Sunday, 20 July 2025

I'M YOUR SON, DEJI OF AKURE TELLS OONI OF IFE

The Deji and paramount rule of Akureland, His Imperial Majesty has again declared himself a bonafide descendant of Oduduwa and undoubted son of the Ooni of Ife, pledging his continued loyalty as a legacy handed him by his predecessors who had been in their different times subjected themselves to the royal supremacy of the throne of the Ooni of Ife


The Yoruba notable monarch who is a senior member of the Southern Nigeria Council of Traditional Rulers under the chairmanship of the Ooni of Ife made the declaration on Saturday during a church Thanksgiving Session marking his 10th Year Coronation Anniversary activities in Akure Ondo state.


"I'm so glad to see my father; the Ooni of Ife here today attending my 10th Coronation Anniversary as Deji of Akure Kingdom. Ooni remains the overall father of the Yoruba race,. He's the father of Deji of Akure while I remain his son that's what I inherited from my predecessors who were all loyal to the past Oonis as their fathers at different times."


"Akure today is bigger and more cosmopolitan than Ile-Ile, but Ile-Ife remains the ancestral home and traditional headquarters for the entire Yoruba race because that's the kingdom that gave birth to all the kingdoms in Yorubaland."


"I also appreciate my chairman; the Olowo of Owo who is the Chairman, Ondo State Council of Traditional Rulers. He has been here alongside my Baba; Ooni of Ife and when I walked in meeting them already seated, I felt so honoured. Baba Ooni queried me for coming after he had arrived here and I responded: "Baba, even if had been here 3 hours before me, you've only come to honour your son of course, because I'm your son, and no matter how big a son is, he remains a son to his father. So, I, Deji of Akure remains your son, and you've only come to honour your own son". Ooni declared.


It would be recalled that the same the Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi had in the year 2016 stated that only those who can trace their origins to Ile-Ife are the legitimate descendants of Oduduwa, acknowledging that whoever occupies the throne of the Ooni of Ife should be respected as the "father of the Yoruba," because they are sitting on Oduduwa's throne .


Oba Aladetoyinbo also emphasized that the throne of the Ooni of Ife represents the seat of Oduduwa, and therefore, it commands respect from all the kings in Yourubaland without  exceptions. The Deji of Akure asserted his own lineage, stating that his seat as Deji is that of Asodeboyede, a son of Ekun, who was a son of Oduduwa.

Friday, 18 July 2025

The Battle for Nigeria’s Soul: If We Leave Tinubu to Fight Alone, We All Lose By Idowu Ephraim Faleye


There’s a war raging in Nigeria, and at the center of it is a battle over who controls Nigeria’s resources, her people, and ultimately, her future. For decades, a small, powerful clique known as the Fulani oligarchy has held a tight grip on the levers of government and economy in Nigeria. But now, for the first time since the return of democracy in 1999, that grip is loosening. And that is why they are desperate to remove President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at all cost.

Since the dawn of the Fourth Republic, Nigerians across regions have consistently demanded three things—Separation, Regionalism, and Restructuring. While separation remains an emotional outcry and regionalism is a return to a former structure, the most practical and widely accepted solution is Restructuring, also known as True Federalism. The cry for restructuring is loudest not just in the South but across all corners of Nigeria—the South West, South East, South South, North Central, and even among the Indigenous Hausa people of the far North, both Christians and Muslims. The people want control over their own destinies. They want to manage their own resources, run their own governments, and determine their futures without interference from a distant central authority that has failed them for too long.


President Tinubu is the first Nigerian leader who seems genuinely committed to answering this age-old cry. From his first months in office, he has taken bold, deliberate steps toward fiscal federalism—one of the core pillars of restructuring. This means that instead of wealth being collected from productive parts of the country and redistributed according to outdated and unfair formulas, regions will now benefit more directly from their own productivity.

