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Super Falcons’ Asisat Oshoala, Emzor Partner to Support the Girl Child in Football

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5 years ago

July 16, 2019

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By Promise Oshewa

African Female Footballer of the year and prolific Super Falcons striker, Asisat Oshoala has advocated the total support of the girl-child in embracing her dreams, especially football so as to ensure greatness in life.

The skilled FC Barcelona’s striker who is also the Ambassador of Emzor Pharmaceutical made the call during a press briefing held at the premises of Emzor Pharmaceutical Company, in Lagos.

In her remarks, she revealed that she has established a foundation called “Asisat Oshoala” with the aim of changing the wrong notions and concepts associated with the girl-child. She hinted that the foundation will assist all interested girl-children towards becoming the football super stars they have ever dreamt of.

In her speech, the Executive General Director of Emzor, Mrs. Zuma, reminded all of the company’s support for football related matters in the last four years.

“Emzor has been a sponsor of the Super Eagles and Super Falcons for over 4 years, and have also been supporting the players. Emzor has also created a platform for Asisat to be shown to the world and also realize her dreams not only in the football arena, but also assist her as she decides to give back to the society.

“She is a three time award winning player, who has played in clubs in China and Europe and now in Barcelona and when she is not playing football she is empowering the girl-child in the country with the resources that have been provided for her, she has promoted various young ladies who are now professionally rooted in the game of football. She is also the Lagos state Anti-drug Ambassador who is bent on impacting positively on women, and that is why Emzor has decided to support her all along as she is now a role model for females who are determined” she said.

Reacting to questions, Asisat informed that while growing up, she faced challenges as she was not opportune to play football because of her Muslim background, but still managed to live her dreams.

“I started my football career with FC Robo, alongside some of my female friends, but today, I am the only one playing professionally. This is not because they were not interested but because of family issues they faced.

“I have been able to fly my flag high, and remain a good model for others. I’ll use every opportunity I have to encourage the girl-child. I’ll train with them, and also make available every necessary resources for them to keep the faith in them strong” she said.

She added that her foundation is striving positively to make sure girls who are determined are encouraged and given a sense of belonging, so they can make a difference in life.

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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.