancing to the admiration and encouragement of well wishers roundabout.

Then, it was the turn of the couple to dance in. With the bridal train and the men in suit doing the first encore, the couple danced in in style, cheered loudly by all and sundry, and displaying scintillating dance steps that was the hallmark of their growing up days.

The bride and her train, also took the limelight with a choreographic display, winning the hearts of onlookers, followed by the emotional dance of the bride and her father.

With the dances settled, the chairman of the day, Dr. Akintunde Ayeni, took the stage to declare the event open, and admonished the couple on the basic principles of making a happy home.

“Love and submission win all battles in matrimony. Once you love each other, submit to each other, no barrier will be encountered and nothing shall be impossible to both of you. In fact, you will be able to conquer every from within or without. And again, respect each other, which is very key, in fact, very important, ” Ayeni said.

One of the major highlights of the occasion was the superlative display of one of the most sought after performers from this part of the world, KWAM 1, who rattled the hall with one classic beat after another, getting everyone off their seats, singing along and dancing away.

Another major highlight was the cutting of the gigantic cake, coordinated by a former Super Eagles player, Mutiu Adepoju, popularly know as Headmaster during his hay days.

The guests, apart from the array of entertainment on ground, were treated to sumptuous delicacies comprising continental and local dishes as well as choice beverages.

We wish the Jamils the best of marital union in love, health and prosperity.

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Dignitaries Grace Grand Opening of Luxurious Delborough Hotel in Lagos (Photos)

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The newest and grandest luxury hospitality nest in the city of Lagos, Delborough Hotel in highbrow Victoria Island, was declared on Saturday, November 25, 2023, with high dignitaries in attendance.

Among those who attended the grand opening, or visited at one point or another are former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former President Goodluck Jonathan, Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, former Senate President, Anyim Pius Anyim, the Etsu Nupe Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe among many others.

Delborough Hotel is owned by Stanley Uzochukwu, and is run by a board of directors including constitional lawyer, Mike Ozekhome SAN.

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