And this is the real reason why the Fulani oligarchy is mad. They're not just upset. They are furious. Because for decades, their power has depended on a centralized system where they could control the country’s wealth from Abuja and distribute it to maintain their dominance. They are now watching helplessly as Tinubu dismantles this system brick by brick.

One of the most significant moves President Tinubu has made is the passage of the Tax Reform Bill. For years, the population figures of states were the primary basis for revenue allocation. This meant states with little economic output but high population counts—real or inflated—got more money. But with this reform, productivity is now the standard. That changes everything. If a town like Nnewi generates revenue through manufacturing, trade, or even beer sales, a large percentage of that money stays in Nnewi. Before now, it would have been moved to states like Kano or Zamfara, which often openly reject some of the economic activities they still benefit from.


That single reform sent shockwaves through the Fulani power base. The oligarchy quickly mobilized their political foot soldiers and their governors to raise alarm and cry foul. But President Tinubu remained unmoved. The bill passed, and the system began to shift. For the first time in a long time, economic justice was beginning to take root in Nigeria. And the Fulani oligarchy was not having it.

But that wasn’t all. Tinubu began removing their control over major national institutions. The NNPC, long regarded as a cash cow for corrupt elites, was taken from their grip. The leadership of Ajaokuta Steel Company, Customs, NIMASA, the Nigerian Ports Authority, the Nigerian Mint where the naira is printed, and other key money-spinning agencies were all changed. The Fulani elite that had built political empires from these institutions suddenly found themselves unplugged from the source of their wealth.

Then came a game-changer: the establishment of the Ministry of Livestock Development. It sounded ordinary on the surface, but the implications were deep. By promoting ranching and modern livestock farming, the Tinubu administration was preparing the country to end the age-old culture of open grazing. This single act threatens the nomadic lifestyle of the Fulani, who traditionally move cattle across regions along ancestral grazing routes. Now, with laws and institutions pushing for controlled animal husbandry, that culture—and the political control it brought—is facing extinction.

Still not done, Tinubu is backing a bill that seeks to return Nigeria to regional government. A structure that decentralizes power and gives each region control over its own affairs. This is the very thing the Fulani oligarchy has resisted for decades. They do not fear competition. They fear fairness. Because they know that in a fair system, they cannot dominate. In a fair system, their hold on power crumbles. And now, Tinubu is pushing that fairness to the center of national governance.

What makes Tinubu even more dangerous to them is that he is not easily controlled. Unlike some of his predecessors from the South who were manipulated and micromanaged by Northern elites, Tinubu is his own man. He’s not bending to their demands. He’s not playing their game. And that infuriates them even more. They cannot control him like they did to others. He didn’t just talk restructuring—he is doing it.

Take the foreign reserves for instance. Tinubu inherited just $2 billion. Today, those reserves are over $45 billion. He didn’t achieve that by magic but through deliberate reforms, tough decisions, and financial discipline. For years, foreign companies like MTN and major airlines were unable to repatriate their profits due to Nigeria’s dollar shortage. Under Tinubu, those debts were cleared. The economy, slowly but surely, is being stabilized. But these achievements don’t interest the Fulani oligarchy. All they care about is that the power is no longer in their hands.

As their influence slips, they’ve resorted to dirty tactics. They have recruited failed, desperate, and overambitious politicians from the South—men and women willing to sell their people for crumbs of power. These collaborators have become the voice of the oligarchy, shouting louder than the North itself against Tinubu’s reforms. They pretend to speak for the masses, but in truth, they serve only themselves and their masters.

And then there’s Peter Obi. A man many believe represents a new hope. But let’s be honest—will he implement fiscal federalism or regionalism if given the presidency? The truth is, he won’t be allowed to. His ambition has already been conditioned. Promises have been made behind closed doors. Agreements signed. Even if Obi meant well, he would be too boxed in to make meaningful change. Besides, reports already say he accepted to do just four years for the North. In that short time, what can he change? And even if he tried, would they let him?

