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2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Planning Committee: Hon. Stanley Olajide Odidiomo throws heavy support

Monday 11th March, 2024, the Chairman 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Planning Committee, Balogun Gaphar Babatunde Ojetola paid an unscheduled visit to the Federal Honourable representing Ibadan South West/North West, Hon. Stanley Olajide OdidiOmo in his palatial house along Ring Road, Ibadan.

The Chairman was accompanied by Ambassador Mrs Idowu Olaide Lawal, member BoT CCII and Chairman, Culture and Historical Tours Sub-committee of this year’s Ibadan Cultural Festival Planning Committee.


The Federal Honourable in his trademark character promised to sponsor the Education activities of this year’s Ibadan Cultural Festival. In recognition of his continuous meaningful capacity building and empowerment to members of his constituencies and beyond, the Chairman conveyed the message from the President General Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes, Chief Sulaiman Ajeniyi Ajewole of a proposed award on Hon. Stanley Olajide OdidiOmo. This received admiration from the federal honourable with a promise to continue to support the CCII in all her activities and serve his people and humanity with utmost fear of God. Hon. Stanley Olajide commended the State Government for mobilising the local governments in Ibadanland into completion of the Olubadan Palace which is said to be fully completed.

Image: Standing from Left, Balogun Gaphar Babatunde Ojetola, Hon. Stanley Olajide OdidiOmo, Ambassador Idowu Olaide Lawal GAIC and Hon.. Tajudeen Adigun (ATU) Chairman IBADAN WEST LCDA.


Ambassador Idowu Olaide Lawal GAIC offered prayers for Ibadanland, the Olubadan of Ibadanland , the state governor Engr. Oluwaseyi Abiodun Makinde FNSE DSC GSSRS, the host, Hon. Stanley Olajide OdidiOmo , as well as all the local government Chairmen in Ibadanland

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Encomium As Elempe, Onifiditi Presented With Beaded Crowns By Gov Makinde

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has approved the presentation of staff of office and beaded crowns to the Onifiditi of Fiditi, Oba Sikiru Akanni Oyelese and the Elempe of Tapa, Oba Titilola Oyekanmi Sunday.

A statement by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola, indicated that the governor, on March 7, 2024, approved that the Onifiditi and the Elempe be presented with the instrument of office and beaded crowns.

The statement added that the governor also approved the appointment of Chief Akindele Sunday Olukayode as the new Baale of Awaye Town in Egbeda Local Government Area of the state.

This was as the governor approved the elevation of 12 Part III (Minor) Chiefs in Oyo Town to Part III Recognised Chieftaincies.

The approvals were contained in separate letters dated March 6, 2024 and March 7, 2024, respectively.

Governor Makinde approved the appointment of Chief Akindele as the Baale of Awaye Town, a Part II Recognised Chieftaincy under the Chiefs Law, Cap. 28 Vol. I, Laws of Oyo State of Nigeria, 2000, in line with Section 3 (a) and (b) of the same law, which empowered him to grant the approval.

In the approval for the elevation of Oyo Minor Chiefs to Part II Recognised Chieftaincies, the governor granted the approval for the elevation of Elepe of Isheke, Onaisokun of Oyoland, Baale Idoode, Baale Gudugbu, Baale Ojongbodu, Baale Akeetan, Baale Apaara. I her elevated Chieftaincies in Oyo are; Baale Aguo, Baale Ajagba, Olotefon of Otefon, Baale of Agooja and the Baale Imeleke of Oyo.

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Woman commits suicide, jumps into river from a moving boat in Lagos

A woman who boarded a boat from Igando in Lagos State to Ogun has allegedly jumped into the river from the moving boat, the police have said.

The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday evening, said that rescue teams were already searching for the woman.

Hundeyin said that one Rasaq reported the case to the Igando Police Division on Sunday at about 8.00 a.m. According to Rasaq, at about 10.00 p.m. on Saturday, one Folashade Nimotalahi, of yet be known address, boarded a boat from their Isuti Jet, Isuti Road, Igando in Lagos, going to Totowu in Ogun.

“They were 12 passengers on board. Suddenly, the woman removed the life jacket she was wearing and jumped into the river.

“She left behind one nylon bag containing a bottle of sniper, Alimosho General Hospital cards and some drugs,” the spokesperson quoted Rasaq as saying in his report.

Hundeyin said that the scene of incident was visited immediately by detectives from the division. He said a search party has been contacted to recover the corpse, while investigation was ongoing as they make efforts to contact the family.

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Wealthiest woman in Nigeria, Folorunsho Alakija, husband separated after 30yrs of marriage

Nigeria’s richest woman, Folorunsho Alakija, and her husband of 30 years, Modupe Alakija, have parted ways, according to a report obtained by ODUDUWA NEWS.

The mother of four and the businessman allegedly no longer live together in their matrimonial home in highbrow Ikoyi, Lagos.

The couple were alleged to have been having frequent squabbles which allegedly necessitated the wealthy woman to demand utmost privacy in her home. Her husband was forced to seek accommodation elsewhere.

He allegedly lives alone within the same Ikoyi neighbourhood.

Sources reveal that it has not all been smooth sailing for the couple these past few years and they have allegedly been forced to put up a united front because of their status in the society, the report added.

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Prof. Omobolanle Ogunsumi to deliver OAU 380th Inaugural Lecture

Professor Lucia Omobolanle Ogunsumi, a Professor of Agricultural Extension & Rural Development on Tuesday, 12th March, 2024 will deliver her Inaugural lecture which will mark the 380th Inaugural Lecture of Obafemi Awolowo University at the Oduduwa Hall of the University.

Professor Lucia is a distinguished scholar and passionate advocate for agricultural development and food security in Nigeria, particularly in the southwest region.

