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  • Femi Kuti lashes at govt over plane crash

    Femi Kuti lashes at govt over plane crash

    BUT for Tunji Okusanya, honcho of MIC Funeral Services, who died in the recent place crash, involving an Associated Airline vessel, Afrobeat musician, Femi Kuti couldn’t have blinked an eyelid.

    Femi, son of the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, who appeared schooled in his late father’s philosophy of bitterness against corrupt leadership, said he is not bothered about the misfortune of government officials.

    It would be recalled that an aircraft conveying the body of the late former governor of Ondo State, Olusegun Agagu crashed upon take-off in Lagos, killing most of the occupants.

    Reacting to the mishap at the weekend, Kuti who blamed the poor state of the country’s aviation sector on government, noted: “If they had made sure that the aviation sector is in order, that plane that was grounded for years, will not be made to climb the air. If an accident happens, which of course does happen, we should know it is not for a stupid reason. But because they are all too busy with corruption and enriching themselves, they cannot put many things in place.”

    Femi is worried that Nigerian leaders prefer to patronize foreign facilities instead of making the ones at home work: “When they are sick, where do they go to? They go to Europe. When the president of France is sick, does he go to America? No! He stays in France and he is treated by French doctors. Why should Nigerian officials go out of this country to be treated?” The musician lamented.

    He said he is indifferent to the plane crash, but for the MIC boss. “Tunji, a friend of mine was involved, so I am not happy. If you remember, Tunji it was, who did the burial arrangement for my late father. But then, I am quite indifferent. I’m hearing that the plane hadn’t been checked for over a year. The pilot should have known that the plane should be checked. How can he just carry a plane and go in the air just like that?”

    He is of the opinion that Nigerians should be forward-looking, by putting the plane crash behind them: “The problem now is for those of us who are still alive. Mosquitoes will bite numerous of our children tonight because there is no electricity.”

    Apparently embittered, Femi burst out again. “The way we do things in Nigeria, I don’t understand. If you follow me on twitter, you would notice that I have not commented on the crash. For government officials, I am not too interested in what happens to them. We still don’t have electricity in Nigeria, education is crumbling. No healthcare facilities. There are bad roads everywhere. I can go on and on about our problems. Our international airport is a disgrace, I hope you know. If you go to Europe… that’s going too far; if you go to South Africa, and you see their international airport, you will be ashamed of the Nigerian international airport, as a big oil producing country in the world. Look at our country; shameless nation. And you want me to feel sorry for people who have been in power and should be fighting for the masses.” He said dismissingly.

  • Mark, others bid Senator’s mum ‘bye’

    Mark, others bid Senator’s mum ‘bye’

    The Senate virtually relocated to Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, last Friday when Senator Olugbenga Obadara and his siblings buried their mother, Mrs Lucinda Ayoka Obadara, the Ekerin Iyalode of Trinity Methodist Church in the ancient town. NNEKA NWANERI was there.

    Though I am the 12th child of the family, I suffered with my mother from the age of 10 when my father died. She refused to let me trade and insisted I went to school. It was tough. But, today, we are vindicated.

    This was the testimony of Senator Olugbenga Obadara, at the funeral of his mother, Mrs Lucinda Ayoka Obadara, before a crowd of sympathisers in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, last Friday.

    He went on: “My mother, I can say today, has been duly honoured because she died in my arms and her last words were: ‘Don’t fight with anyone. God will bless you.’

    “I cannot say it all, but to thank her for all God made her do for me,” Obadara said.

    The guests were not gloomy; they were in a celebratory mood as they bade Mama Ake final farewell.

    The late Mrs Obadara died on July 27. She was 94.

    Despite the downpour, people came from far and near to honour her. Political heavyweights and Obadara’s colleagues in the Senate were there. Senate President David Mark led the Senate team, which included his deputy, Ike Ekweremadu.

    If eulogies could bring the dead back to life, Mama Obadara would have risen from the coffee-coloured casket bearing her remains.

    Family members, the Methodist community and friends, who wore pink aso ebi, were seated by 10am for the scheduled 11am service at the Trinity Methodist Church in Itesi, Abeokuta.

    Family members, sat in a corner of the church in their red aso oke.

