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  The Permanent Secretary/Inspector General of Education, Oyo Zone, Dr. Tunde Aremu has Charged National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS) to pay their statutory revenue to the State Government cover as at when due. He stated this during a free seminar organized for the Head of private schools in Oyo zone with Theme "How to Grow Private Schools Business" held at Olivet Baptist High School, Oyo. Dr. Aremu said the free seminar was organized for the Proprietors of Private Schools to grow their businesses. He added that when their businesses are grown it will be easier for them to pay their statutory revenue into government purse. He said "when their economic status improves, the resources that are available would be used for their general well being and contributed meaningfully to the State Internal Generated Revenue". He continued "this is in tandem with His Excellency position, Governor Seyi Makinde Sustainable Action on Economic Recovery to

   ……Club To Mark 55th Anniversary In Grand Style Fifty Four Golfers  made the cut and  advanced to the grand finale of the ongoing 2023 edition of the Ikeja Golf Club Championship as a new champion is set to be crowned on Sunday.     A keenly contested day one saw 54 golfers surpass the 94 gross landmark required to secure a coveted place in the grand finale of the pinnacle tournament of the club. The finalists are keen to dethrone the consecutive reigning champion, Muyiwa Olaitan, who is conspicuously absent from the 2023 edition of the tournament.   Ahead of the highly anticipated showpiece, the  top scoring golfers include Amusan Kelani who played 74 gross, Arun Sharma on 77 gross, Fawze Talal on 79 gross, Uwem Udoh and Rasaki Muritala, both scored 80 gross.   Meanwhile, the prize presentation ceremony of the tournament will double as an occasion to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the Ikeja Golf Club and the public presentation of the club’s integrated range project, a state of

    MultiChoice Nigeria has announced the launch of GOtv Stream, a streaming platform designed to provide GOtv customers with a complimentary value-added service that allows them to watch or download shows, movies, and other preferred content on the go via smartphones, tablets, computers, and other devices.   The newly launched GOtv Stream is set to reshape the content consumption pattern of GOtv customers by offering real-time access to their favourite content and the ability to curate personalised content preferences.   In a statement issued during the week, the Executive Head, Corporate Affairs, MultiChoice West Africa, Caroline Oghuma, stated that GOtv Stream will elevate the viewing experience of GOtv customers, ensuring they derive maximum value for their monthly subscription.   “We are pleased to announce that the GOtv Stream app will officially launch on December 1. Our customers will now be able to livestream their favourite content on their mobile phones, in real-time. The in

 * The Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions, *Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA,* has reiterated the commitment of the 10th Senate to comprehensively review the extant regulations and legislations governing the nation’s financial ecosystem. Abiru made this known in Lagos on Friday  while delivering his keynote address as the Special Guest at the grand finale of the 60th Anniversary of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) and the 58th Annual Bankers Dinner.  Senator Abiru, a retired bank chief Executive, is an accomplished banker, economist and  accountant. He is also an alumnus of the CIBN.   He said, “ As the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking,  Insurance, and Other Financial Institutions, I stand before  you as a partner in progress, committed to fostering an environment that allows our financial Ecosystem  (regulators & operators) to thrive in order to protect the  interests of all stakeholders. The bankin

  The House of Representatives on Wednesday, asked the federal government to construct pedestrian bridges at strategic places on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. The resolution followed a motion moved by the representative of Oluyole Federal Constituency, Tolulope Akande-Sadipe during plenary. She said this is in response to the critical safety concerns posed by the absence of pedestrian bridges along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe. Akande-Sadipe urged the Federal Ministry of Works to prioritize the construction of pedestrian bridges in strategic locations along this vital route. The motion highlighted the unprecedented growth of Ibadan, Oyo State, which is now the third-largest city globally according to United Nations data.  She said: “The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, traversing highly populated sections of the city, has become an essential corridor for daily activities”. “However, the absence of pedestrian bridges has undervalued the safety of both pedestrians and

