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In India, on August 17, and August 18, one of the biggest professionals of Traditional Medicine in Nigeria, Dr. Mrs. Quincy Olasunmbo Ayodele will join other world experts to converge at the World Health Organization (WHO) Traditional Medicine Global Summit, co-hosted with the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India. The celebrity traditional health practitioner, consultant and researcher, who is based in Lagos, Nigeria, who has secured her place of pride in today’s health business and social big stage both locally and outside the shores of Africa, will once again have the opportunity as one of the Speaker and WHO expert to inspire the world with a successful trajectory of traditional medicine in Nigeria vis-a-vis some of the challenges. The two-day event in Gandhinagar, India will run simultaneously with the G20 Health Ministerial Meeting of India’s G20 Presidency and it will attract the biggest traditional health practitioner across the world.

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 The CEO of Quincy Wellness and Naturopathic Centre will have the opportunity to relish her audience with the salient information among many others that Nigeria has over 8,000 plant species with numerous benefits in ethno-medicine and ethno-pharmacy and it is being used either wholly or in combination with modern drugs.

 It is on record that after practicing African Traditional Medicine for the management of obesity and its associated diseases for over 30 years in Nigeria, she is the first to fully integrate Traditional Medicine into the existing Health care during Covid-19 and is currently managing an Integrated Wellness and Naturopathic facility with diagnostic clinical laboratory together with an experienced medical team, combining both traditional and orthodox medicine practices for integrated health care to many Nigerians and globally.

The top oil player and industrialist Princess Abiodun Folashade Omotade, has not just contributed to the economy of the country, she has rubbed shoulders with other highflying women across the shores of Africa.

 She has conquered her world, and her endearing personality and aura continue to catch the fancy of her admirers. Her record of incisive and vision to reshape Nigeria‘s business climate remains unequal, making her one of the few women that refused to be cowed. A major player in the energy sector whose intimidating profile dwarfs even many men in the sector. Over the years, she has been able to make a lasting statement with her innovativeness in the industry. Omotade started out as a staff of the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA. But she wanted so much more out of life and vowed not to be under anyone’s shadow. She would rather walk alone even if it would take her a long time to reach the desirable land. She pursued her ambition with abiding trust in God, determination and tenacity of purpose with her finesse and sheer artistry in the business climate.

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  The Mojibade of Egbaland holds a special place in the hearts of many across the country because of her philanthropic gestures that have raised many out of total financial misery and obscurity to relevance. She is a big philanthropist who constantly supports and uplifts the less privileged. But despite her wealth and the influence she commands in society, the successful woman does not have hair around her. She is ever willing to give her shoulders to anyone to lean on in a moment of need. She is always willing to tell whoever cares to listen that she achieved all she has through God’s grace and mercy. She is, therefore, willing to spend all on humanitarian aid.

 Last Monday, the Yeye Ajagun Fiwajoye of Ibadanland, added another year to her age. It was gathered that in her usual heart of hearts, she had her friends in a highbrow and classy restaurant in Victoria Island, Lagos, to mark the special day. Some of her friends at the simple, but classy get-together, include the CEO of Sujimoto Construction Limited Sijibomi Ogundele; Hajia Laraba Ibrahim, CEO Signal Fabrics Labake Adeola; Former General Manager Zenith Bank Olubukola Latunji; Mr Jide Agbabiaka; Hajia Tai Elemosho (Montai); Yeye Mojisola Olusoga and Mrs Modupe Jemibewon among several others.

City businessman and head honcho of  A&A Consortium Gambia Limited, Asiwaju Azeez Oladapo, aka Nino has recently joined the league of important dignitaries, who can attach the affix (Dr.) to their name.

This was made possible as the Real estate and energy investor was awarded an honorary doctorate degree in public service by European-American University via its affiliate in Nigeria.

The conferment event held in Lagos last weekend at the NACA House on Jobi Fele Way, Ikeja, was well attended by friends, family and associates, who converged to watch him being decorated by the institution for his contribution to the nation’s economy as a seasoned entrepreneur and also a consummate businessman in Nigeria and the Gambia.

At the same event, Legacy Forum Magazine awarded him another honour of outstanding achievement in human capital development, service to humanity and philanthropy. 