    The Bishop of Oyo Diocese of the Methodist Church of Nigeria,the Right Rev. Titus Omoniyi, gave the sermon. He urged all to live worthy lives.

    “Let us begin to number our days and live in wisdom,” he preached.

    Rev Omoniyi urged Christians to have hope as Jesus Christ lives on.

    The late Mama Ake’s children and grand children went before the cleric for a special prayer. The family was led by the 81-year-old first daughter, Mrs Waleolu Kehinde-Ajayi and the 74-year-old first son.

    The burial site in the family home of the Obadaras was restricted to family members. Senator Obadara and other family members performed the dust-to-dust rite before the remains were lowered to the grave.

    Senators sent condolence messages. They extolled the virtues of the deceased.

    Mark described her death as an “irreparable loss”, urging Obadara to count it a privilege burying his mother.

    Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun said the deceased lived a fulfilled life having touched many lives and served selflessly in the Lord’s vineyard.

    The Alake of Egbaland Oba Michael Gbadebo, in a letter, said: “She lived well for 24 years above the biblical 70, thus, befitting a special grace of God. Besides, she lived to see her children occupy enviable positions in the political economic realm of life. She was also a prayer warrior, despite her age.”

    Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his wife Senator Oluremi said the late Mama Ake’s faith was her strength. They thanked God she gave the country Senator Obadara, whom they described as a cerebral lawmaker and consummate soldier of democracy and rule of law.

    As the reception held at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Kuto, Abeokuta, two large tents were erected.

    The venue was decorated with pink and white rose flowers. Glittering table decorations added to its beauty. The uniformed Ankara fabric was sewn in trendy styles. The women ensured they made fashion statements with theirs. The organisers and family members left no stone unturned in ensuring that the deceased had a befitting burial.

    Renowned Juju musician Chief Ebenezer Obey and his band electrified the venue, singing the praises of guests, who went home with various souvenirs.

    In attendance were: Senators Hope Uzodinma; George Sekibo; Ibrahim Abu; Isiaka Adeleke; Smart Adeyemi; Gbenga Ashafa; Ganiu Solomom; Tunde Ayeni; Hon Olumide Osoba, Ogun State Deputy Governor Segun Adesegun; Lanre Edun; wife of the Alake, Olori Tokunbo Gbadebo; the wives of Oba Dapo Tejuosho; Iyalode Alaba Lawson.

    Others were: Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Global Trust Savings and Loans, Olaitan Komolafe; Deputy Managing Director of IGI Insurance Rotimi Fashola; former Ogun State Governor Chief Segun Osoba; Ogun State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry Hon Bimbo Ashiru and the Special Adviser to the Governor on Education Dr Tunji Abimbola; the late Chief MKO Abiola’s daughter and Special Adviser to the governor on MDGS, Hafsat Abiola-Costello and former Minister of State for Defence Chief Demola Seriki.

  • For Alake… the beat goes on

    For Alake… the beat goes on

    FOR the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Michael Adedotun Gbadebo, the celebration of his 70th birthday, which he marked with fanfare on September 14 in the ancient town of Abeokuta, continued last Sunday in Lagos. He was hosted in the Victoria Island, Lagos home of Erelu Abiola Dosunmu.

    Before 9a.m., the Erelu and her guest were already seated in the right front pew of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Victoria Island, waiting for the special thanksgiving mass to begin.

    Everything looked shiny.

    The pews; the marble floors; the altar and the silver railings that led worshippers upstairs.

    After the ringing of the bell, the congregation rose as the priests and his man-servants filed into the church in a procession.

    It was the full Latin Mass. It felt like being in Rome, the Vatican City.

    The first Bible reading for the day was taken from Habakkuk 1:2-3; 2:2-4 and the gospel reading from Luke 17:5-10. The central theme for all the readings was ‘Faith’.

    The Parish Priest, Very Reverend Father Henry Omonisaye, spoke on faith being the central life of every Christian, urging the faithful to always be patient enough to trust the action of God.

    Faith, the cleric said, brought other godly virtues as patience, humility and constant communion with God.

    Other proceedings for the Mass continued after which the monarch, his friends and some of his children filed out for a thanksgiving.

