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Children’s Days: Where to Provide Fun for Your Children in Lagos
By Ajibade Morakinyo
It is always the wish of every parent to see that innocent smile ravaging the face of their kids. However, this comes at the expense of some goodies. For example, when mummy and daddy surprise their little child with a Cinderella dress or a bicycle on a weekend, it is certain that a torrent of joy would gush out from the belly of such a child – totally immeasurable; this just on a weekend day, not to talk of during a festive period like the Children’s Day.
However, talking about such smile that follows festivities, especially on a day meant to celebrate their being – Children’s day – every parent must ensure their kids are not frowning while other kids are serenading in joy from goodies, such as bouncing castle, children’s ride, video game, movies and other kids favourite. Aside the fun from these activities, these will help build their self-confidence thereby, terminating the chances of depression.
Children easily feel inferior to their peers, and this leads to depression, when they can’t have fun like other children are doing or when their parents can’t take them out. In order to avoid tragic emotional accident happening to your kids, there are places in Lagos you can take them to, and definitely joy will find them this Children’s Day. In these places, you can also participate (but not to fullest) with them, so as to build more intimacy between you and your kids with as low N1000 as gate fee or even free
Among these places are;
Dreamworld Africana
Dreamworld Africana is located in Lekki, and has activities that children of all ages can enjoy ranging from fun, leisure and adventure at its best. The bumper cars are a major attraction for children and parents. Its roller coaster ride is ideal for the entire family. Though, some rides require an age limit, there is a toddler play area.
In this fun filled place, you can also sit and enjoy a meal while your children are entertained. There are various options here, it is indeed the ultimate place for wholesome children and family fun.
Mindscapes Museum
This is a children’s museum located at Plot 1A, Block 3, Michael Olawale Cole Drive, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos. Children love this museum because they get to roleplay as builders in a construction site, run a restaurant with toy foods, banker in the bank with customized ATM and money, go shopping, and many other activities to get creative.
Children come here to explore, get artistic, and it is designed to engage children through the exploration of their five senses. This creates experiences for them so instead of regular ancient relics, you will find life-like models, and hands-on exhibits that are created for children to touch and play with.
Klub de lag
This is another fun destination in Lagos for children and parents’ leisure, and located at 10A Babafemi Osoba Crescent, Lekki Phase 1. It offers a wide range of activities including bowling, mini-golf, and kids play station. This place offers wall climbing and ice skating activities, so to make it livelier to children.
There is also a toddler’s arena and a safe swimming pool area. There’s a VIP Lounge where older people can relax.
GET Arena
Get Arena provides a typical example of a break from the norm. It is located at Plot 6 Abila Onriu /BIS way, off Ozumba Mbadiwe, Oniru Estate, Lekki, Lagos. The one and only place with state of the art go-kart track which surrounds the building, and only all-encompassing entertainment, corporate, social, and fun establishment.
The kart track is loved by people who admire the thrill of being whizzed around in karts. There is a restaurant that serves quite tasty foods, while you watch your children smile from whizzing high speed ride in an unassailable experience.
Funtopia Leisure Resort
Funtopia Leisure Resort is one of the leading amusement parks and spots for family outings in Lagos, and located at KM 35, Epe Expressway, Off Pan African University, Lagos. It is an amazing place designed to woo children and even adults. With swimming, games, bouncy castles, carousels and much more, the resort offers a wide array of exciting activities to choose from.
Funland Limited
Funland is a recreational and entertainment park for kids with facilities that include toys, games, bouncy castles, train rides, carousels and so many other creative and interactive games for children and adults.
Movie Cinemas
Seeing movies are always a fun time to hang out with children and parents, especially when they see their favourite Hollywood heros and heroines on big screen. Genesis Cinemas is located at the Palms and City Mall Onikan and Silverbird are some of the cinemas in Lagos which can give your kids a wonderful abd memorable children’s day.
Beaches
If your kids lack aquaphobia then you can consider beaches in Lagos a place to see your children smile. The likes of Elegushi beach, Oniru beach, Lekki beach, Kuramo beach, Eleko beach, Tarkwa Bay, La Campagne Tropicana beach resort and so on will do justice to this. The gate fees are usually not more than N2000 with a few exceptions to the exclusive ones. Please, ensure caution is taken when you take your kids to beaches and be sure not to allow them to go too close to the water without adult supervision. Moreover, every individual must be mindful of the sea wave at the beach.