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Meanwhile, honorary degrees are academic degrees for which a university (or other degree-awarding institution) waives the usual degree requirements of writing a thesis.

The degree is often conferred as a way of honouring a distinguished person’s contributions to a specific field or to society in general.

Azeez, who owns one of the biggest lounges in Gambia, is also known for his exploitation in politics with his involvement in the political happenings in his Agege constituent where he grew up.

Senator Micheal Opeyemi Bamidele with the sobriquet MOB is a man loved by his creator as everything continues to turn in his favour.

While growing he has shown traits of greatness which he has transcended in his private career and as an astute politician.

The Ekiti-born lawyer and leader of the 10th senate is grateful to his creator for making him reach a milestone many would pay billions of Dollars to achieve. He came face to face with the grim reaper on June 1, 2018, when he was hit by stray bullets during a political adventure but his survival further cemented the fact that he is a man after God’s heart.

The senator representing Ekiti Central at the red chambers never knew how much he was loved until he announced the celebration of his 60th birthday months ago. It was at this time everyone rose to celebrate his ingenuity and his ability to maintain a friendship.

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The former commissioner for youth and sports and information and strategy in Lagos state is also an astute philanthropist who rose through the ranks politically to become a force that worked for the emergence of Senate President Godswil Akpabio.

His weeklong birthday availed his long list of friends to appreciate him as a groundswell of tributes was reeled out to compliment his contributions to national growth, buttressed how towering his stature has become in national politics. In celebration of his birthday, Bamidele kickstarted the week-long event with a book launch in Abuja, marathon praise and worship service in Ekiti which featured Tope Alabi, Yinka Alaseyori, Aduke Gold, Esther Igbekele, BJ Sax and over 20 others, the thanksgiving soiree in Lagos was headlined by King Sunny Ade, which attracted the who is who in all spheres of life as they converged to celebrate a man, whose life’s trajectory epitomises trust, loyalty, kindness, generosity and service to God and humanity.

In celebration of his birthday, he gave an account of stewardship on how he had given jobs to over 100 graduates and empowered numerous Ekiti citizens with skills ranging from poultry, piggery, baking, confectionaries and soap making.

In his capacity, he has also attracted the University of medical science to Iyin Ekiti and a Law school to Ilawe Ekiti. He also sunk boreholes to supply potable water to our people across the five councils in the area. This has reduced water scarcity, boosted access to good water and reduced incidences of waterborne diseases. He has also facilitated a total budget of N2 billion in the 2023 appropriation law for the rehabilitation of federal roads to make them motorable and reduce hardship on them.

For Bamidele his 60th birthday is not only for merry but also availed him to account for the mandate given to him by his people. The birthday boy has also vowed not to relent in his quest to give his people quality lives and also to continue to fly the flag of Ekiti high in the sky.

Those who don’t know the trajectory of Alhaji Abdulsamad Rabiu need to take a retrospect into his upbringing, teachings from his parents and that of his religion as a practising Muslim. Perhaps, sitting him down to ask questions about his humble beginning will further enlighten you on who he really is.

 While growing up, he learned the rudiments of doing business from his wealthy father Alhaji Isyaku Rabiu. And some of the things he learned which he has inculcated in his dealings are truthfulness, integrity, prudence, fidelity and the ability to play by the rules not beating the corners.

If you wonder how he was able to maintain a stellar performance on and off business, adhering strictly to the rules has made him rise above all his competitors.

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While growing up, he saw his father as an idol and a mentor. This has also helped him build his multi-billion dollar billionaire empire without extorting or milking anyone rather he has lost billions of Dollars trying to remain upright and truthful at a time when many of his peers have exploited the vulnerability of their numerous customers.

Abdulsamad would rather bear the loss than inflict pain on his customers. On several occasions, some of his competitors often fight him for not increasing the prices of his commodities at peak periods. He has been dragged on several mediums, blackmailed but he would rather do things that will be of massive favour to the general masses who are struggling in times of the biting economy.

The BUA group boss sees wealth as God-given, he believes no amount of wealth you have if you are not generous and considerate of the less privileged, the wealth is nothing but absurdity and frivolity that has no impact. That’s why he has over the years invested in generous giving and dangerous philanthropy.