    Only a few invited guests moved to the Erelu’s home for the reception. They were taken from the ground to the top floor in an elevator. The house was breath-taking. It spoke affluence. The living room had every touch of class and beauty. Flowers, decors, wall paintings, art works and picture of her youthful days were enough for guests to feast on. A trumpeter supplied jazz music from the background.

    It was a small but mighty gathering. There was no formality. Every attendee got an opportunity to interact with the monarch. Some also rejoiced for the opportunity to take a pictures with him.

    Choice wines and food were served as guests were treated to a three course buffet. She did in no small scale.

    Soon after, a table of full of cakes was wheeled out. A large white and purple cake stood distinct in the midst of smaller coloured cupcakes. Seven lit candles were on the big cake. The Alake, was like a young kid, asked to make a wish and blow out the candles. His utterances were: ‘Eko o ni Baje; Egba o ni daru and Nigeria o ni baje o’ as he blew the candle lights out.

    All sang to him: ‘For he is a jolly good fellow’.

    Oba Gbadebo thanked Erelu Dosunmu for the gesture, revealing a small detail that seemed to go unoticed. He said: “You see those purple flowers on the church altar, they were not there by chance. It is significantly royalty. I thank her for the Latin Mass, being the highest and is cherished by all Catholics.

    “Each time I keep wondering how she has been able to blend her staunch nun upbringing with tradition. This goes to show that she is a true daughter of Egbaland, her maternal home and Lagos where she is married to.”

    The Oba prayed God to grant Erelu long life and the country visionary leaders to lead us to the promised land.

    He was presented a little token of a birthday gift.

    In response, the host thanked Alake for honouring her little token of affection.

    She described Oba Gbadebo as a rare breed who has been God-fearing since the onset of his reign despite his position.

    “I wanted him to come to that beautiful church where all my prayers are answered. Oba, thank you for the pride you give to the traditional institution. The honour is mine communing with you today, she said.

    Former Lagos Commissioner for Finance, Mr Wale Edun; Publisher of the Vanguard newspapers Mr Sam Amuka-Pemu; Bashorun of Lagos Chief Jaiye (JK) Randle; Dr Ademola Folarin-Williams and Egba chiefs were there, playing the role for which they were appointed.

  • Giving for a living

    The Ikeja Viva L’Amour Lions Club has held a dinner to mark the investiture of Mrs Gertrude Akihimien as its eighth president. NNEKA NWANERI reports.

    They gathered to give a helping hand to the needy and downtrodden. Over the years, the Lions Club has been in the forefront of touching the lives of the needy.

    Last Sunday, the Ikeja branch of Viva L’Amour gathered at the Lagos Sheraton Hotel and Towers to install Mrs Geretude Akihimien as its president for next year as well as raise funds for its projects.

    The day of the week did not hinder guests, who came in their numbers. Smartly and stylishly dressed men and women came to lend a helping hand to their friends.

    Officers and members of the club stood out. They wore the same Ankara fabric, sewn in different styles.

    The members of the club were there to give their time, resources and talent. They were excited to take up their various posts. With the way they went about their work, the bond of brotherhood and unity was felt; they were like a small family unit working together for a common good.

    The immediate past president, Mrs Gloria Moweta, in her valedictory speech, outlined some of the laudable projects of the club during her tenure. She urged the members to support her successor, saying: “I hand over with relief.”

    The District Governor of Lions Club, Mr Yinka Bolarinwa, urged them to do more. He said October was membership month so old members should bring in new ones with fresh ideas to keep the club healthy and enhance the ability to serve. “Our dream, Our Future’.

    “Follow your dream, aim high and look to the future as you bring succour to the underprivileged, visually impaired and empower youths,” Bolarinwa said.

    Installing Mrs Akihimien, he asked to beat the gong as the president to call the gathering to order.

    Later, she performed her first task of swearing-in her officers. This was done with the officers’ sponsors standing behind them.

    Thereafter, the new president read her acceptance speech, imploring all to use their resources to serve the communities and put smiles on many faces this year.

    Usually, the spouse of the president is silent. But, Pastor Davidson Akihimien spoke. He lauded the Lions Club for its projects and recommended it as a veritable platform for good deeds and meeting the needs of the less-privileged.

    Also, the husband of the outgone president, Mr Moweta spoke. He spoke of how his wife juggled the task of being the club’s president, mother to their children and a wife to him. He was given an award for his steadfastness.

