Religion

Light at the end of tunnel – Reverend Ogunyebo

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By Rotimi Famakin

Federal and State governments have been called upon to urgently address the security crises posing impediments to the progress of Nigeria.

The cleric in charge, Methodist Church Nigeria, Eko tedo, Ibadan, Very Reverend Solomon Ogunyebo stated this in an interview with Radio Nigeria.

 Very Reverend Ogunyebo who explained that the security of citizens forms of one the crucial responsibilities of government to the people noted that insecurity when allowed to drag on could trigger hunger and economic retrogression as economic actors would be incapacitated to drive the economy.

The cleric, while emphasizing the need for the Oyo State government to be sensitive to the distress call of some communities in Oke Ogun over the presence of some strange individuals, said the government should fortify the security agencies in the state to adequately confront the monster.

Very Reverend Ogunyebo noted that Nigerians should continue to persevere despite the economic challenges, and intensify prayers for the country.

He expressed optimism that Nigeria will in the near future be a country to be reckoned with in the comity of nations

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Religion

Cleric Calls for Optimism Amidst Current Challenges

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By Fasilat Lawal

Nigerians should be optimistic that the current situation in the country will not persist

The Assisting Minister, Methodist Church Ekotedo Ibadan, The Reverend Ben Ajayi gave the admonition during a sermon.

The Reverend Ajayi explained that rather than being pessimistic that the country would not emerge out of the current economic challenges, Nigerians should take time to beseech God for the needed change.

The Cleric in a sermon titled The Rejected City of Nazareth, likened the nation to the Biblical city which people thought could produce nothing good.

He admonished people to continue to trust in God and stop listening to critics who condemn the nation to a hopeless fate.

The Reverend Ajayi, however, urged Leaders in the country to walk in the fear of God in order to benefit from divine guidance in order to move the country forward.

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Human Angle

Remains of Chief Kolawole Oluseye Laid to Rest

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke

The remains of a one-time Assistant Director, News and Current Affairs, Radio Nigeria, Chief Kolawole Oluseye have been laid to rest with a call on Christians to be more dedicated to the service of God and humanity.

The Bishop of the Remo Central,  the Right Reverend Joel Akinola made the call at the funeral service for the late Oluseye held at the Methodist Church, Ode Remo Circuit, Ode Remo Ogun State

In a sermon entitled  “I shall live ” the Right Reverend  Akinola enjoined wealthy individuals in the country to channel their resources to the spread of the Gospel of Christ to every nook and cranny of the society.

The bishop who urged Nigerians to desist from ill-gotten resources reminded them of being answerable to their creator on the last day and tasked people to always trust in God not minding the situation of the country at present.

Describing the late Oluseye as a dedicated servant of God, the right Reverend Akinola advised all to live a life worthy of emulation.

The Eldest son of the deceased,Dr Sunday Oluseye said his father was a disciplinarian to the core, an integrity personified with a good sense of humour.

Late Kolawole Oluseye had served in various capacities including assistant Director, News and Current Affairs,Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria in 1989 and also Member, Knight of Charles Wesley, Ibadan Chapter and Baba Ijo, Methodist Church, Oke-Ado Ibadan, Oyo State.

Late Oluseye who was born on  September 1929, died at the age of ninety-four and was survived by children, grand children and great-grand children.

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Yoruba

E tesiwaju ninu ise fun alaafia, ilosiwaju ati isokan ile Nigeria – Alufa Agba Ijo Methodist

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Won ti ro awon eeyan nile Naijiria lati tesiwaju ninu sise ise fun alaafia ilosiwaju ati isokan ile yi, nitoripe kosi orile ede miran ti won le pe ni ti won.

Prelate ijo Methodist nile yi Omowe Samuel Kanu Uche lo soro amoran yi nilu Oyo lasiko abewo re yika ijo to wa loorile ede yi.

Omowe Kanu Uche tenumo pe, bi gbogbo eeyan nile niba wa ni isokan, yo mu kori leede yi le se kangbon pelu awon akegbe re yo ku lagbaye to si sope o ye ki ijoba gbe igbese lati wojutu si gbogbo awon ipenija lori ireje, iwojumi emi oju o to fimo awon nkan tawon eeyan foju sile fun latari latoodo ijoba.

Saaju, Alaafin ilu Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, ni o ti gba alajo Prelate laafin re, to si fi idinu han lori igbese aji ka won asiwaju esin ngbe lori mimu amugburo deba ibagbepo Alafia lagbegbe naa.

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Religion

Unity of Nigeria a neccesity – Methodist Prelate

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Prelate Methodist Church Nigeria, Dr Samuel Kanu-Uche has called on Nigerians irrespective of various differences to be patient, accommodating and tolerant.

The cleric stated this while speaking with Radio Nigeria during a visit to Oyo State.

The prelate who said unity of the country was a necessity, urged all stakeholders to seek peace through dialogue.

“I want peace, I work for peace, I pray for peace. Nothing will give me joy than having peace in this country and I believe peace through gun and bomb is not good. However, peace through dialogue is the best peace. So, whatever we can do to dialogue with the young people to have peace must be done”.

Dr. Kanu-Uche also identified patriotism among citizens, as a way forward for the nation.

Adedayo Adelowo

Lifestyle

Chief Bode Akindele left indelible prints in Nigeria – Gov. Makinde

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde was a leading guest of honour at the funeral service held for late Ibadan business magnate, Chief Bode Akindele at the Methodist Church, Agbeni, Ibadan.

In a remark, Governor Seyi Makinde described late Chief Bode Akindele as a philanthropist who had left indelible mark in Oyo State as well as Nigeria.

The governor explained that the fatherly counsel he received from the late Parakoyi of Ibadan had helped to redefine his approach to Oyo State economic challenges.

In a sermon entitled: ‘Christ the Living Hope’, the prelate, Methodist Church Nigeria, His Eminence Dr Chukwuemeka Uche said Christ was the living hope that propels Christians to move closer to God.

The cleric, who lamented the prevalence of injustice, corruption and incessant killings in Nigeria, challenged court of law in Nigeria to live up to expectation, especially during election.

While commending the exemplary life of late Chief Bode Akindele, the cleric urged Nigerians to contribute to the socio economic development of of the country.

The cleric urged the children to preserve the legacies left behind by their father.

One of the sons of the deceased, Bolaji Akindele, said his father was a disciplinarian who taught them to be diligent in life.

Rotimi Famakin