  Every 25 November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, established in 1999 by the United Nations General Assembly.   In a statement issued and signed by the  Executive Director Young and Woman Initiative, Ambassador Adebobola Agbeja which was made available to journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State Capital said the campaign was started by activists at the inauguration of the Women's Global Leadership Institute in 1991. Ambassador Agbeja said It is used as an organizing strategy by individuals and organizations around the world to call for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.   She said the day is also known as Orange Day because the colour orange is worldly recognised by United Nation Women to symbolise a future without violence against women. The theme for International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women 2023 is "UNITE! Invest to prevent violence against women and girls" Agbeja said “Be supp

  Photo caption: L-R: Baba Mohammed, Head, Government Affairs, The Alternative Bank; Garba Mohammed, Executive Director, The Alternative Bank; Mohammed Umar Bago, Governor Niger State; Mustapha Ndajiwo, Commissioner, Budget and Planning; Usman Abdullahi, Chief of Staff and Aminu Takuma, Commissioner Industry, Trade and Investment   during the signing of multi- sector deal with the Niger State Government to boost the development of agriculture, transportation, energy and infrastructural sectors in the state recently. The Alternative Bank, an Africa-focused non-interest bank, has signed a multiyear deal with the Niger State government to boost the development of agriculture, transportation, energy, and infrastructural sectors in the state.  Mohammed Bago, Governor of Niger State who signed the Memorandum of Understanding, alongside Garba Mohammed, executive director at The Alternative Bank, said the objective of the deal is to maximise the agricultural potential of the state.  Governor B

  The Brazilian Descendants Association, BDALAGOS.  In preparation of the second annual  Heritage festival in Lagos Island the Brazilian Quarters also known as the POPO AGUDA. It’s a four day festival approved by the Federal Government Ministry of Tourism to celebrate all the Afro-Brazilian Descendants Heritage in Nigeria.  Calling all Son’s and Daughter’s of AGUDA Community to come   celebrate our heritage ,embrace our Ancestors food and fashion, all that make our communities a unique part of Lagos State. With pride and joyful hearts, we are calling you all great citizens of Lagos and beyond to join us in celebrating our Heritage Day.  Be our guest, check your calendar and make it a date to enjoy and taste our various unique food menu such as frijoles, fashion, Art, music, cultural tradition display and more exciting history of our ancestors. The Four days line up,are as follows;  DAY ONE  30th of November 2023:  Annual Memorial Lecture day at Shoremekun Hall Broad Street and laying o

 * Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology,  Eleyele, Ibadan (OYSCOHEST) has recorded  another academic feat,  with the visit of the National Board for Technical Education's Accreditation Team for the Resource Inspection exercise of six of its  academic programmes. The six programmes are HND, Dental Nursing, HND, Dental Therapy, HND, Health Information Management,  HND, Nutrition and Dietetics, HND, Environmental Health Technology  and ND,  Paramedics Technology. Briefing  the Management and Staff of the College at  the end of the exercise,  the NBTE Team Lead,  Prince Dr. Murtala Aliyu Sakwa  commended the Management of the College for the infrastructural development between October, 2022 during their last visit and  November this year,  advising the Management to forge ahead in sustaining the tempo. He said the NBTE Team is impressed with what they met on ground, noting with delight that the College Management is doing well.  Prince Dr Murtala Sakwa lauded the Executiv

… reiterates commitment to clean environment The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has mapped out plans to re-assess and restrategise its sanitation (sweeping) activities on some highways across the city, to enable a thorough review of the operational modalities. The Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, who made the announcement on Friday, said the decision was aimed at facilitating a comprehensive reassessment, planning, and potential redistribution of existing routes, to ensure the well-being of the dedicated personnel involved in street and road sanitation.  Some of the affected routes, which were 160 in number, included: Gbagada Expressway, Iyana Oworo to Charley Boy, Charley Boy to Anthony Oke, Anthony Oke to Oshodi Oke, Oshodi Oke to Anthony Oke, Charity to Iyana Isolo, Iyana Isolo to Balex, Odo Olowo to Cele-Under Bridge, Iyana Itire to Cowbell Bus Stop, Cowbell Bus Stop to Five Star, Five Star to Charity, Charity to Oshodi Oke, Arena to Shogunle Bus Sto

