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  • Del Hotel to host ‘The Godillac Experience’

    Del Hotel to host ‘The Godillac Experience’

    Afrobeats artiste, Godillac will on Sunday June 4 hold the maiden edition of his annual All White Party tagged “The Godillac Experience’.

    The event which is billed to hold at Del Hotel and Suits, Council, Ikotun, Lagos promises to be an unforgettable experience according to the ‘Maye’ crooner.

    ‘The Godillac Experience’ will be the singer’s first official sole concert where he would be performing with a live band to serenade fans and industry executives in attendance.

    Speaking on the upcoming event, ‘Idan’ as he is fondly called assures attendees of an unforgettable experience.

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    “The all white party has been properly planned and we are ready to take Alimosho by storm on Sunday,” said Godillac.

    “I’ve headlined a lot of concerts in and outside Nigeria but this is different. As the title says, it’s solely for Godillac and my special fans and supporters. I want my fans and supporter to feel my musical prowess in another level, it’s going to be a show like never before.

    “Big shout out to the chairman of Twins Faja Nigeria limited, Otunba Bayi Otunola for his immense support towards this concert. He’s been a father from day one. Also a big shoutout to all my fans who believe in my craft till date. Glory days are here.”

  • The spa helps me relax and rejuvenate

    The spa helps me relax and rejuvenate

    ADEBISI Odeleye is a beauty entrepreneur, founder Moore Organics and President of Moore Empowerment Foundation. In this encounter with Yetunde Oladeinde, the alumni of Morley College, London where she studied Embroidery design and Cosmetic Science opens up on the things she does to maintain her beautiful skin and look good all the time. “I would say that the secret of looking good is having a disciplined skincare routine”, she replied.

    Some of the other things she does regularly include “having proper exfoliation, eating more greens and veggies with a sprinkle of contentment”.

    She also talked about the importance of visiting the spa and its advantages. “Ideally it should be quarterly visits to the Spa but I haven’t created time in the year yet. This is because of my schedule but hope to get right on it. Going to the spa helps me to relax and rejuvenate while staying in tune with my body”.

    One therapy that has proven to be very useful for her is having regular massage.

    “Massages tell a lot about the body, the tension area and sensitive points”.

    Next, Odeleye goes on to talk about having a great skin and the things she does to pamper your skin. “For the face, I start with using Moore Organics honey and tea tree black soap. Then I use Facemask, then after about 10mins I rinse off and apply toner, moisturizer and sunscreen”.

    She continued: “After a long day, I usually soak myself in the bath tub with drops of lavender essential for 15mins – 30mins then apply Moore relax body oil. This helps the nerves to calm down”.

    Eating right has always been her watchword. This naturally guides Odeleye on the things to avoid in her diet. “In my diet, I try as much as possible to reduce overcooked vegetables, fresh milk. This is because personally it causes inflammation and spikes up breakout on my face”.

    Ask what she won’t you do in the name of fashion and Odeleye respond this way: “I will not wear anything I am not comfortable in. I have a shoe that is about 6”inches. I wore it for just 10 mins and haven’t worn it again. Comfort comes first for me”.

    Now, she goes on to talk about her favourite products and Make-up artist. “My favorite African skincare brand is Moore Organics, while Elizabeth Arden is my favorite International brand. My favorite makeup artist is @tobibhanks”.

    Keeping fit with a great exercise routine is something she does not joke with. “I love skipping and meditating. I don’t know if that counts as an exercise routine. Long walks in a calm estate are also one of my favorite exercise activities”.

    You want to know her favourite hairdo and she replies this way: “My favorite do hairdo is braids and Ghana weaving. This is because it is versatile, easy to manage and restyle when necessary”.

  • Halima’s TOP TEN

    Halima’s TOP TEN

    Sexy Nollywood actress, Halima Abubakar, is a delight anytime. She tells Atanda Sheriff her favourite things

  • ADENIKE OPEBI: My parents were singers and they inspired me

    ADENIKE OPEBI: My parents were singers and they inspired me

    Adenike Opebi is singer who is inspired by the desire to touch lives and inspire women and the younger ones to conquer their environment. In this interview with Yetunde Oladeinde, she opens up on the challenges whilst growing up, losing her mum at a very tender age  as well as getting inspired growing up with parents who are talented and passionate about music.

    Tell us about the new things that you are working on at the moment?

    I am working on the launching of my album titled Awesome God.It’s hasn’t been easy but God has shown us mercy . I actually started out as a chorister with the C and S Praying Band, Ogo Oluwa, Shogunle in Lagos some years ago and I mst say that it has been an awesome journey so far.

    The message in my album is meant to sooth, comfort and assure everyone that there is hope and

    Deliverance. This is possible only if they repent and accept the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

    Tell us about some of the memorable moments in your life and career?