The battle against President Tinubu is not about corruption, performance, or leadership style. It’s about power. Raw, unchecked power that has sat in the hands of a few for too long. And now that power is slipping. It is slipping because Tinubu is breaking the chains. He is redistributing not just money, but authority, influence, and opportunity. He is returning power to the people—not just to Lagos or Yoruba land—but to every part of Nigeria that has long been sidelined. And most interestingly, the Indigenous Hausa people in the North—the true majority—are waking up to this fact.

For too long, they have lived under the rule of the Fulani elite. Their resources have been taken. Their voices silenced. Their future mortgaged for political gain. But now, they too are calling for restructuring. They too are seeing that the enemy is not the South, not the East, not even the West—but the tiny clique that has used Nigeria’s diversity as a weapon to divide and conquer.

That’s why this fight is bigger than Tinubu. It’s about the soul of Nigeria. It’s about whether a small elite can continue to dictate the fate of over 200 million people. It’s about whether true federalism will finally take root. It’s about whether regions can rise based on merit, productivity, and innovation rather than on political favoritism and tribal hegemony.

In all of this, President Tinubu stands firm. He knows what he is up against. He understands that the forces against him are not just political but systemic. But he is undeterred. He is focused. And he is moving forward.

This is why we must open our eyes. We must not be misled by propaganda and orchestrated discontent. We must see through the noise and recognize the silent revolution that is happening. A revolution that seeks to return Nigeria to its people, to its regions, to its roots.

Let us not allow enemies of progress to derail this moment. Let us not be used as pawns by those whose only interest is to continue milking the nation dry. Let us protect what is ours. Let us support a system that rewards hard work, that recognizes fairness, and that upholds justice.

Because if Tinubu fails—not because of incompetence, but because of sabotage by those afraid of change—then Nigeria fails with him. The opportunity may not come again in a long time.

We must rise. We must speak. We must stand. Not for Tinubu as a person, but for what he represents—freedom from oligarchy, justice in governance, and the beginning of a truly united Nigeria where every region thrives on its own strength and contributes to a better whole.

That is the Nigeria we’ve dreamed of. That is the Nigeria the Fulani oligarchy fears. And that is why they want Tinubu gone—at all cost. But this time, the people must choose differently. This time, we must not be silent.

Idowu Ephraim Faleye writes from Ado-Ekiti +2348132100608


Sunday, 13 July 2025

OONI COMMISERATES WITH FAMILY, SUBJECTS, YORUBA MONARCHS AS AWUJALE OF IJEBULAND DIES AT 91

The Ooni of Ife who doubles as Co Chairman, National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria(NCTRN)as well as Chairman, Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council(SNTRC) Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, D.litt. CFR, Ojaja II has received the news of the ascension of His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, CFR, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, to the hallowed realm of the progenitors.


In a press statement issued through director of Media and public affairs, Moses Olafare, Ooni Ogunwusi commiserates with late Awujale's family, subjects fellow traditional rulers from Ogun state, Yourubaland and Nigeria in general. He describes the life journey and achievement of the late Ijebu paramount ruler as a major praye point for all the reigning monarchs all over the country saying late Awujale not only succeeded in mounting the throne of forebears 64 years ago, but also resigned for 64 years on the throne making him one of the longest reigning Nigerian monarchs who also lived for 91 years on earth.

"Late Awujale was a recipient of God's race grace of mercy and favour which I always pray for and which all the monarchs in Nigeria should turn to their prayer point" 

"At a very young age, he had wanted to become Awujale, God did it for him, he had wished to live long, God did it for him by making him to die at the ripe age of 91, it was also his wish to enjoy long reign which God also gracious granted him and reigned for 64 years on the throne. He truly enjoyed God's grace uncommonly". Ooni said.