    There was music and excitement. The serene atmosphere became enlivened as everyone, young and old, took to the dance floor in celebration.

  • 94 cheers for Fasinro

    Senator Hassan Babatunde Fasinro has celebrated his 94th birthday in his Victoria Island, Lagos home, MONSURAT AJAO reports.

    THE Victoria Island, Lagos home of Senator Hassan Babatunde Fasinro was a Mecca of sorts when he turned 94. People turned out in large number to share in the joy of the day with him. That Friday, a special prayer was held for him. It was led by the Chief Imam of Anwar-Ul-Islam Society of Nigeria, Abdul Kareem Lawal.

    Popularly called HAB, Pa Fasinro, a Senator in the Second Republic, moved unaided acknowledging cheers from his family and well-wishers.

    The Baba Adinni of Lagos, Sheikh Abdul Hafeez Abou, led dignitaries to the occasion. He sat close to the celebrator, who was wore a white lace agbada .

    The event featured prayers, goodwill messages and the cutting of the birthday cake.

    Members of the Anwarul-Islam Society of Nigeria recitated Quran to seek for a long and good life for the celebrator.

    After the prayer, gifts were presented to the ‘birthday boy.’

    The women wing of the society presented him a cake which they happily cut with him. The cake was cut after the pronunciation of ALLAH.

    Sheikh Abou described the celebrator as a man of noble character who is living a worthy life.

    “He lives a good life; a life worthy of emulation; my prayer for him is to live more fruitful years on earth with good health,” he said.

    The celebrator described the day as joyful and fruitful.

    “I am very happy; I thought I would not attain 94 years on earth,” he said.

    He decried the state of the nation, saying it is languishing in problems because the leaders refused to be selfless in their activities.

    “The only problem rocking the nation is lack of contentment and interest for selfless service to the people by our leaders; during the period of Awolowo and our past leaders, their intention was service to the masses not for their own selfish interest,” he said.

    A book, The faults of the faulters: Response to the critics of Ahamadiya as I see it, by the celebrator, was presented to the public. It is a follow-up on his book Ahmadiya as I see it, conflicts within the moment.

    In attendance were the National President of Anwarul-Islam Society of Nigeria, Alhaji Mustapha Oshodi; Justice Jinadu Yahya; former Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Federal Mortgage Bank, Alhaji Remi Onabule; Alhaja Kudirat Kekere-Ekun; Alhaji Nurein Yusuf; Alhaji Sulaiman Ibrahim and Alhaji Muftau Adisa Salau.

  • Characteristics of Technical Speech

    Welcome to the boring side of public speaking. Just kidding. It is the business side of speaking, and you know that business aims at making profit. If you can perfect the art of technical speaking, you will do well in your business, academic and other formal presentations. Last week, we defined technical speech as a speech that is designed to communicate specialised information. It is the type of speech that presents information that only the people within a particular group can understand. Today, we shall examine some of the characteristics of technical speech.

    Technical speech is unique in its nature and delivery. The very name of it betrays its level of seriousness. The following are some of its characteristics:

    •It is Informative: can you remember that we mentioned earlier that some speeches can have attributes of other speeches? Yes, this is one of them. Technical speech aims at informing its audience about a specific subject. This is done in such a way that at its conclusion, the audience knows more about the subject matter than it did at the beginning of the speech. It is true that we said this type of speech is formal and full of professional language, but if it does not communicate, the speaker will not succeed. The speaker passes across information useful to the particular people he/she is communicating with. While an ordinary informative speech can be useful to and be comprehended by any audience, the technical speech is not for everybody. For instance, if you see the advertisement of an academic conference with the theme, “New Technologies in Bio-informatics in Nigeria,” are you likely to attend? Even if attendance is free, in as much as you don’t understand what the theme means, you’d rather spend your time on something else.

    •Research based: one of the major characteristics of a technical speech is that it is research based. This is not just about the background information you gather so as to enrich your speech; the speech itself is a scientific (so to speak) report. You must have conducted an inquiry in your field and you wish to share the findings with your peers. You may be given the task of assessing the performance of your company’s products in the market. Or, you may be asked to create a new brand for the Nigerian market. For both cases (and others), you can’t just sit in your office and cook up some figures; you must actually go to the field to interact with relevant segments of the public who will provided you with the needed information. When you are done with all the investigation, you will be expected to present a technical speech on your findings. Research gives technical speech its validity.