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Ahead Christmas, It’s Glo’s Feliz Navidad All the Way on TVCs
Celebratory seasons, such as Christmas and New Year, are times when corporate organisations churn out new television commercials (TVCs) to connect with their customers and share the fun, euphoria and uncommon conviviality of such seasons.
One such organization which has over the years used this strategy to great effect is Nigeria’s top telecommunications brand, Globacom.
The exciting commercials that the technology company keeps rolling out fan the delight and elation of the season of goodwill. The brand employs the occasion not only to promote brand awareness but to felicitate its customers and the nation at large.
It is a tradition Glo has established. Since it started operations in 2003, it has always used television commercials as veritable tools of ensuring brand presence, marketing products and services and spreading joy among its various targets.
The 2024 Yuletide adverts it rolled out recently are not different. The two unique yet powerful commercials serve dual purposes. They felicitate the Nigerian people and spread mirth, which the season typifies, around existing and prospective customers.
Expectedly, the two new commercials have dominated the airwaves, and kept viewers talking and relishing the joy that Christmas brings.
The first commercial features juju music maestro, King Sunday Adegeye, popularly called King Sunny Ade, who parades a full ensemble of dancers and a rich, talented band in the TVC tagged “Merry Christmas”. The percussions, rhythm and dance merge to foster affability and enchanting memories of the season of glad tidings.
Before the party celebration where King Sunny and his band entertain guests, the TVC takes viewers back to the 1970s and 1980s when Christmas was celebrated with so much fanfare. It paints a vivid picture of rural Nigeria during Christmas where the warmth of tradition and community fills the air. The village with lush green vegetation is buzzing with excitement, with children playing, women cooking delicious meals in open-air kitchens, the aroma of local dishes (you can literally perceive it) mixing with the sounds of Afro Juju music. Families and friends gather around, dancing joyfully to the rhythmic beats, their faces beaming with happiness as they celebrate the festive season. A woman bearing the Aso ebi for the party is shown coming down from a Peugeot 504 car which also reinforces the advert as being set in the 1980s.
The television commercial by the telecom company captures the essence of togetherness, blending the cultural richness of rural life with the spirit of Christmas, all while subtly underscoring the telecom brand’s role in connecting loved ones, no matter how far apart they may be. It ends with “Better don come. Merry Christmas, Nigeria” further underscoring the reason for the commercial.
The second commercial tagged “Feliz Navidad” uses a galaxy of known artistes including Nollywood star, Timini Egbuson, as well as Uche Nwaefuna (Uchemontana), Chigozie Stephanie Alichi (Chizzy Alichi), Tomi Ojo, Eronini Osinachim, Kiki Bakare and Tope Adenibuyan (Teddy A) to pass across the message of Christmas.
At the heart of the Christmas party, the energy is electric as tap dancers take center stage, their feet tapping out intricate rhythms that blend seamlessly with the upbeat melody of Feliz Navidad. The sound of their shoes striking the floor creates a lively pulse, complementing the lively tunes of the music band performers who bring the festive song to life with vibrant instruments and harmonious vocals. Laughter and cheer fill the air as all come together to toast the season, sharing in the joy of music, movement, and the warmth of the Christmas spirit. The scene is a vibrant celebration of culture, unity, and festive joy, all set to the timeless sounds of Feliz Navidad.
These commercials have further endeared the Glo brand to its subscribers and the general Nigerian public as they enjoy the geniality of the season of love, hope, gifts and celebrations.
Talking about the Yuletide commercials, Ademide Gafar, an industry watcher opined that churning out great TVCs is one of the selling points of the Glo brand while John Michael, a marketing communications expert, noted that Globacom is not just a leader in the telecommunications sector but a prominent creator of unforgettable commercials. From the nation’s pride in telecommunications, it’s Feliz Navidad-Merry Christmas!
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Court Sends Woman to Prison for Abusing Tinubu’s Son, IGP on Social Media
Olamide Thomas, who reportedly threatened Seyi Tinubu on social media, was on Friday, arraigned before a Federal High Court in Abuja.