Her extensive experience in research and development span through the Ministry of Agriculture, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), and the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training (IAR&T).

Professor Ogunsumi’s commitment to knowledge dissemination is evident in her over 50 publications in local and international journals and her co-authorship of four acclaimed books on Agricultural Economics and Extension. She readily shares her expertise by teaching and supervising students at Obafemi Awolowo University, shaping the next generation of agricultural leaders.

She will be joined by family, friends, colleagues and students as she deliver her paper titled “Farmers’ Peculiar Treasure: The Sustained Use of Technological Approach”

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I ventured into Uber business abroad to feed my family – Femi Brainard

Actor Femi Brainard shared his insights on the realities of living abroad as a Nigerian celebrity.
He narrated his experience during an interview with Teju Oyelakin, also known as Teju Babyface, on his podcast.

Brainard explained the advantages and disadvantages of relocating, emphasising that it’s preferable to be esteemed and respected in Nigeria rather than becoming anonymous abroad.

He also said that his wife did not like the idea of living abroad.

While speaking with the comedian, Brainard noted that anytime he is driving, his Nigerian passengers in particular can’t help but stare at him in disbelief and wonder if he is the star they know.

The actor added that the curious ones would approach him to be sure he was the famous actor they knew in Nigeria.

Brainard said the bills are a lot and he has things like rent to think about while explaining that he was so broke to an extent that he went to the parking lot and burst into tears.

He said: “At times it would be so hard,I no go get Money for hand. That day I went to the parking lot of our apartment, I cried, na me bring this woman here. Yankee no know star o… I had to feed my family. I know these couple from the airport, the husband was like, ‘ask him if he is Femi Brainard and I said yes. The husband didn’t know when he reached at me and asked ‘bros what are you doing here”.

“As difficult as Nigeria seems to be, I would rather be a prince and a celebrity in a system that is not working than come to this place and be a nobody. I am still bothered about rent.”

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Oyo Speaker, Others Hail Makinde For Donating 28 New Buses To SUG Bodies, Signing 2024 Bursary For Students

The Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin has commended Governor Seyi Makinde for presenting 28 New Buses to students union bodies of tertiary institutions in the State.

The Speaker described the Governor’s gesture as another confirmation of his continuous support for the growth of education and students at all levels.

Hon. Ogundoyin said the buses would assist the Students Union Bodies in the running of their activities.

” I will like to appreciate His Excellency, Engr Seyi Makinde for the presentation of 28 New Buses to students bodies drawn from tertiary institutions across the State. This is another good feat by our Governor which will help to promote the activities of students bodies in our tertiary institutions.”

The Speaker also lauded Governor Makinde for signing the 2024 bursary award for Oyo State students in tertiary institutions in and outside the State.

“To me, the signing of the 2024 bursary is coming at the right time especially with the current economic crisis bedeviling the nation. This will assist our students in their educational pursuit. We appreciate the Governor for giving priority to educate and for his all round support for students.”

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Oyo NDLEA Partners CCII, Promises To Support Ibadan Youth Day

The Oyo State Command of National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, on Tuesday, 5th March 2024 has expressed their willingness to be the lead paper presenter during the youth day, as part of the activities of the 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Week.

The 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Planning Committee team led by Chief Mrs Idowu Olaide Lawal who represented the Chairman Balogun Gaphar Ojetola who was on another assignment outside the city, paid a courtesy visit to the Onireke office of the NDLEA office.

The planning committee team were received by the State Commander, Cdr Olayinka Carlton Joe-Fadile and other Directors.

During his welcome speech, Chief Mrs Idowu Olaide Lawal GAIC delivered the good will message on behalf of the Chairman of the 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival, Balogun Gaphar Ojetola, and explained in details other activities making up the Cultural Festival.

In his presentation, the Director of Program for the Youth Day, Comr. Gbadamosi Ishola informed the gathering of the desire of the youth day committee to have the NDLEA as their Guest Lecturer as the topic for the youth day is on hard drugs, uses, causes and practical solution, and equally informed them that the program will also feature panel session where other community stakeholders will be discussing their efforts in curbing the menace of hard drugs.

In his response, the State Commander, Cdr Olayinka Carlton Joe-Fadile appreciated the visiting team for the visit, and expressed their desire to work in partnership with the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes to have a drug free society.
He also assured the visiting team of the attendance and participation of the NDLEA as usual in all the Ibadan Cultural Festival activities.

Finally, Chief Mrs Idowu Olaide Lawal GAIC was decorated as an Ambassador of NDLEA on War Against Drug Abuse, WADA.

Others in attendance from the 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Planning Committee were Mrs Oluwakemi, Mr Gbadamosi Ishola, Mr Yekeen Jalaruru, Mr Olugbade Bukunmi and Mr Ajani ‘Kayode.

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Panic As Albino Teacher Abducted By Kidnappers In Ibadan

The man, simply identified by his colleagues as Mr Adegbenjo of the Community High School, Alabata, Akinyele local government, Ibadan, was snatched while trekking towards school.

There is palpable tension in Ibadan as a secondary school teacher, who is an albino was kidnapped on early Wednesday morning.

The man, simply identified by his colleagues as Mr Adegbenjo of the Community High School, Alabata, Akinyele local government, Ibadan, was snatched while trekking towards school.

It was learnt that the incident might be related to kidnap for ritual purpose, as age-long belief held that albinos were used for money ritual.

A teacher of the same school who craved anonymity called for concerted effort by the police and local vigilante for immediate search of the forest body at Alabata area of the Iseyin-Moniya road, so the victim may be rescued.

”We are pleading that the vigilante group and police men be dispatched to the forest around Alabata to search for him before anything untoward happen to him,” he pleaded.

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