    There have been a lot of memorable moments in my life. I have also faced numerous challenges but the Lord has always proven Himself on each occasion.

    One of this was when my mother died.

    She died quite early at about 45 years of age.

    Her death left me with a huge responsibility. As her first child I was saddled with the responsibility of taking care of my younger sister, who was barely three and half years old then because our father, the late Baba Aladura of C and S Unification Church of Nigeria, His Eminence Abel Olujimi Akinsanya was always away from home due to his very demanding schedule as the Spiritual Head of The Praying Band of C and S, Ijo Ogo Oluwa.

    My mother’s death came as a rude shock to me because I was very fond of her. She died right in my presence 37 years ago, December 21, 1983 to be precise.

    So the month of December, to me is a month of mixed fortune, one because its the month of my birth, 30th and a month I lost my mother who was in her late 40s when she was snatched away by the cold hands of death.

    Her death taught me how to be independent.

    During her short sojourn on earth, my mother taught me to be faithful, disciplined, forthright, hardworking and above all, she instilled the fear of God in me.

    What are the other challenges encountered?

    The other challenge for me would be delay in child bearing.I had my first child immediately after marriage but had to wait for 10 whole years to get a second child and another four again to get a third and fourth child.

    That was not all. I also lost millions into plank business at Oko Baba, Ebute Meta.

    I remember that as a newly married young woman, I invested into plank business with the support of my husband and my step mother. The business was doing fine until one day when all my investments were blown away with a storm that washed off all the planks. That was how I left the business for good.

    I then delved into poultry business, selling chicken and eggs but again, that went down the drain because of circumstances I cannot explain.

    What inspires the things that you do?

    My late mum and dad were my major sources of inspiration. They instilled in us discipline and commitment to the things of God.

    Both were good singers. I took after my mother who was a member of the church choir. So I can confidently say that I inherited the talent from them. In fact, music runs in our family. My elder brother, Kayode was a member of Ebenezer Obey’s band in the 60s and 70s.

    I must also appreciate the role of my husband, Hon. Gbenga Opebi. He has always been there for me too. He encourages me to move on and actually contributed a lot to make this event possible.

    Tell us about the making of your new album Awesome God?

    Awesome God was a revelation. The album was put together and billed for launching early in the year but had to be put on hold due to the outbreak of Covid 19 pandemic.

    Just when we were putting our acts together again, #Endsars protest took the centre stage thus pushing the launching till now.

    What are the other things that occupy your time?

    I am a lady of many parts.I am a professional wedding and engagement handler, popularly known as Alaga iduro/ijoko. I am also the President of the National Council of Women Societies Oshodi, Isolo & Ejigbo,

    Covid 19 Ambassador, and a member of WARDC , Women Advocate Research and Documentation Center.I have attended a lot of Workshops, seminars and trainings in various fields.

    Tell us about the people that you admire?

    I give kudos to our elders, fathers and mothers in the field like Evang. Bolanle Are, Evang. Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi amongst others. They have all done very well to set the pace for us to follow.

    I equally admire anyone who believes and serves the Lord and equally believe in themselves,those who are not given to frivolities.

    What was the turning point in your life and career?

    My story changed when I became closer to God. The more I devoted time, the more my story changed for the better. Only God gives everlasting joy and I am grateful that I’m enjoying His mercies.

    What advice do you have for the younger ones?

    They should get closer to their maker, trust and obey His commandments. They should also avoid falling for negative influences from peers by believing in themselves that they have a better tomorrow. I advise them not to be conformed with the world.

    They should also devote quality time to their studies,

    I say this because to make headway in life, even in music, they need to take their education more seriously so as to have something to fall back on in future.

    Upcoming gospel artistes should consecrate themselves to the profession they have chosen and respect our elders.

  • Who will help Seun Egbegbe?

    By Olushola VICTOR

    Filmmaker, Seun Egbegbe, has become a forgotten man, and everyone has moved on like he never existed.

    When Egbegbe’s trouble started, his ex-girlfriend, actress Toyin Abraham, was not even pregnant. She now has a child, yet Egbegbe is still in prison. The socialite has spent 31 months in jail due to inability to perfect his bail conditions.

    In February 2017, he was arraigned by the police for an alleged fraud involving N39 million; $90,000 and £12,550. It was learnt that the N5 million bail bond was yet to be paid neither have any sureties come for him.

    Justice Oluremi Oguntoyinbo of the Federal High Court had ruled that the filmmaker be granted bail once he met requirements.

    The conditions were that one of the sureties must be a civil servant who had attained level 16, while the other surety must be a landowner in any part of Lagos metropolis. The landowner must submit a Certificate of Occupancy for the landed property, while the civil servant must submit his international passport to the court.