    •The use of technical aids: though it may seem obvious, it is still important to mention that the “technical” in the name of the speech does not only refer to the complexity of the idea being discussed; it also refers to the technical assistance needed for conveying the message. Because of the nature of the speech, there is usually the need to substantiate the abstract idea being discussed. Hence, technical aids such as handouts and multi-media presentations are needed for easy dissemination of the information. The handouts are usually distributed to the audience so that they can follow the presentation and also make meaningful contribution. I’m sure you will agree with me that this does not happen in most other types of speech. Can you imagine a persuasive or an entertaining speaker distributing the text of his/her presentation?

    •There is opportunity for questions or contributions: this is one of the few types of speeches that allow the audience to ask questions from the presenter after the presentation. Because it involves sharing professional knowledge, there is also an opportunity for fellow professionals or senior colleagues to make contributions. During the Annual General Meetings (AGM) of corporations, the President of the organisation makes a presentation on the activities of the company for the past one year. The accountant also presents the financial details of the report. Copies of the reports are given to the stakeholders because these presentations are technical in nature. After listening to the speeches and carefully studying the documents, the listeners are encouraged to seek for clarification in any area that such is desired.

    •The use of statistics: this may not be compulsory, depending on the subject matter. Nevertheless, if the report is based on some research findings, there will always be need to present the data in tables and graphs. This will help the audience to easily grasp what is being discussed. Here, it should be noted that statistics should not be used for the sake of impressing the audience; rather, it should be used for the sake of simplifying the information being presented. The use of statistics in technical speech will be discussed in details subsequently.

  • Death so cruel

    The remains of the Executive Director of Tastee Fried Chicken, the popular Lagos eatery, Mr Oluwabunmi Adedayo, have been interred at Vaults and Gardens, Ikoyi, Lagos. The interment followed a funeral service at Our Saviour Church, Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos. OLATUNDE ODEBIYI reports.

    To his parents, it was the pain of losing an only child, who was so hardworking and diligent.

    To the army of youths at the funeral, it was the pain of losing a good friend, a colleague and a jolly good fellow. So, the tears came in torrents as the remains of the Executive Director of De Tastee Group, the parent company of Tastee Fried Chicken, Mr Oluwabunmi Adedayo, were buried last Thursday.

    The late Adedayo died on September 25, after a brief illness. He was 36.

    The deceased is survived by his children,Iyanuoluwayimika and Morolaoluwa; wife, Oluwayemisi and his parents, Mr Adekunle and Mrs Olayinka Adedayo.

    Friends, relatives and sympathisers, who came from within and outside the country to pay him their last respects broke down when the late Adedayo’s remains were taken out of the church after the funeral service at 12:23pm.

    The silver coffin with cream and green flower on top was conveyed in a black Escalade. It was lowered into the grave around 1:00pm at the Vaults and Gardens in Ikoyi.

    Oluwayemisi, the widow, dressed in all black, whispered inaudible words on the coffin of her husband, crying till the grave was cemented. Priests, friends and family members consoled her.

    He’s gone too soon, many said.

    Most guests wore black. Some wore T-shirts, which had the late Adedayo’s picture in front and “Forever in our hearts” written at the back.

    Members of the staff of Tastee Fried Chicken were there in large numbers. The eatery closed operation on October 2 and 3 in honour of their late director.

    At the funeral service, Rev Gbemi Olaleye and Efe Nathan (singers) sang to lift souls.

    The church choir took the hymns. Femi Band was the brigade.

    Vicar and Archdeacon of Ikoyi Ven Igein Isemede assured the people that God who hears, cares and heals would intervene in the situation.

    He urged Oluwayemisi (the widow) to take heart, saying that God is her refuge, strength and ever present help in times of trouble.

    At the wake-keep held on Wednesday, Rev John Nriama told the people that God would never forsake, abandon, hurt or leave his own.

    “God will comfort and heal our hearts,” the cleric said.

    Many were too depressed to talk to The Nation but some relatives, friends and co-workers did in tears.