  The attention  of the Management of Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology, Eleyele, Ibadan has been drawn to  various false allegations  levelled against the Head of Department Medical Laboratory Science, Mrs Rukayat Omolola Arikewuyo and the College Management by an anonymous student on her Twitter handle, describing  the allegations as blatant lies, falsehood and mere fabrication meant to bring the College to disrepute and tarnish the  image of the concerned HOD. This is contained  in a statement issued in Ibadan on behalf of the College Management by the Public Relations Officer of the College, Mr Sola Samuel Ojewole, made available to newsmen. The statement said there was never a time bullying  had occurred  as  students are neither victimized  nor oppressed by any Academic or non Academic Staff of the College especially the Medical Laboratory Department.  The statement equally  condemned the allegation that the HOD,  Mrs Rukayat Omolola Arikewiyo  was beating studen

 **  … *_Minister of Communications, Dr Bosun Tijani, Lagos State Commissioner for Science, Innovation and Technology, Hon. Tunbosun Alake, Others Laud Senator Abiru’s Visionary Leadership*  _  Over one hundred young people who had undergone Tech Talent and Data Science training at the SAIL Innovation Lab have gotten decent artificial intelligence jobs with Awari AI, a fast growing AI/Robotics firm that is enabling the development and adoption of frontier technology on the African continent starting from Nigeria. The firm which has chosen the SAIL Innovation Lab in Ikorodu as a  launchpad to several locations in Nigeria and Africa, also partnered with the SAIL Innovation Lab for continuous talent sourcing for the emerging multi-billion dollar AI industry that is expected to shape all spheres of life in a few years from now. The co-founder of the SAIL Innovation Lab, the Senator representing Lagos East, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, in his remarks said the launch of partnership

 . Thousands of worshippers will converge at the Synagogue Church Of All Nations SCOAN  on Sunday December 3, 2023 for its second year Thanksgiving service. The anniversary is the commemoration of the commencement of church services after the glorious passing of its founder, the renowned spiritual healer, televangelist and uncommon philanthropist God's General Prophet. The anniversary would be held simultaneously all over the world. TBJOSHUA. TBJoshua passed on June 5, 2021. But up till then the church had remained closed to weekly services following the outbreak of Covid-19 pandemic and the Senior Prophet's decision to further suspend general public services until God would so direct.  With the new mantle of leadership falling on Pastor Evelyn Joshua, the SCOAN formally opened its cathedral for the regular worship and service that had been in suspense for over a year. Speaking on this year's anniversary, Pastor Evelyn Joshua stated that the Thanksgiving service would be fo

By  Distinct news Lagos, Nigeria – Luxembourg based Universal Green Energy Access Programme (UGEAP), and Union Bank of Nigeria have formalised the basis for a strategic partnership to catalyse the development of the renewable energy market in Nigeria.  This collaboration, marked initially by a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aims to drive sustainable energy access for households and small and medium businesses across Sub-Saharan Africa, primarily focusing on Nigeria. UGEAP, a 15-year blended finance facility, is dedicated to supporting the transition to sustainable energy. The United Nations Green Climate Fund (GCF) has committed the anchor investment to UGEAP, with DWS Investment S.A. as the Investment Manager.  Union Bank of Nigeria is a venerable financial institution established in 1917. The bank brings its vast experience and a comprehensive portfolio of banking services to this partnership. With over 293 service centres and more than 937 ATMs spread across Nigeria, it is a tru

  - invite procurement agency, others over reports of govt spending The Lagos State House of Assembly has received a letter from Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu seeking the screening and confirmation of six new nominees for cabinet positions. At a sitting presided over by Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, the Clerk of the House, Barr. Olalekan Onafeko, read the letter before the lawmakers quoting the governor as seeking the confirmation of a commissioner-nominee and five nominees in the position of special advisers. However, the letter only named the commissioner-nominee as Mr. Abiodun Ogunleye, while the identities of the nominees for the position of special adviser were not mentioned making the House resolve to write back to the governor for the remaining identities. Dr. Obasa, while agreeing with the lawmakers that names should be attached to the letter, said: "it is necessary for us to know who and who would become part of the cabinet." Reacting earlier, the Deputy Majority Leader of

