By Babatunde Kaka Ekohotblog reports that eminent Lagosians thronged the ancient Kingdom of Odo-Noforija in Epe on 25th September for the 40 days Fidau Prayer for the Madam Ejide Adefuye a respectable figure in the ancient kingdom. Madam Adefuye died on Saturday 31st, July 2021 at the age of 95. Mosunmola Adefuye, a seasoned education … Read more
On Thursday, October 14, 2021, Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Oba Olufolarin Olukayode joined an exclusive list of change-makers to receive a leadership award from the London Political Summit, in recognition of his exceptional strides since assuming the reins of power as the Alara of Ilara Kingdom. The summit, themed “Sustainable development and good governance in … Read more
By Babatunde Kaka The Provost, Michael Otedola College of Primary Education, Associate Professor Nosiru Olajide Onibon, has called for selfless leadership in the collective quest to hoist Epe Division, and the Nigerian state at large to greater heights. Prof Onibon made the call in an interview at MOCPED premises on Wednesday 13th October 2021, where … Read more
…Applauds Hon Wale Raji By Babatunde Kaka On Monday, October 11, 2021, the Epe Division Youth Ambassadors, an offshoot of the Lagos Youth Ambassadors under the aegis of the IBILE Youth Project marked the International Day of the Girl-Child with an outreach programme to encourage youths across Epe Division to embrace the enduring possibilities that … Read more
By Babatunde Kaka Young creatives across Epe Division will now have a platform to hone their creative skills following an initiative by the Lagos State Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment geared towards assisting creative minds to parlay their talents towards wealth creation and entrepreneurial opportunities. The Honourable Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Mrs … Read more
By Babatunde Kaka. On Monday, October 11, 2021 Odo-Temu community in Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA marked the International Day of the Girl-Child amid euphoria and jubilation following the groundbreaking ceremony held to commission a modern Primary Health Centre chaperoned by technocrat and Chairman of the LCDA, Hon Wale Raji Anomo. The Health Centre is a fulfilment … Read more
The people of Iworoko-Ekiti, in the Irepodun/Ifelodun local government area of Ekiti State at the weekend, took to the streets to demand the selection and appointment of a new traditional ruler for the community. It was reported that the stool of Alaworoko of Iworoko-Ekiti became vacant following the death of Oba Michael Olufemi Aladejana on … Read more
By _ Babatunde Kaka “The Bird is in Your Hands” – Otunba TJ Abass. When the great King Kosoko made the journey from Lagos Island to Epe almost two centuries ago, it was merely a move geared towards surviving the antagonistic political currents of the day. However, what was originally a quest for survival turned … Read more
It was all colourful at the unveiling of Epe tourism potentials as the people joined the world to celebrate World Tourism Day on Monday, September 27, 2021. The moments were beautiful and full of glamour as government officials, investors, bankers, tour operators and tourists, entertainers, sons and daughters of the land, as well as invited … Read more
Popular Nigerian Monarch’s Palace has been set ablaze by Unknown Gunmen in Imo State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the palace of HRH Eze Obi Ralph Ekezie, the traditional ruler of Obor Autonomous Community, a neighboring community to Omuma, Gov Hope Uzodinma’s hometown in Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State, has been set ablaze … Read more
By _ Babatunde Kaka Addressing the youths of the community, Hon Quadri implored them to see tourism as a window through which a vast array of opportunities could be harnessed. The Economic, Social and Cultural Council wing of the African Union, ECOSOCC, on Monday, 27th September, 2021, pledged to work assiduously towards jockeying the immense … Read more
Osun State Governor, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola, in an address delivered by his deputy, Mr Benedict Alabi, described the event as historic and significant to the progress of the Yoruba race. Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo on Saturday joined eminent Nigerians from all walks of life at the royal palace of Ooni of … Read more
By Adémólá Òrúnbon A man, who was simply identified as Isiaka has been found dead inside his SUV around Olomore area of Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. It was learnt that Isiaka was said to have been declared missing by his family about three days ago. The family had reported at Adigbe divisional police headquarters … Read more
The Ogun State Government says it is set to present staff of office to HRH Oba Abdul-Ganiyu Awokoya Yesufu as the first Onirete of Irete-Ijebu, in Odogbolu Local Government Area of the State. According to the Coronation Planning Committee, the Coronation event will take place on Saturday 2nd October, 2021 at the Open Field of … Read more
“Ours is a beautiful story. It may not be perfect, but it is a beautiful story” – TJ Abass. EDITOR’S PICKS: Epe Stakeholders Pay Tributes To Late Septuagenarian At Fidau Prayers Kidnappers Abduct Popular Businesswoman In Epe Tobun Harps On Nation-Building, Drops Hint On Ayetoro Market Construction The Chairman, Kayokayo planning committee and Aremo of … Read more
The Chairman of Epe Local Government Hon. (Princess) Surah Olayemi Animasaun at the grand final of Kayokayo Festival which took place at Epe Theatre has implored Olu-Epe High Chiefs, Organising Committee members, sons and sundries of Epe to staunchly key into maintenance of Kayokayo Celebrations. Princess Animasaun identified that the festival has historical potential which … Read more
By _ Babatunde Kaka & Ronny Ikpoto “We will continue to push for unity” – Ikofuriji. EDITOR’S PICKS: Prof Onibon Hails College Administration As MOCPED Ranks 10th In Latest Ranking Epe Monarch Calls For Acceleration Of Electricity Project As Vandals Attack Community Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA Issues 14 Days Ultimatum To Truck Operators Against Highway Parking A … Read more
By _ Babatunde Kaka & Ronny Ikpoto “We must not allow divisive elements to divide us” – Alara. EDITOR’S PICKS: London Political Summit To Honour Oba Ogunsanwo With Leadership Award Lagos Monarch, Alara Of Ilara, Felicitates With Sultan At 65 Alara Enthronement Anniversary: Ooni Confers Chieftaincy On Gbajabiamila, Coker, Others Alara of Ilara Kingdom, His … Read more
“If we all do what we are all capable of doing, we will astound ourselves.” The above quote aptly encapsulates the just concluded 2021 Kayokayo festival, which was a resounding success. The success was made possible by the steadfast support from the sons, daughters, friends and well wishes of the Epe Kingdom. The planning process, … Read more
By _ Babatunde Kaka & Ronny Ikpoto Earlier, a prayer session anchored by the Chief Imam of Epe Central Mosque held at the palace of Olu-Epe, Oba Dr. Shefiu Adewale. EDITOR’S PICKS: Epe Stakeholders Pay Tributes To Late Septuagenarian At Fidau Prayers Kidnappers Abduct Popular Businesswoman In Epe Tobun Harps On Nation-Building, Drops Hint On … Read more