    The Personal Assistant to the late Mr Adedayo, Mr Tunde Sokoya, described his death as sad. He said the late Adedayo contributed greatly to the organisation’s success. He described him as ‘’intelligent, goal achiever and a success’’.

    His best friend, Mr Yinka Adepoju described him as a man who brought joy and happiness to all.

    His cousin, Mr Mayowa Ogunnusi, said the late Adedayo was an embodiment of entrepreneurship who cherished family union.

    A worker in the Quality Control Department of Tastee Fried Chicken, Mrs Olawepo Ololade, said the late Adedayo lived a simple life, adding that he was a man for all. “He had human feelings, very humble and down to earth,” Mrs Ololade said.

    A relative, Mr Yisa Saheed, said the late Adedayo was gentle, generous and had a listening ear.

  • Nigerian designer for Skywalk fashion show

    Nigerian designer for Skywalk fashion show

    Helen Apreala, a Nigerian born international designer will on November 1 take part in the world highest catwalk at the Grand Canyon Skywalk, on the Colorado River, United States.

    The open air catwalk will feature an exquisite combination of Haute Couture and Prêt-à-Porter collections from America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.

    Spanish artist Diego Cortizas is bringing his bold colours of red, yellow, and green to the grand catwalk.

    Expressing abstract creativity, Russian sensation Lidia Demidova is combining texture and shapes based on the laws of geometry.

    On a softer side, Portuguese fashion house Joana Montez and Patricia de Melo will focus on the usage of multiple layers, light materials, transparency, and floral designs. Lebanese Haute Couture designer Ziad Nakad will demonstrate a captivating fusion of material and colours while celebrating simplicity and sophistication.

    In the handbag sector, Hong Kong luxury leather brand Homanz is blending contemporary and classic style with a unique twist. Other participating brands are Nigerian pride Helen Apreala, Russian talent Polina Raudson, German artist Nina Athanasiou, and U.S’ very own creative brand Intrepid By Ao’c.

    Jessica Minh Anh, Director of J Model Management has gained exclusive permission to host her phenomenal catwalks at some of the most outstanding venues around the world. The young director has continuously redefined modern fashion show standards at the incredible speed of three shows per year in different continents.

    This time, she chose the famous Grand Canyon Skywalk. “This time, I want to go all the way to the sky. Challenges motivate me. The element of surprise empowers me. I cannot wait to present ‘the perfect

    catwalk,’” said Jessica Minh Anh.

    But what makes the upcoming J Autumn Fashion Show really special, is that it celebrates the rise of the young generation who make dreams a reality. With a vision to go beyond imagination, model and entrepreneur Jessica Minh Anh is bringing high fashion to the Eagle’s point on November 1. And she has picked Nigeria’s Apreala to join her in the phenomenon.

     

     

  • Omoni Oboli eulogises Deji Falae on his birthday

    Omoni Oboli eulogises Deji Falae on his birthday

    Top flight Nollywood actress yesterday took to her twitter handle to mourn one of the victims of the ill-fated flight of Thursday,October 3, Deji Falae who would have added a year October 9.
    It was in the indeed a heartfelt message that caught the attention of other sympathizers who couldn’t hold back the urge to reply with comments, consoling the actress as well as families of the deceased.

    Omoni in her message said, “Death took you Deji, a few days to your birthday. God knows best. Father you are worthy of our praise.

    Happy Birthday! RIP! Forever in our hearts. In another tweet the actress said, “Happy birthday Deji, you would have been a year older today. We remember you dear friend. RIP!
    No sooner had the actress dropped those lines, than she started receiving replies to her tweets. One of them reads, “It’s really sad but I believe God has a reason…May the family and friends be comforted in Jesus Name”Dear friend. RIP.  You would have been a year older today.

  • Terry G survives robbery attack

    Terry G survives robbery attack

    Hip hop singer Terry G, also known as GZUS, was recently attacked by armed robbers on his way to perform at an event.

    Sources close to the singer disclosed that he was not harmed, but made away with some of his valuables including, phones, money, and jewellery among others.
    “We tried to keep it secret, but we have to say it out now! GZUS was attacked on Sunday by heavily armed robbers on his way to an event, we thank God they just collected his valuables.
    “Though they later recognized him, but they did not return the valuables. We thank God for life, protection and guidance,” the source said.