    Also, the sureties must swear to an affidavit while the house and office addresses and a telephone number will be

  • Gani Adams causes side talks

    By Olushola VICTOR

    When the National Coordinator of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC), Aare Gani Adams, arrived at the venue of the installation ceremony of Chief Kessington Adebutu as the new Odole Odua, he ignited a buzz of conversation. For certain reasons, people were shocked he honoured the event.

    The gist there was that he is not on good terms with some traditional rulers; so, he might have wanted to avoid a direct meeting with them. But the Aare was cheerful with everyone and celebrated with Adebutu.

    It is a known fact that Adams has engaged in public confrontations with certain traditional rulers in Yorubaland. Worth mentioning is his feud with the Olugbo of Ugboland, Oba Obateru Akinruntan.

    The Aare wasn’t pleased with the Olugbo for declaring that he was the highest Oba in Yorubaland and crowning Yoruba Obas in Diaspora. Since then, there has been a cold war of sorts between the parties.

  • Lagos First Lady apologises

    Olushola VICTOR

    Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, wife of Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is aware that she might have wronged certain people since she became First Lady of the state, and she has tried to mend fences.

    At the 19 National Women’s Conference organised by Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) held at Eko Hotel and Suites on Tuesday, Sanwo-Olu used the occasion to appeal to everyone she had offended.

    Admitting that she was still learning the ropes, she said she was sorry if she been too harsh with members of COWLSO. She also apologised for not picking calls of some women leaders, begging all to be patient with her.

    According to her, she didn’t think her husband would be the first citizen of Lagos, so everything is still new to her.

    Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State and Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State honoured the women’s event.

  • Funke Egbemode gets initiated

    By Olushola Victor

    Seasoned journalist and immediate past Managing Director of New Telegraph, Funke Egbemode, has finally been initiated into another world for a good cause.

    On Thursday, she was among the 34 commissioners and advisers sworn-in by Governor Gboyega Oyetola of Osun State.

    Egbemode, who was sworn-in as the Commissioner for Information, commended the governor for the opportunity to serve. She said: “We will not disappoint you. We will put in our very best to support the administration and uplift the standard of living of the people of the state.”

    Earlier in the year, Egbemode was re-elected President of Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE).

  • Fani-Kayode’s goes low-key for 59th birthday

    By Olushola Victor

    With his means, former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, could afford to shut down Abuja for his 59th birthday celebration. But he opted for a quiet celebration with his family members and close friends.

    Social Circuit learnt that he had the birthday celebration at his Abuja home. Morning of his special day, a prayer session led by Pastor Bayo Oladeji, Pastor Emmanuel Omata and Pastor Emmanuel Magba, was observed. Later in the day, some friends visited and there was a private lunch.

    The celebrant, who also had an amazing time with his pretty wife, Precious, and children, was thankful to God for the gift of life.

    Popularly known as FFK, the politician and lawyer was born in Lagos on October 16, 1960. He was a Special Assistant on Public Affairs to President Olusegun Obasanjo for three years. He was later appointed Minister of Culture and Tourism before assuming the position of Minister of Aviation from November 7, 2006, to May 29, 2007.

  • Oluwaseyi Adetayo: The solution to our security challenges is within

    Oluwaseyi Adetayo is a security consultant of repute and regional vice president, ASIS International Region 11A. In this interview with Yetunde Oladeinde, he recalls how a dream he had as a young man inspired him to seek employment with the DSS. He also talks about the things that motivate him, challenges in the sector and more.

    What or who inspired you to go into the security sector?

    For me, it was divinely led. I could remember while growing up, I had this intuitiveness, especially along solving security-related issues. However, I was divinely led by God through a dream I had 20 years ago. My obedience to follow that dream changed everything for me. Let me share an insight into this so that you will understand when I said God led me. I was a fresh graduate when I dreamt and saw myself at the boarding gate of an international flight. While others before me presented their international passport to the airline and security agents for boarding clearance, I saw myself presenting DSS identity card and to my surprise I was cleared and allowed to board. When I woke up, I remembered the dream and it became clear to me that God had just told me that my passport to the world is the DSS.

    I went to the DSS office the following week and two weeks after, I was selected for enlistment without knowing anyone in the DSS or asking for help from any mortal. God prepared everything for me right from the revelation up till my enlistment, commissioning and voluntary retirement and subsequent engagement into the corporate security world.

    What are some of the things you have done?

    I have in my own little way contributed to the growth and development of the security sector. Aside my contributions while in the intelligence service which most of it are still governed by the official secret act, I have served in several groups and committees including the Technical Committee of the Lagos State Security Summit responsible for producing the 25-year security master plan for Lagos State. I contributed to various government security policies and actions in various capacities including development of working documents for the training and regulation of private security at the instance of the NSCDC and the committee on Bondsmen and Recovery of Recognisance Law by the Lagos State judiciary.