In Nigeria of today, no businessman has given more than him. For a man whose business is tied around sharing prosperity among people and creating healthy competition among competitors, he has never for once amassed wealth illegitimately.

So when the news of his alleged involvement in illicit forex dealing with the central bank since 2016 started to generate buzz, many waved it off with the back of their hand because they knew it was an imaginary concoction by some ‘bloggers’ who have constantly engaged in campaign of calumny to disparage and cast aspersions on his person. Those who are afraid of his astronomic rise in the business space since he also moved up in the billionaire ranking a few weeks ago are behind the campaign of calumny. From findings, it was gathered that neither BUA Group nor Abdulsamad Rabiu received any foreign exchange allocations from the CBN during the indicated period.

It was also gathered that every forex transaction the company carried out was in compliance with CBN’s regulations. Society Rendezvous also gathered that all forex transactions by banks in 2016, were published publicly in national newspapers with records, still accessible today that provide unequivocal evidence that counters these false allegations.

A source says the author of the alleged story is notoriously known for cyberstalking and no matter how hard they go ASR is unperturbed and unruffled.

Tobi Oshile is not a greenhorn in the real estate business most especially for his strides in making long-lease housing in Lagos attractive to many.

With his business module in a bid to bridge the deficit in the housing sector, he invented the long lease to avoid paying rent for a long period.

Many who subscribe have left the shackles of paying rent annually and this has encouraged them to also plan to build their personal homes.

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While doing this, the graduate of Medical Physiology from the Olabisi Onabanjo University is not satisfied so he has finally concluded plans to bridge the gap in the housing sector with the recent launch of his Family Home project in Lagos targeted to build over 500 family homes by 2035.

The head honcho of  Surevest Properties has taken it upon himself to ensure more family homes are built in order to create a more habitable family house for those residing in Lagos. He is also looking to replicate his magic wand in the creation of his long-lease housing scheme to bring into the family housing project that will bring relief to many families in terms of owning a home with a flexible payment plan and also having all the necessary family amenities in place.

Those who moved against Ebenezer Onyeagwu‘s appointment as the Group Managing Director of Zenith Bank would be biting their fingers in regret.

This is because the man they thought was not going to perform well has now outdone himself since piloting the affairs of the bank years ago.

Under his leadership, the bank has witnessed unprecedented reforms and development. Kudos to the team playing spirit of Ebenezer who is open to innovative ideas he has ensured the bank maintains its lead among the competition and has also ensured the brand becomes a formidable one with a massive return on investment for its numerous shareholders who have also passed a vote of confidence on him.

Since he assumed office, it’s been one recognition to the other both locally and internationally for Zenith Bank. It’s an indication that the bank is doing very well in all aspects, especially in efficiency, customer relation, solution proffering and on spot customer engagement using technology. For standing tall in its quest for corporate and commercial banking, Zenith Bank Plc has been named the Best Commercial Bank in Nigeria at the World Finance Banking Awards 2023 for the third time in a row. The bank also emerged as the Best Corporate Governance Bank, Nigeria, in the World Finance Corporate Governance Awards 2023, retaining the award for a second consecutive year.

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While receiving the award at the London Stock Exchange, Dr. Onyeagwu said the awards are a testament to the bank’s resilience and ability to adapt to the vagaries of the market as well as our innate capability to engender very stellar business performances through our innovative products and solutions.

If Adedoja Sherifat Allen were to start counting her blessings, it would take forever to count because the grace of her creator in her life is quite immense.

She is one of the few media executives who has dedicated her life with a passion to the job thereby bringing new innovations into broadcasting media. While at the University of Ibadan, where she graduated with a degree in Mathematics, she never knew her path will cross the media business but providence crafted her path when she she cut her teeth in the media terrain with the British Broadcasting Corporation BBC as an accountant and Telecoms Express and later working with ARM as Funds Account Unit before her appointment as Managing director and Chief Executive of City 105.1 FM.

She has infused her touch of gold in other sectors to the growth of CITY FM, which is today one of the most sought-after lifestyle and entertainment stations on the street of Lagos.

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If she were to be a clairvoyant, she would have predicted what the future will hold but she lived life to the fullest by working hard and smart climbing the ladder of success to attain the height she is today.