Olamide was arraigned by the office of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, before Justice Emeka Nwite on a three-count charge.
Olamide was alleged to have, sometime in 2024, knowingly and intentionally transmitted communication in the form of video recording through a computer system or network on her social media platforms wherein she made remarks in Yoruba language.
In the video, she was alleged to have stated: “Mr. Seyi Tinubu would die this year, and misfortune and calamity had befallen the Tinubu family, with intent to bully, threaten, harass the person of Mr Seyi Tinubu.”
The communication was said to have placed Seyi in fear of death, violence or bodily harm.
The offence is contrary to and punishable under Section 24 (2) (a) of Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc.) (Amendment) Act, 2024.
In count two, the defendant was alleged to have intentionally transmitted communication in the form of video recording wherein she made remarks in Yoruba Language to bully, threaten, and harass the person of Egbetokun.
The communication was said to have placed Egbetokun in fear of death, violence or bodily harm.
The offence is contrary to and punishable under Section 24 (2) (a) of Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc.) (Amendment) Act, 2024.
She, however, pleaded not guilty to the charge.
Olamide was arrested on allegations bordering on harassing and threatening Seyi Tinubu, Egbetokun, and the Police Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, in a viral social media post.
In the charge marked: FHC/ABJ/CR/636/2024 dated and filed on December 18 by the police team of lawyers led by A.A. Egwu, Olamide was sued as sole defendant.
Upon resumed hearing, Victor Okoye, who appeared for the police, informed the court that the matter was slated for arraignment and that he was ready to proceed.
After the counts were read to the defendant, she pleaded not guilty to the charge.
The defence lawyer, T J. Aondo (SAN), sought to move an oral application on his client’s behalf but the request was turned down.
Justice Nwite directed Aondo to file a formal bail application and adjourned the matter until December 30 for the commencement of trial.
The judge, however, assured the defence counsel that as soon as a bail application is filed in form of a motion on notice, the court would not hesitate to hear it.
Justice Nwite, thereafter, ordered Olamide to be remanded in Suleja Correctional Centre pending the hearing of her bail application.
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Buhari Denies Ownership of Abuja Land Revoked by Wike
Former President Muhammadu Buhari, on Thursday, denied ownership of a piece of land purportedly allocated to him by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCDA) in Abuja.
Media reports indicate that Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has revoked the ownership of 762 plots of land in the Maitama 1 District of Abuja, citing non-payment of statutory fees.
According to the trending reports, high-profile figures, including former President Muhammadu Buhari and former Chief Justice Walter Onnoghen, are among those affected.
The FCTA had also issued a two-week ultimatum to 614 other individuals and organisations, demanding they settle outstanding Rights of Occupancy (R-of-O) fees or risk losing their plots.
However, debunking the reports, the former President stated he is “not the owner of the said plot of land which is allocated in the name of a ‘Muhammadu Buhari Foundation.’”
In a statement issued by his media aide, Garba Shehu, in Abuja, the former President explained that he turned down the offer by the administration when it was presented to him.
The media aide further clarified: “When he and his cabinet members were invited to fill the forms and obtain land during his tenure in office, he returned the form without filling it, saying that he already had a plot of land in the FCT and that those who did not have should be given. He, therefore, turned down the offer.
“All those jumping up and down in the digital space talking about the rightfulness or the lack of it on the reported seizure of Buhari’s land in Abuja to get their facts right and stop dragging down the name of the former president.
“As with anything Buhari—and there is no surprise in this at all—there is a lot of buzz in the media on the reported seizure of a piece of land by the authorities of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, FCTA, allegedly belonging to the former President Muhammadu Buhari.
“Former President Buhari is personally not the owner of the said plot of land, which is allocated in the name of a ‘Muhammadu Buhari Foundation.
“The Foundation was itself floated by some utilitarian individuals around him who, it must be said, went about it in a lawful manner with the support of a number of well-meaning persons.
“But they ran into a roadblock in the land department of the FCDA, which handed them an outrageous bill for the issuance of the certificate of occupancy, very high in cost that did not at all compare with the bills given to similar organisations.
“It may have been that this was not erroneous, but a deliberate mistake, making the revocation of the land no surprise to anyone.
“As a person, the former President has a plot of land to his name in Abuja,” he added
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