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Ibidun Ituah- Ighodalo Goes Home In Blaze of Glory

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If the dead could look back, Ibidun Ituah-Ighodalo , would be grinning in her grave now.

She bade the world farewell last Sunday June 14, at the young age of 39 and was buried today, amidst a blaze of glory. In life and in death, she was celebrated because she came, saw and conquered!

 She never wished to part, forever, with her loved ones when she did last  Sunday.

Indeed, Ibidunni, a former beauty queen and owner of Elizabeth R, a leading event management company, wanted to live longer to see her dreams come true. And she had them aplenty, including marking her 40th birthday next month, July 19. She had wished to feed 1000 homes during the birthday.

But for fate, the late co-pastor of Trinity House Church in Lagos and founder of Ibidunni Ighodalo Foundation would have, in her wonted style, used the occasion of her 40th birthday to touch lives in her humanly best possible way.

This much was revealed by her close friend, TY Bello, a celebrated photographer, when she shared a WhatsApp a message, where the late Ighodalo stated that “. .. And I want to help 40 couples to have their babies. That’s all I want. No party. No surprise. Nothing. I just want to make 40 homes happy.”

This shouldn’t come as a surprise to those who know her very well. In many ways, and at different times, she had engraved her memory in the minds of many whose path crossed hers with her profound acts of humanness.

It is also instructive that her mission to PortHarcourt was also in fulfillment of her passion to help humanity, which she treasured far more than any business gain. How? In Lagos and some other states, she had helped to set up benefitting isolation centres for victims of the deadly COVID 19.

So, when she was contracted to replicate same in PortHarcourt by the River State government, she  felt so obliged.

To her, a convenient and dignifying atmosphere can aid speedy recovery of patients who are still clicking unto life like straw.

She lived her life for humanity. Yet, she had her own challenges. Even when she chose to open up about her struggles with infertility in an interview with Arise TV, it was not to gain empathy from anyone, but for her listeners and fans, home and abroad, to know that life is no more but a mystery.

Since she passed on, there has been an outpouring of heartfelt tributes on her from across the country.

But no one has captured the loss more than her loving husband, who said, while officiating at a funeral hours after her death , that he received “the call that shattered my life.”

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Aare Adetola Emmanuelking Honored with Prestigious OSCOTECH Fellowship Award

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Esa-Oke, Osun State — The Chairman and CEO of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, has been conferred with the prestigious 2024 Osun State College of Technology (OSCOTECH) Fellowship Award (FOSCOT). The honor was presented during the institution’s 8th Combined Convocation Ceremony, in recognition of his outstanding achievements and enduring contributions to society.

The event, held at the OSCOTECH campus in Esa-Oke, Osun State, witnessed a gathering of prominent dignitaries, including the Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator (Dr.) Ademola Adeleke; members of the Osun State House of Assembly; Permanent Secretaries; and esteemed royal majesties, including Oba Adeyemi Akanbi and Oba Festus Kayode Awogboro. The fellowship award was also conferred upon other distinguished individuals, including the Owaniran of Esa-Oke, Oba Adeyemi Adediran, and Yeyeluwa Modupeola Adeleke Sanni, sister to the Osun State Governor.

In his acceptance speech, Aare Emmanuelking expressed heartfelt gratitude for the recognition, reflecting on his transformative journey from a student at OSCOTECH to a successful entrepreneur and community leader. He stated, “Twenty-seven years ago, I walked these very grounds as a student, full of dreams and aspirations, like many of you here today. My time at OSCOTECH shaped the foundation of who I am today, instilling in me not just technical skills but the values needed to unleash my boundless potential.”

Aare Emmanuelking further extended his appreciation to Governor Ademola Adeleke, the Rector of OSCOTECH, Dr. S.A.O. Adegoke, and the entire OSCOTECH community for the esteemed honor. He also commended the institution’s staff for their unwavering dedication to academic excellence and called on alumni to uphold the legacy of OSCOTECH by contributing to its growth and development.

This recognition underscores Aare Emmanuelking’s relentless commitment to fostering societal progress through innovation, leadership, and philanthropy. The Adron Group Chairman’s contributions to the housing sector and community empowerment continue to set a benchmark for excellence and service.


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Tayo Ayinde, other topshots, Honour Ikeja APC Chairman At Son’s Wedding

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It was an atmosphere filled with love when the families, friends and associates of Mayegun Adekunle Dally-Adeokun, Olori-ebi of Adeokun-Olaboyede(Olisa) royal family, Ijebu-Ode honoured him and his beautiful wife, Evangelist Olayide, in Ibadan, Oyo state at the walimatul-Nikkah of his son, Lukmon Adekunle Jnr to his beau, Faahidat Omowunmi, delectable daughter of Alhaji Suleyman and Alhaja Tawakalit Balogun on Saturday, 23 November 2024 .

The colour of the day, Teal Green and Magenta ruled the hall of the Citron Events Centre as guests turned out glamourously to celebrate with the couple.

The solemnization of the union was done in a strict Islamic tradition. Nikkah lecture was given by Sheikh Dr. Bashir Ayodeji Eleshinmeta, Ansar-ud-Deen Society, Missioner, Oyo State. Are Dr. Abdul Rafiu Ademola Sanni, President, Ansar ud deen Society( Nigeria and overseas) was the father of the day.,

Distinguished guests at the wedding included: Oba Abdul Rasheed Adesanya, FCA, Olisa of Ijebu-Ode; Hon. Tayo Ayinde, Chief of staff to Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwoolu; Hon Seyi Lawal, member, Lagos House of Assembly, representing Ikeja State Constituency I; Hon Damola Kasunmu, member of Lagos State House of Assembly representing Ikeja State Constituency II; Alhaja Afusat Abioro, Iyasuna of Ikeja; and Engr Mojeed Balogun, Chairman, Ikeja Local Government Area among others.

The Nikkah was followed by a classy reception and after party where guests were treated to continental and traditional dishes even as drinks flowed freely

 

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Oando Boss, Wale Tinubu, Celebrates Alake of Egbaland at 80

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The Group Chief Executive, Oando Group, Mr. Adewale Tinubu, CON, has felicitated the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, on his 80th birthday.

The oil mogul, in a message made available today, Thursday  September 14, 2023 congratulated the revered and respected monarch, who is also the Chairman of Oando Group, on the milestone.

Tinubu wrote: “I felicitate the Chairman of Oando, His Royal Majesty, the Alake of Egbaland, on his landmark 80th birthday.

Kabiyesi, your leadership and wisdom have been a beacon of inspiration to us all, and we, who have been privileged to know and work with you, have been positively impacted by you.

“80 years is truly a blessing from God, and I wish you good health, and many more years of impactful leadership.

“May your reign be blessed with continued success and your legacy forever etched in history. Kabiyesi o.”

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