Passionate about the girl child and women empowerment she has dedicated her time to mentoring young ladies on how to meet their full potential and remain solid in their endeavour. On July 30, the mother of two turned 48 and her husband Akinsola Allen didn’t fail to throw a close-knit celebration for the amazon.

The couple invited a few close friends and associates in a celebration mood to their Lagos home. It was a closed-door party where there was enough to eat and drink as the birthday girl, fitted in her lemon outfit, was seen with a smile on her face welcoming her guests. She didn’t fail to acknowledge the grace of God in her life and her mother and husband also never failed to eulogise her as a woman of virtue. According to sources, her 50th birthday in two years time will shake Lagos to its roots as plans have already kick-started.

In the pulsating heart of Nigeria’s entertainment landscape stands a figure who is not just pushing boundaries but redefining the very essence of a good time. Segun Adewumi Gabriels, affectionately known as SAG or Api Lifestyle, is at the forefront of the entertainment revolution in Africa.

As a Nigerian social entrepreneur, he’s curating a lifestyle that resonates with the dynamic aspirations of the modern world.

At the helm of Apitainment, SAG crafts experiences that transcend the ordinary. From the electric Drip City Pool Party to the opulent Nights Like This Abuja, and the transcendent Fluxx Urban Luxury Party, he’s a mastermind in orchestrating events that capture the imagination.

His canvas is a tapestry of diverse gatherings, including the exuberant Baller’s League, the captivating Carnival, and the immersive Garage Party. With a portfolio that reads like a roadmap to revelry, he’s painting the town with unforgettable moments.

Segun’s journey has been one of transition and metamorphosis.

Armed with a degree in Theatre and Performing Arts from Ahmadu Bello University, he’s embraced the unexpected. His transition from the stage to the nightlife sector has been organic, where his academic roots serve as a stage for the grandeur of his present pursuits.

However, it’s the unveiling of Tokyo Nightlife in September 2022 that marked his ascension to the throne of Abuja’s nightlife. Tokyo Nightlife isn’t just a nightclub; it’s a temple of sensations.

A co-owner of this urban sanctuary, Adewumi’s vision combines the magic of music with the allure of aesthetics, drawing a diverse audience under its spell. It’s a world where every individual feels a sense of belonging, where the experience transcends mere entertainment.

Gabriels’ narrative isn’t confined to entrepreneurship; it’s about influencing the rhythm of the night. Describing himself as a social entrepreneur, he channels his passion for social activities and entertainment into a livelihood that enriches lives.

As a nightlife influencer, his prowess lies in his ability to ignite passion, persuade patrons to partake, and infuse the mundane with an electric pulse.

SAG’s journey hasn’t been devoid of challenges, yet his determination has propelled him forward. Reflecting on the hurdles and triumphs, he humbly acknowledges the true wins—the livelihoods he’s nurtured.

Over 80 staff members find sustenance through his endeavors, a testament to his commitment to not just providing entertainment but also empowering lives by creating jobs.

Beyond the spectacle of entertainment, Segun’s personal rhythm is one of introspection and replenishment. He cherishes moments of solitude, finding solace in his bed and couch.

As a regular human being, he rejuvenates by engaging with social media, catching up on shows, and embracing the serenity of downtime.

The Tokyo Nightlife Abuja experience is one that defies explanation and beckons exploration.

Segun envisions a brand that resonates with people across diverse walks of life, transcending the conventional boundaries of nightlife.

With an ensemble of like-minded creatives, he aims to sculpt a new narrative, redefine the rules, and usher in a paradigm shift in the entertainment landscape.

Segun’s story echoes a blend of ambition, resilience, and audacity.

From an upbringing marked by modesty to a career anchored in boldness, he’s epitomizing the journey from aspiration to inspiration. His definition of success isn’t tied to material wealth; it’s about touching lives, inspiring change, and crafting moments that echo through time.

In Segun Adeyemi Gabriels, Abuja’s nightlife has found its Kingpin, and Africa’s entertainment scene has discovered a luminary who transcends trends to carve his unique groove.

As the beats of life’s music play on, he reminds us that the journey itself is the celebration, and the moments we craft along the way are the true treasures