    I am currently the vice president (West and Central Africa), ASIS International. I had before then served as the Lagos Chapter chairman of same professional body which is the largest security professional body in the world. I have been able to initiate so many developmental programmes which have earned me accolades, awards and recognition both from government and private organisations and bodies.

    What were you doing before this?

    This is all I have been doing since I graduated from school. I have since attained several other academic feats ever since, including masters in Legal Criminology and Security Psychology from the University of Ibadan. I am a fellow of the Institute of Security, Nigeria (FISN), Fellow, Nigeria Institute of Industrial Security (FNIIS), Board Certified Professional Investigator (PCI) by ASIS International, Certified Security Specialist (CSS) by NIIS, Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) certified under the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) ISPS Code guidelines by MUSK, United Kingdom. I also have certificate in CISCO network security and administration at UTL Technologies, Bangalore, India.

    Let’s talk about some memorable moments in the sector

    I have had the rare privilege of enjoying unequalled memorable moments in my career both when in government and the private sector. The most recent is the successful hosting of the 2019 African Security Conference in Port Harcourt. It was a big moment not for only me but for all of us in the industry. It marked a new dawn in government and private collaboration in security discuss and policy formulation. We have already started seeing the fruits of that conference and we are not resting until we achieve our goals.

    The keynote speaker, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, GCON, GCFR and former president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, succeeded in setting the right tone for the security discussion at the conference. I am already looking forward towards replicating similar feat next year when I will be hosting same conference in Accra, Ghana.

    Let’s talk about life as regional vice president of ASIS International

    It’s been a bit challenging but made enjoyable every bit. The support I continue to get from all regional leaders, both present and past and all chapter executives and their members. We currently have four chapters in Nigeria (Lagos, Abuja, PHC and Maiduguri). We are currently working on two more in Nigeria before the next conference, which is Kaduna and Warri chapters. A new chapter, which will be known as Kumasi Chapter, Ghana, will be coming up before the end of the year, making two chapters in Ghana. So far, we have been able to build, rebuild and sustain ethics and ethical standards in security profession and most importantly, provide opportunities for career growth within the sector through continuous professional education, certifications, seminars, webinars and information sharing platform for enhancement of members’ delivery in key result areas and competence.

    What are some of the achievements of the organisation?

    So far, ASIS International is the leading and mostly recognised professional competence standard in the industry today globally. Our contribution in terms of continuous professional education in the security sector is unparalleled. We have also made important policy contributions to government all over the world and we are the loudest voice right now on Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM).

    Are there challenges?

    The fact that security is yet to attain its professional status rating, especially as it touches regulations and enabling laws is still a challenge. The truth is that we have started working along this path. I have initiated serious moves towards actualising this and more stakeholders have joined the move ment. One of such was the retreat I organised last year where I invited Chief Olusegun Obasanjo as the keynote speaker and discussant. That event helped to set the tone for all the steps we have taken so far.

    Let’s compare security in Nigeria and developed countries like the USA

    Without saying, we all know that we still have a long way to go. What we have now in terms of national security architecture can no longer sustain our growing and divergent society. We must change, albeit gradually, towards attaining a fitting and sustainable model that will speak to our security need as a nation. The level of involvement of the private security sector in national security cannot be as rewarding as it currently is in the US. Part of what must be put in place to get to that level includes new regulatory framework, standardisation and self regulation. This must take into cognisance, re categorisation and arms bearing for private security sector. I know this is a touchy area but it’s the best solution for our nation right now. I quite agree that it requires careful study and implementation but the result or outcome will be greatly rewarding for us as a nation.

    What are some of the changes that you would like to see in the sector?

    One key area of achievement we are looking forward to right now is having a unified umbrella. ASIS International which is a global association has been playing that role, but the truth is that we must have a home-grown institution that unifies us as a profession and professionals. We have started our move towards achieving this and I have also had conversation with the top leadership of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) including its current commandant general. I must say that they are partner in progress even though we are yet to agree on few areas of its implementation.

    If you had to advise government about the insecurity challenges that we are experiencing, what would it be?

    Look inward! That’s my advice. The solution to our security challenges lives right with us. We are endowed with all resources both human and material to face it headlong and win.

    What are some of the things that you treasure most in life?

    Relationship. My relationship with God, my family and people is what I treasure most. How much impact I make in people’s lives matters to me and how much I make God proud of me every day.

    How do you relax?

    I love to spend that time with my family and presence of God. So it’s either I am home with wife and kids or I am in the church enjoying God’s presence.

    Can we talk about the people you admire and role models?

    I admire people who live their lives to touch other people’s lives. Sacrificial living and if you live one then, you are my role model. Pastor E. A. Adeboye, Tyler Perry, Martin Luther King Jnr. and my father.

    If you had to advise young people, what would you tell them?

    My advice is for you to dream. You have the right to dream and dream real big and work very hard with honesty and diligence to make that dream come through because there are so many people whose lives are tied to your dream. God bless you all.