"In the sacred tradition of Yoruba kingship, Kabiyesi is not mourned, his legacy is rather celebrated. The departure of a revered monarch like Oba Sikiru Adetona, who sat gloriously on the throne of his forebears for over six decades, is the glorious return of an elephant to the ancestral plains; a homecoming to the sacred gathering of eternal kings"

"Oba Sikiru Adetona was a titan in the palace, a lion on the path of justice, and a towering symbol of courage and clarity in the service of truth, tradition, and integrity. His voice echoed far beyond the confines of Ijebuland, shaping national discourse, defending the dignity of the Yoruba race, and championing the sacred values of our cultural heritage. He was a king among kings, unyielding in principle, unmatched in wisdom, and unforgettable in presence, he was indeed a ruthlessly blunt in saying it as it is".

The Ooni of Ife describes the late monarch as "a living oracle of royal distinction, whose passage is a chapter closed in golden ink." For 64 historic years, Oba Adetona wore the crown not merely as an ornament of royalty but as a badge of responsibility, standing as a fearless patriarch of modern Yoruba identity.

On behalf of the House of Oduduwa and the entire Yoruba traditional institution, the Ooni commiserates with the Awujale Royal Family, the good people of Ijebuland,home and in diaspora, Ogun State Council of Obas, Ogun State Government and Nigerian Nation at large. 

May the immortal spirit of Kabiyesi be received with thunderous royal chants in the ancestral abode, where only kings of divine calling dwell.

Indeed, Ajanaku sun bi oke !!! 

The elephant has gone to rest like a mountain, but his footprints shall remain indelible on the sands of time.

Tuesday, 8 July 2025

CATHOLIC BISHOP LAID FOUNDATION OF CHURCH CHAPEL AT NIGERIAN NAVY SECONDARY SCHOOL, OGBOMOSO

The bishop of Oyo diocese who also oversees Ogbomosho and its environment, Most Reverend Emmanuel Adeyoyese Badejo laid foundation St. Leo Catholic Chaplaincy chapel inside Nigeran Navy chool Iresa Apa, Ogbomosho.


While speaking Most Reverend Badejo preaches on laying the foundation of every activities on Gods principles and plan as God says in His scripture which reads that except the Lord build the house , laborer ae doing in vain.The Bishop of Oyo diocese said Nigerians must take everything to God and recognized God as a foundation that that is the process of solving many crisis Nigerians are facing.

Having money, skills, special skills technocrat amounts to nothing without inviting God to what we are doing and that’s why Nigeria is at it is, we must embrace Him and acknowledge that is the only solution provider to Nigerian problems.

Most Rev. Badejo says the most important reason for having a place of worship is that God will not depart from our agenda and will also overseas whatever Nigerians, worshipers in such places are doing. He said, “if we have a place of true worship and God is involved in our plans, we will not witness all the killing, brutality, corruptions cases and all the evil doings we are seeing in our country”.

Earlier in his sermon titled “Faith in action; Building God house withing and without” reminded the congregation the spiritual benefit of unity and community service. He says the church chapel will assist the students on the right path of spirituality, laying the foot of the students of Nigerian Navy school and other children on the path of faith will be the most triumphant.

The event also witnessed the administration of sacrament of confirmation for over 75 participants who have undergone the teachings of baptism and sacrament sealing the recipient with the Holy Spirit and strengthen their commitment to Christian life.


In her words, Navy Commandant Nigerian Navy School, Iresa Apa, Ogbomosho, Captain Evelyn Egwurube says the over 75 individuals that are confirmed under the administration of sacrament will be the soldiers of Christ. “Teach your children the way of the Lord so that they can follow the will of the Lord and we are catching them young so that the teachings of Christ can sink into them and they can be agents of change and right values in the society.

On behalf of the recipients of the sacrament, Theresa Munachi and Uchendu Chimobi says they are very happy to be part of those that was administered for the confirmation of sacrament saying they have received the holy spirit withing and out just as the disciples received on the day of Pentecost and it was a privileged to witnessed such mass in their school with the attendance of the Bishop of Oyo Diocese and other senior priests withing the region.