  The Chairman, Oyo State Agricultural Credit Corporation of Oyo State, (ACCOS), Sheik Taofik Akeugbagold, has stated the criteria being used to disburse the One Billion Nairan loan to farmers to ensure geographical spread. Akeugbagold made the revelation during a sensitization tour to the 7 geopolitical zones in the State which ended today. The muslim cleric also said to access the N1b single digit interest loan under the Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER) sub-committee, an applicant must be a duly recognised farmer. Speaking further on the criteria for the disbursement at Oke Ogun Zone 1, Iseyin area, Sheik Akeugbagold, revealed that the reason for the tour was to interact and identify genuine farmers in the state. He hinted that the corporation will guard against giving loans to 'farmers on paper', saying this would ensure that the targeted farmers benefit from the gesture.  The Chairman explained that after the sensitization exercise, Application forms could b

  Sterling Bank, Nigeria's leading commercial bank, is proud to announce its continued partnership with the Book Buzz Foundation for the 11th edition of the Ake Arts and Books Festival, taking place from November 22nd to 24th, 2023, in Ikeja, Lagos. This collaboration reaffirms Sterling Bank's unwavering commitment to enriching lives and investing in the communities it serves. The bank firmly believes that its prosperity is intertwined with the thriving of the community it operates in. Maurice Igugu, Chief Marketing Officer of Sterling Bank, highlighted the bank's ongoing commitment to five key sectors of the economy under its HEARTS strategy: Health, Education, Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Transportation. "Through strategic investments in education," said Mr. Igugu, "we aim to empower communities with knowledge, equipping them to combat poverty and elevate their standards of living." The Ake Festival, founded by director Lola Shoneyin, plays a vit

  A prominent CAC Pastor, Stephen Oluwatooyin AJAYI says Nigeria would witness the mighty hand and power of God in 2024 with solutions to socio - economic and political problems . Pastor AJAYI stated this at the 17th anniversary thanksgiving Service of Christ Apostolic Church CAC Victory Centre Akingbade Akinfenwe Old Ife Road, Ibadan. The man of God said God loves Nigeria and His plans for the country are not revealed to anybody . Pastor Stephen AJAYI told the congregation not to put their trust in anybody but trust God for their provision . The Cleric warned against eating just anything outside and if they do the blood of Jesus should be pleaded on whatever they are eating outside of their homes Pastor AJAYI called on Nigerians to move closer to God and refrain from all iniquities.  He stressed the need for love to be maintained by people as he commended the Anniversary Planning Committee for a job well done and congratulated members of CAC Victory Centre  Akingbade Akinfenwa Old Ife

  The Executive Director, Young and  Woman Initiative (YAWI), Ambassador Agbeja Adebobola has advised Nigerians to use the occasion of 2023 World Toilet Day to eradicate open defication in Nigeria.  In a statement issued and signed in Ibadan, the Oyo State Capital, Ambassador Agbeja said the United Nations General Assembly officially designated November 19 as World Toilet Day. She said It was first established in 2001 by the World Toilet Organization. World Toilet Day celebrates toilets and raises awareness of the 4.2 billion people living without access to safely managed sanitation. She said "This year World Toilet Day has the Theme: "Accelerating Change', to highlight the journey towards achieving SDG 6- Clean Water and Sanitation". Ambassador Agbeja enjoined people to choose sanitation related actions to speed up progress on this part of SDG 6: Break taboos: hinted about the critical connection between toilets, water and menstruation. Flush safe: Fix leaking water

 PRESS RELEASE  Lagos, Nigeria: November 15, 2023: Polaris Bank, Nigeria’s Leading Digital Retail Bank, in partnership with Eventful Limited will host the 2023 season end edition of The Fashion Souk 9.0 scheduled to hold at the Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos on Saturday, December 2nd and Sunday, December 3rd.  The Fashion Souk is Nigeria’s premier marketplace where smart Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the fashion industry gather to display and market their diverse goods and services to a large audience.  With its extensive collection of fashion-related SMEs, The Fashion Souk stands as the largest congregation of such businesses in Nigeria to date. The event will primarily focus on four thriving industries: manufacturers, leather, retailers, and jewelry & accessories.  Over 140 established SMEs in Nigeria’s fashion industry, leather, and jewelry/accessories sectors, spanning across manufacturers, retailers, and dealers, will participate in The Fashion Souk 9.0.

