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His Holiness Ositelu Hosts ALADURA’s 82nd Tabieorar, Makes Case for Free and Fair Election

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6 years ago

August 25, 2018

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By Olasumbo Otagbo Photos: Funmilayo Adeyemi

The members, friends and well-wishers of the Church of The Lord (Prayer Fellowship) worldwide (TCLPFW) gathered at Ogere, Ogun State for their yearly camp meeting, tagged Tabieorar 2018, to give thanks to the Lord for the year and to plan for the forthcoming year. This is the 82nd in the series.

Oba Rafiu Olusegun Alimi & Olori Olayinka Alimi

While giving his message during the event with the theme; Faithful God, the Primate of the church, also known as Aladura, His Holiness, The Most Rev. Dr. Rufus Okikola Olubiyi Ositelu, emphasized that the church is part of the society, therefore, does not exist in a vacuum and cannot afford to seclude itself from political and socio-economic events in the country.

S.M Biola Abiloye, SM C.A Adejobi, SM Dayo Ositelu & SM Mary Ositelu

He further stressed the need for free and fair election, saying it is a precondition for peace, stability and socio economic development of the country and calling on government of all levels to work assiduously towards ensuring free and fair election.

Rev Ositelu urged Nigerians to ensure they obtain their permanent voters card (PVC) in order to vote for a credible leader.

Crowd of worshipers

On killing by herds men, the Primate thanked the government for the level of success achieved so far in fighting insurgency but saw room for better achievements which can be done through what he referred to as scientific approach (Information Technology) in line with other best practices.

Church of the Lord leaders

“The force and other security agencies should be equipped with up to minute military equipment/ weapon, loop holes and access to small arms and light weapons by criminals and unscrupulous element should be blocked, in turn, state policing should be giving due consideration,” he added.

Wife of the Primate, Spiritual Mother Superior Mary Ositelu

Furthermore, he encouraged the government to be more committed to its policy of diversification of the economy as this will reduce the high rate of unemployment in the country, just as he enjoined the youths to desist from circulating fake news and hate speeches through the use of the social media.

Lady Evangelist Bunmi Akinanu – Adeoye perfoming

After the primate’s message, Lady Evangelist Bunmi Akinanu-Adeoye and Lady Evang. Aduke Gold took turns to bring down the Glory of the Lord with lovely musical rendition, to which the congregation flowed in seamless rhythm.

Lady EvangelistAduke Gold thrilling the congregation

The event witnessed the presence of notable personalities from different strata of the society, among whom were a former Special Adviser to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Dr. Doyin Okupe; Elero of Itebu, Isan, Ekiti, Oba Adetutu Manuwa and his wife, Olori Folashade, the Ologere of Ogere Remo, Oba Ololade Ogunbade among many others.

Rev. O. O. Kalesanwo, Rev. Canon R.O Osanaiye, Rev. Femi Ogbe, Rev. Olusoga Badejo & Evangelist Akinyemi

Events

Adedapo Amoo Gives Dad Befitting Burial in Ogbomosho

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6 days ago

December 16, 2024

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By Eric Elezuo

It was a period of solemn reflection and thanksgiving as the Director, Department of State Services (DSS), Lagos State Command, Mr. Adedapo Amoo, dedicated three whole days to bid his beloved father, Pa John Adewole Amoo JP, farewell to the great beyond.

The events, which gathered friends, family members, colleagues, associates and members of various communities, was a testament to the life the octogenarian lived in his 87 years of existence on earth.

The obsequies kickstarted with a Commendation Service at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, Eleyele, Ile-Ife, where members of the public eulogised the life and times of the patriarch of the Amoo dynasty, labeling him a moralist and disciplinary of no mean fit.

The day after, the ceremonies moved to the residence of the deceased at Castle of Mercy, Arinkinkin, along Oyo-Ibadan Road, Ogbomoso, where a Wake Service was held in his honour amid rendition of hymns, reading of distinct chapters of the Bible and exhortation as presented by the presiding minister.

A well attended funeral service was observed on the third day at the Stadium Baptist Church, John A. Amoo Street, right behind Stadium Complex in Ogbomosho.

With a solemn presentation of the enviable life of the deceased via the reading of his biography by his son, Adedapo Amoo, the Service delved into Bible readings, songs and sermon. One of the highlights of the Service was the prayers said for the repose of the soul of the dead, and for the fortitude to bear the loss for members of his family.

After the service, members of the family, selected members of the leity and officiating members proceeded with the remains to its final resting place within the premises of his residence. After a very short encouraging exhortation, the remains were committed to mother-earth amid solemn hymns and silent sobs.

The final part of the ceremony, which was the reception, was held at the Viva Continental Event Centre, Irese Apa Road, also in Ogbomosho, where guests were treated to sumptuous delicacies, good music and choice beverages.

Pa Amoo was born in 1937, and answered the call to glory in 2024. He is survived by his son, Adedapo Amoo and a host of others.

May his soul rest in peace!

Photos: Tunde Bolarinwa

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The Splendid Diamond Jubilee Celebration of Barr. Daniel Aramide

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5 months ago

July 28, 2024

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By Eric Elezuo

The ancient city of Abeokuta was agog when celebrated lawyer and businessman, Barrister Daniel Aramide, pulled all stops to give himself a well deserved diamond jubilee bash.

The event, which took place in his palatial residence at Boldan House, Kemta Housing Estate, Zone II, Idi Aba, Abeokuta, Ogun State, was a beehive of activities as friends, colleagues, family members and well wishers came in their numbers to grace the spectacular event.

It was a moment of joy and visible emotion as the birthday boy beamed smiles after smiles and grinned from ear to ear in absolute ecstacy amid cheers from guests even as he danced away to the sonorous voice of music maestro, Yinka Ayefele, and tunes from the wheels of DJ Secxy, who rocked the house with a combination of oldies and present sounds.

The event, planned by Que-Brand Events, also made available plenty to eat and drink as Topsy Catering, Jimmysgrillz, Pop House Cocktails, Slot Films, Amala Iya Oyo, Sansan Pots Catering and Annidre’s Food were all on hand to serve both local and continent dishes as well as assorted beverages.

Among dignitaries in attendance were the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Abeokuta, HRM (Prof.) Saka Adelola Matemilola, Otileta VII; the Olowu of Owu Kuta, HRM, Oba Hameed Adekunle Makama Oyelude; Mrs. Funmi Kehinde, Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Omolola Odutola and friends from the United Kingdom.

A seasoned lawyer, Aramide graduated with LLB honors from the University of East Anglia in Norwich, England, and later attended the Nigerian Law School. He was called to the Bar in 1989, and afterwards, returned to England to start his law career, working in several organizations to gain valuable experience.

Barrister Aramide is also a qualified Notary Public, having completed two years of studies at University College London. His firm is based in Dagenham, East London.

He is married to Alhaja Aminat Bolupe Aramide and they are blessed with three children: Bola, Emmanuel and Olamide.

Photos: Segun Lawal

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Sights and Sounds from Bimbo Oloyede’s ‘Command Your Stage’ Book Presentation

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7 months ago

June 9, 2024

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Photos by Koya Adegbite

Veteran broadcaster, Mrs Bimbo Oloyede, on Thursday, hosted a public presentation of her new book, Command Your Stage, at the Metropolitan Place, in Victoria Island.