LATE OLUBADAN IS A BEACON OF TRADITION - OONI OF IFE *Commiserate With People Of Ibadan and Government of Oyo State

It is with a deep sense of loss that the Ooni of Ife and Natural father of the entire Oduduwa race worldwide, Arole Oduduwa, Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, received the passing of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, who joined his ancestors in the early hours of Monday, 7th July, 2025.


According to Ooni Ogunwusi who doubles as the permanent Chairman of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council, in a press statement to journalists through his the news of the transition of Oba Olakulehin, coming barely two days after the celebration of his 90th birthday, has deeply saddened the entire Oduduwa race globally, saying his reign, even though it was brief, was marked by grace, wisdom, and fatherly leadership that brought peace and stability to the ancient city of Ibadan.

Oba Olakulehin was a quintessential traditional ruler whose journey to the throne reflected discipline, humility, and a lifetime of service to his people. As Balogun Olubadan, and later as Olubadan, he carried the responsibilities of his lineage with utmost dignity and unwavering dedication.

The Ooni notes with admiration the significant contributions of Oba Olakulehin to the promotion of Yoruba culture, unity among traditional rulers, and peaceful coexistence among his subjects. He remained a respected custodian of our cherished heritage till his last breath.

The Ooni recalls fondly the cordial relationship that existed between the throne of Oduduwa and that of the Olubadan during Oba Olakulehin’s time, describing him as a man of great honour, whose voice resonated with wisdom during inter-council dialogues and engagements among Yoruba monarchs.

The passing of Oba Olakulehin marks the end of an era in Ibadanland and indeed across Yorubaland. He was an exemplary king, a beacon of tradition, and a symbol of stability, whose impact will continue to be felt for generations to come.

As the Natural Head of the Oduduwa nation, the Ooni offers heartfelt condolences to the royal family of the late monarch, the Olubadan-in-Council, the good people of Ibadanland, and the entire Oyo State, particularly Governor Seyi Makinde, under whose leadership Oba Olakulehin received the staff of office in July 2024.

The Ooni prays for divine strength for the family and subjects of the late monarch at this difficult time, and he calls upon all Yoruba sons and daughters to join in honouring the memory of a man whose life epitomised service, patience, and loyalty to tradition.

As the Oduduwa race bids farewell to a royal icon, The Ooni assures the people of Ibadan that their loss is shared by the entire Oduduwa family, and that the throne of Oduduwa stands in solidarity with them during this moment of grief and remembrance.


He prays the soul of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin find eternal rest among the noble ancestors of our land, and may his journey to the great beyond be peaceful. Yorubaland will miss his voice, his wisdom, and his leadership. Orun re o, Kabiyesi.

Sunday, 6 July 2025

Commissioner Praises Governor Adeleke's Performance, Appeals for Release of LG Funds

Osogbo, July 6, 2025 — The Osun State Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Hon. Kolapo Alimi, has commended Governor Ademola Adeleke for what he described as remarkable achievements in governance as the administration approaches its third year in office


.Speaking during a media briefing in Osogbo, Alimi highlighted Governor Adeleke’s strides in ensuring security and promoting the welfare of citizens, which he said align with the constitutional responsibilities of any government.

“Let me go by the law — the main function of government is the security and welfare of the people,” he said. “Today, Osun is one of the most peaceful states in Nigeria. This is not by accident, but due to the proactive approach of Governor Adeleke.”

According to the commissioner, upon assumption of office, the administration met a significantly under-resourced Amotekun corps with only 300 personnel. However, the governor approved the recruitment of an additional 1,150 operatives, bringing the total to 1,450, who have now been deployed across the state to boost security.

On civil service welfare, Alimi stated that the administration reversed the stagnation in staff promotions and training. “We approved long-overdue promotions and also facilitated training opportunities for civil servants. Governor Adeleke has also approved car and housing loans for workers, and these are already being disbursed.”

He noted further that the state has nearly completed the payment of outstanding half salaries owed civil servants during the Aregbesola administration. Retirees are also receiving their bonds, he added.