  The Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Professor Olanike Adeyemo FAS FTWAS has said that the present administration would provide an enabling environment for the Higher Institutions of learning to thrive in the State. She made this known during a courtesy visit paid by the Department of Veterinary Public Health and Preventive Medicine, University of Ibadan at the SSG's Office, Secretariat, Ibadan. She said the State Government would continue to engage University experts in various fields  of learning to contribute their own quota to the development of the State. The Secretary to the State Government said Governor Seyi Makinde is somebody that wants things done right. Professor Adeyemo added that the present administration is open for collaboration to deliver dividends of democracy in Omititun 2.0. for the people of the State.  She appreciated Professors from the veterinary department of the University of Ibadan for their continuous prayer and support to succeed on her present

  * …to Finish Olodo First Lane Bridge In Five Months In its effort to ease movement and transportation around the Apata-Odo Ona-Challenge axis, the Oyo State Government has assured road users of the axis that the 12.5 Kilometers road construction will be completed by December, 2023. The works on the road which has reached about 90 percent remains the median, walkway, streetlight, and some area to cover with asphalt. The Commissioner for Public Works and Transport, Professor Dahud Kehinde Sangodoyin revealed this while inspecting the progress of work during an inspection to the ongoing projects in Ibadan embarked upon by the Inspection Team of the Ministry. According to the Commissioner, the inspection was focused on the work done so far since the last inspection in October, 2023, and to reconcile what has been discussed with the contractor, and the engineers on site, the quality of the job, and the time of delivery. He said, “We normally have a fix time for the delivery of

  Lagos, Nigeria: Five winners emerged in the grand finale of the 2023 edition of Sterling’s Agriculture Summit Africa. This year’s edition, which featured a pitch competition called AgroPitch, saw Green Republic Farms Limited crowned the top agroprenuer, walking away with five million naira in grants and an agribusiness entrepreneurship training program from the Lagos Business School. This year’s summit was sponsored by Sterling Bank, Leadway Assurance, Thrive Agric and Noor Takaful, Green Republic Farms Limited, a youth and women-led enterprise emerged the overall winner and got N5 million cash prize, and a scholarship to attend the Agribusiness Management Programme of the Lagos Business School (LBS) which provides participants with the individual insight, coaching strategies and leadership skills needed to achieve better decisions and results for their companies. The remaining agribusinesses which emerged as winners are Eden-Acres Integrated Farm, Duketrah Fisheries, Kernelinc Resou

* At a solemn Christian wake ceremony, the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has bid farewell to the two sanitation workers (sweepers), Adejoke Adefuye and Afolashade Odufuwa, who lost their lives while sweeping the highway in the Charley Boy area of Gbagada, Lagos. The wake organised for the deceased at Ladi-Lak Primary School Compound, Bariga, Lagos, had in attendance, family, friends, colleagues, and officials of LAWMA, who gathered to pay their respects, in honour of  the memory of Adejoke and Afolashade. The Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, eulogised the late sanitation workers for their unalloyed commitment to the Authority’s vision of a cleaner and livable environment in the state, for which they paid the ultimate price. He said, “Words cannot adequately convey the grief we feel for the untimely passing of these dedicated sanitation workers. Adejoke and Afolashade were valued members of our close-knit community, and their exit leaves a big void. As

   In a significant achievement, Seleem Adegunwa, the Managing Director of Rite Foods Limited, has been honored with the prestigious Inspirational Marketing Leader Award at the Nigerian Marketing Awards (NMA) 2023. The NMA, dedicated to recognising excellence in brand marketing in Nigeria, has highlighted Adegunwa's vibrant and innovative marketing approach that propelled Rite Foods Limited to a commanding position in Africa’s largest economy.   The Nigerian Marketing Awards, known for acknowledging marketing industry excellence and entrepreneurial innovation, bestowed upon Adegunwa the title of “Inspirational Marketing Leader of the Year” in its second edition. This recognition underscores his pivotal role in steering a wholly-Nigerian company to successfully compete with multinational competitors.   Under Adegunwa's leadership, Rite Foods Limited recently secured the “Highest Gainer Year-in-Year-Out for 2023” title in the “Top 50 Leading Brands Ranking in Nigeria.” Additional

  The Oyo State Head of Service, Mrs Olubunmi Oni, mni has charged members of the Ward Development Committee to continue their good work for grassroot development across the State. She stated this while hosting the Executive Council of the WDC on a courtesy visit at her office Secretariat, Ibadan. She enjoined them to maintain their good working relationship with the Oyo State Health Insurance Agency  (OYSHIA) and the State Primary Health Care Board for smooth monitoring of the State Health care centres. The Head of Service admonished WDC to keep informing the pregnant women at the grassroot level to always visit the State Hospitals at least once in a month for check up. She said the State Government would empower WDC members in order to work more for the development of the community. She said efforts are in top gear to train women at the various wards in the State on practical vocation which according to her would reduce poverty to the bearest minimum in the State  In his remarks, the

 *.* The combined team of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, (LAUTECH)  Ogbomoso's Academic Collaboration Committee and the Faculty of Nursing have commended the Management of Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology, Eleyele, Ibadan for meeting the required standard for collaboration between the College's Dental Nursing Department  and LAUTECH. This was contained in a statement issued after the  assessment exercise  by the College Public Relations Officer, Mr Sola Samuel Ojewole. The  team was led by the Dean,  Faculty of Nursing Science of the University, Professor S. O. Adeyemo. She eulogized the College Management   for providing the required facilities and equipment for the  Dental Nursing programme,  commending the sterling leadership qualities of the Provost, Mrs Oluyemisi Oyewo.  She  also commended  the Head of Department,  Mrs Yemisi Ologunja for her selfless efforts towards ensuring the progress of the Dental Nursing Department. She expressed opt

  In its efforts at ensuring that the OKEHO Satellite Campus of Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology Eleyele Ibadan does not go into extinction, Apero Omo OKEHO organised an Education Summit  to sensitize the INDIGENES, parents, guardians and other stakeholders  on the need to send their children to the Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology's OKEHO Satellite Campus for further education. Welcoming the guests to the Education Summit held at OKEHO Town Hall  in  Kajola Local Government, the  President of Apero Omo OKEHO Global, Pastor Favour Adewoyin  called on the people of Oke Ogun to take advantage of the opportunity of having the Campus sited in Okeho and enroll their children for the courses at the Satellite Campus to ensure the development of the College. Pastor Adewoyin commended the College  Governing Council, the Management  and Staff of Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology  for their efforts at  revamping the glory of the Health Inst

  Chef Mark Punshak, Development Chef, Nestlé Nigeria PLC At a Jollof Carnival hosted in Lagos, Nestlé Professional unveiled a new 100g pack size  of MAGGI Signature Jollof Seasoning Powder, a convenient and affordable option for out  of home users including restaurants, bukas and hotels. With its attractive packaging and  unique flavors, the seasoning in the new pack size responds to current preferences for  simplicity and efficiency to help customers create the one-pot meals more consumers  prefer today. Participants at the Jollof carnival had the opportunity to prepare and taste ten different innovative Jollof recipes including Banga Jollof, Coconut Jollof, Asun Jollof, Nkwobi  Jollof, Suya Jollof, Seafood Jollof, all made from MAGGI Signature Jollof in the interactive  cooking session! Mrs. Oluwayemisi Oluokun, is a caterer and the CEO of God’s Grace Events. She was one  of the participants who had the opportunity to recreate an innovative recipe, Nkwobi  Jollof. She said, “I am th