The commissioner revealed that out of a ₦2 billion allocation from the federal government, part of the funds was used to refurbish the Imole Buses — initially introduced during the Aregbesola era — for student transportation. The rest was used to enroll inmates into a health insurance scheme, granting them access to free healthcare.

On infrastructure, Alimi said the Adeleke-led administration has completed numerous intra-city roads in Osogbo, Ede, and other parts of the state, while ensuring that each local government benefits from at least 1.5km of road projects. He listed major projects, including a flyover in Ile-Ife, a dual carriageway in Ilesa from the Owa Obokun’s palace, and an ongoing flyover at Oke-Fia in Osogbo.

“In education, we have built several classrooms and taken steps to improve the welfare of teachers,” he said.

Alimi also accused the federal government of withholding local government allocations in the state, stating that the state government has been using its own resources to pay salaries of local government staff, primary school teachers, and traditional rulers.

He called on the federal government to urgently release the withheld funds to enable the state to do more for its people. “We appeal to the federal government to release the local government allocation to Osun so we can continue to enhance the welfare of our people,” he concluded.

Wednesday, 2 July 2025

Shonekan diligently served British commercial interest in Nigeria - Satguru Maharaj Ji

Founder Of One Love Family and the Living Perfect Master, Satguru Maharaj Ji in this interview, spoke about his relationship and encounter with former military president of Nigeria, Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida, Late General Sani Abacha, Abel Ubeku, Ernest Shonekan among many salient issues. Excerpts:


Can we go back to the Abel Ubeku angle? What was the plan? It really sounds strange that Abel Ubeku was to be made interim President of Nigeria. 



What is strange about it? If you can recall, there was a clamour for the entry of fresh persons into the political high-echelon of Nigeria. Nigerians wanted a non-politician to preside over the country after IBB's exit. They were of the opinion that Nigerian politicians are poor managers. 


They wanted someone who has successfully managed competitive institutions. I bought the idea and opted for Abel Ubeku after I equipped him with Divine Knowledge.



What happened next? 



What happened next? Abel Ubeku embraced the idea but after his British friends played on his intelligence and ego, he backed out of the offer. 



What does Maharaj Ji actually mean by saying that Abel Ubeku's British friends played on his intelligence? 



You see, while black man is busy stuffing his pockets with money and consuming anything, everything produced outside Africa, Europeans are continuously consolidating or reinforcing their racist, anti-Africa games. Abel Ubeku was an Oxford University graduate. You know, a typical African who graduates from a top or from an Ivy League University in the Western world gets ego-swollen. He feels big, very special and on top of the world (laughs). So, basically, Abel Ubeku traveled to London and while there, he told some of his fellow Oxford graduates of his decision to step in as Nigeria's Interim President. The clever British guys, knowing what was coming for Nigeria based on Maharaj Ji's backing of Ubeku, convinced Abel Ubeku into believing it was an abomination for an Oxford graduate to be involved in a military government. Ubeku fell to their psychological game and returned to Nigeria to tell Maharaj Ji he was no longer interested.



Really? 



Ah! My friend, I am telling you the plain, undiluted truth. The IBB guys on their part were also shopping for a non-politician. They settled for Ernest Shonekan. If Abel Ubeku had not backed down, IBB and his goons would not have been able to plant Shonekan in Abuja as Interim President of Nigeria. With Maharaj Ji backing Ubeku? Their Shonekan idea wouldn't have sailed through. Their Shonekan option would have failed.



So, Shonekan not having Maharaj Ji's backing made it possible for General Abacha to topple Shonekan. Right? 



My friend, do you think IBB and his gang would have allowed Ernest Shonekan to get close to Maharaj Ji? Those guys? I told you earlier about a standard diabolical practice of Northern political elites. IBB felt comfortable having Shonekan as Interim President. He had a plan. Abacha was not naive as to the said diabolical practice of the North's political class. Shonekan diligently served British commercial interest in Nigeria like Ubeku did. However, Ubeku was equipped with Divine Knowledge by Maharaj Ji, Shonekan wasn't. So, Shonekan was spiritually vulnerable. That Abacha successfully ejected Shonekan from power is consistent with the fact that Shonekan was highly vulnerable to the feudal North's political diabolism.



(laughs) So, if Abel Ubeku had been Interim President, General Sanni Abacha would not have been able to seize power from him. Is that what Maharaj Ji is saying? 



Darkness cannot quit Light! Anybody who is in Light and is subjugated by darkness has himself to blame, not the Light, I am saying that he or she who is in Light can be compromised by darkness only if he or she allows it. Divine Knowledge has three basic and very powerful practical constituents. If you adhere to them as taught or as instructed by Maharaj Ji, nobody can mess you up! Who is that person?!



Did Abacha become friend to Maharaj Ji after he seized power from Shonekan? 



No. Abacha had been relating with Maharaj Ji long before that.



Will it then be correct to say that Abacha's closeness to Maharaj Ji made it possible for him to become Head of State? 



Interesting. You see, My service to humanity is divine and, I must add, selfless. This person talking to you was chosen and literally subdued to embody The Supreme Source, The Supreme Spirit of Life known as Maharaj Ji in Sanskrit Language — the first and the most powerful language spoken by man. So, Maharaj Ji is like the non-subjective, non-judgmental and emotionless Sun that shines on all — the good, the bad, the ugly. When you visit Maharaj Ji, you cannot leave the same way you came. Some level of empowerment happens but not comparable to what one gets when equipped with Divine Knowledge. So, yes, Maharaj Ji's grace rubbed-off on Abacha and he chose to use it to evict IBB's implant (laughs).



So, what actually happens when Maharaj Ji's equips someone with Divine Knowledge?



Ah! Maharaj Ji literally fills you up with Maharaj Ji. The Light of all possibilities vibrating in the person sitting before you at His highest creative frequency is basically transferred into you. It is fully supplied to your soul and deeply etched in it, making you something beyond human and beyond military! I am talking about receiving Divine Knowledge from Satguru Maharaj Ji, not from any of the Eastern and Western hemispheric sources bearing all manner of names from Maharashi to Maharishi to Maharaja.



What's the difference? 



There is a very big difference between a manual transmission car of limited functional-range and an automatic transmission automobile of unlimited operational capacity. Do you get it?



I think I do. I will get back to that later.


Okay. 



After General Abacha toppled Ernest Shonekan, did he maintain relations with Maharaj Ji?



Yes, he did. Abacha had high regard for Maharaj Ji. It so happened that he was confronted by adverse forces from multiple fronts. And as someone who was not equipped with Divine Knowledge, he was overwhelmed. 



Abacha overwhelmed?



Yes, he was. General Abacha was overwhelmed. It was common knowledge that he had a failing health. He was sick. There were the international forces of sabotage and attrition; the so-called pro-democracy activists being funded by Western governments through serpentine proxies; ambitious and disgruntled military gangs and several others. Abacha had a lot on him.



So, why was he clinging on to power? Why was he killing people who criticized or challenged his grip on power?



Abacha actually wanted to retire from the office of Head of State. He wanted to and he meant it. We had repeated interactions on the question of relinquishing power. General Abacha wanted to hand Nigeria over to a safe and trusted hand. He didn't want Nigeria handed over to rascals, to corrupt politicians and their likes.



Is Maharaj Ji talking about the same Abacha who ordered the murder of Kudirat Abiola and the one who kept Chief MKO Abiola in detention for reasons bordering on his desire to secure his grip on power? Is Maharaj Ji referring to another Abacha?



(laughs) If I ask you who killed 'kpekelemess' — Chief Adelabu, you most likely will go on a long tale and end-up either not knowing who did or mentioning the wrong name. You see, there are tons of things that happen in the corridors of power that; with due respect, ordinary citizens don't know about. The press, most often than not, tells the masses what they — the journalists, think is the truth or what they have been paid, cajoled or threatened to narrate. There are many big games played up there o! If you know the real deal about the killings that happened in the Abacha years, you certainly will not tie all of them to Abacha. I am not saying Abacha was innocent or a saint though? For example, there was a period in this country when Maharaj Ji was announced to the world as a murderer, a cannibal, a blood-sucker and a hypnotizer. At least, you have been here several times and you have not been eaten. Lies! Lies! Lies! Everywhere lies!


Maharaj Ji 



IBB, June 12 and Beyond June 12 


(Part 2)  To be continued...


        

LASG Deepens Strategic Partnerships to Accelerate SDGs Implementation

— Stakeholders Pledge Support at High-Level Breakfast Meeting


In a bold move to fast-track inclusive development, the Lagos State Government has strengthened its commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by hosting a high-level Breakfast Meeting with key stakeholders across sectors.

The event, themed “Accelerating SDGs Through Strategic Partnerships,” held at the Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi, was convened by the Office of Sustainable Development Goals and brought together a distinguished mix of diplomats, development partners, civil society actors, private sector leaders, and government officials.

In his keynote address, the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, represented by the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Mr. Tolani Sule, emphasized the vital role of partnerships in achieving the SDGs. He noted that the State has strategically aligned its development blueprint—THEMES+ Agenda—with the global goals, integrating social inclusion, gender equality, and youth empowerment as core policy pillars.

“Lagos is building a resilient and sustainable city where no one is left behind,” he said. “Our THEMES+ Agenda prioritizes the key elements needed to advance the SDGs—education, digital innovation, green economy, and transportation.”

Highlighting recent milestones, he mentioned the completion of the Blue Rail Line, progress on the Red Line, and the integration of technology into education. He called for greater involvement of all sectors in the SDGs, describing them as a shared mission rather than a government-only responsibility.

“The SDGs require synergy among academia, civil society, the private sector, and development agencies. We must mobilize blended finance, harness innovation, and empower grassroots change-makers to turn bold ideas into scalable impact,” he stated.

Also speaking at the event, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on SDGs, Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to the 2030 Agenda. She acknowledged the nation’s progress in poverty reduction, gender equality, and education access, but highlighted the significant setbacks caused by global crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic and regional conflicts.

“These crises have disrupted our systems and strained national resources. If we must meet the SDGs by 2030, intensified collaboration and investment are non-negotiable,” she warned.

She further revealed that Nigeria will present its third Voluntary National Review (VNR) at the United Nations in New York this July, describing it as an opportunity to showcase localized strategies that are working.

Commending Lagos for its exemplary leadership, Orelope-Adefulire described the state as a model for subnational SDG implementation. “Lagos has become a benchmark for how subnational governments can drive SDG impact using data, innovation, and inclusive partnerships,” she said.

In her welcome address, the Special Adviser to the Governor on SDGs, Dr. Oreoluwa Finnih, described the breakfast meeting as a platform for co-creation and impact-focused dialogue. She emphasized the importance of transitioning from conversation to action.

“The true measure of our progress is in how we shift from dialogue to delivery. We are co-creating programs that directly shape lives across the state,” she said. “Our office remains committed to serving as a convener, connector, and catalyst for sustainable development.”

Dr. Finnih acknowledged the unique development context of Lagos and stressed the need to adapt and scale the SDGs in line with local realities. She called for renewed collective commitment to translate policy into practical, life-changing interventions.

A key highlight of the meeting was the collective pledge by all stakeholders to support Lagos State’s efforts in accelerating SDG implementation and ensuring resilient outcomes for all.

Attendees included members of the Body of Permanent Secretaries, Director-Generals and General Managers of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), Consular Generals, development partners, private sector leaders, academia, and philanthropists.

The meeting marks another major step by Lagos State in institutionalizing sustainable governance practices and creating inclusive partnerships that deliver long-term development impact.