Breaking News: Epe in Tension as LG Chair Suspends Installation of New Olu-Epe, Cancels Eid Celebrations

–Lagos Reporters

Tensions are rising in Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State as the Council Chairperson, Hon. Surah Animashaun, has officially suspended the installation of a new Olu-Epe following a succession dispute involving two rival claimants.

The local government boss, in a letter addressed to the Grand Chief Imam of the community on Tuesday, also announced the suspension of all Eid-al-Adha (Ileya) and Jumat celebrations at the Epe Central Mosque and Eid Ground in Oke Balogun.

This development comes in the wake of the passing of the immediate Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom, Oba Shefiu Adewale, who died on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the age of 86.

According to Animashaun, the ongoing tussle between Chief Adeniyi Kadri Odedeogboro and Chief Iskilu Olajide Ikuforiji—both of whom are laying claim to the throne—has created significant security concerns within the community.

Her statement reads:
“Sequel to the dual installation of the new Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom on June 2, 2025, which is legally null and void due to the recent passing of Oba Shefiu Adewale, I am writing to inform your office that High Chief Adeniyi Kadri Odedeogboro and High Chief Iskilu Olajide Ikuforiji, both parading themselves as the newly installed Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom, are hereby suspended till further hearing from the authorities.”

She added, “Due to unforeseen circumstances, security concerns, and public health issues, the Eid-al-Adha and Jumat services are hereby cancelled at the Epe Central Mosque and Eid Ground in Oke Balogun.”

The chairperson emphasized that the suspension is a precautionary measure to prevent clashes between the loyalists of both claimants and to maintain peace in the area.

Recall that Oba Shefiu Adewale, prior to his ascension as monarch, served as Otun-Balogun and later Balogun of Epe Kingdom before being crowned as Olu-Epe. His death was confirmed by High Chief Odedeogboro Balogun, Musiliu Adeniyi, who disclosed that the late monarch was buried the same day, in line with Islamic rites.

The Epe Kingdom now awaits clarity from traditional and legal authorities on the rightful successor to the throne.

Lagos Reporters will continue to bring updates on the unfolding situation as the royal succession crisis develops.

Be Courageous and determined

I am blessed.

Press Statement

FG Backs National Campaign for Measles-Rubella Vaccine Rollout

The Federal Government has pledged robust communication and advocacy support for the upcoming nationwide Measles-Rubella (MR) vaccination campaign scheduled for October 2025.

This assurance was given by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a courtesy visit to his office by the Centre for Well-Being and Integrated Nutrition Solutions (C-WINS) on Tuesday.

Idris praised the team’s commitment to public health and child wellbeing. He affirmed the Ministry’s readiness to champion public sensitization efforts that will ensure the campaign’s success.

“You have come to the right place,” the Minister said. “The Ministry of Information and National Orientation exists to support and amplify initiatives like this. We will work with you and relevant agencies under our Ministry—including the National Orientation Agency and public media institutions—to ensure Nigerians are well-informed about the dangers of rubella and the need for vaccination.”

The Minister described the C-WINS presentation as both emotional and enlightening. “Today, I have learned a lot,” he said. “Many Nigerians, like myself, may be familiar with measles but are unaware of rubella and its devastating effects. That children can be born blind, deaf, or with heart defects due to maternal rubella infection is a tragedy we must work together to prevent.”

He emphasized the Ministry’s readiness to co-develop strategic messaging and support public education efforts nationwide. The Minister also encouraged the team to engage the National Assembly for broader legislative support. “We don’t want this to be a one-off meeting,” he said. “Let’s make this partnership continuous, impactful, and far-reaching.

“Prevention is better than cure—and this is one area where information truly saves lives.”

Earlier, the delegation from C-WINS, led by Project Lead Dr. Nihinlola Mabogunje, briefed the Minister on the urgent need to raise public awareness ahead of the October campaign and also delivered a comprehensive presentation on the life-saving importance of the Measles-Rubella vaccine.

She highlighted the highly infectious nature of measles, which continues to cause severe illness, complications, and death, particularly among malnourished or immunocompromised children, stating that Nigeria currently accounts for nearly 20% of global measles cases, with the Northeast region bearing over 60% of the national burden.

On rubella, she explained that it’s an often-overlooked threat, especially to pregnant women. Contracting rubella in the first trimester can result in Congenital Rubella Syndrome (CRS), leading to babies born blind, deaf, or with severe heart abnormalities.

Dr. Mabogunje assured the Minister of the vaccine’s safety and effectiveness, noting that the Measles-Rubella vaccine has been used worldwide for over 50 years and it is credited with saving more than 94 million lives. She also praised NAFDAC’s stringent regulatory review and endorsement of the vaccine for safe use in Nigeria.

Calling for unified action, she urged the Ministry to lead a national communication effort to combat misinformation and build public trust. “To reach the target of 95% vaccination coverage, we need accurate, trusted, and consistent messaging delivered through the channels that everyday Nigerians rely on,” she said.

In response, the Honourable Minister directed that the Ministry’s communication team collaborate closely with C-WINS to co-create culturally sensitive campaign materials that will be disseminated through both public and private media channels nationwide.

Rabiu Ibrahim
Special Assistant (Media) to the Minister of Information and National Orientation.

June 4, 2025

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if a man hasn’t married you, but already knows everything about your body, every curve, every weakness, every position, then it’s time to pause and reflect. You may think you're building a bond, but what you're doing is giving out something sacred without a guarantee of commitment. And the painful truth? Many men will enjoy the benefits of a wife without ever becoming a husband.

You’re giving your heart, body, and soul to someone who hasn’t given you a name, a ring, or a future. My sister, that’s not love, that’s exploitation dressed as affection. When a man has explored you fully and you’ve given your all emotionally and physically, he may begin to see no reason to pursue anything deeper. After all, what else is there to fight for?

Don’t let sweet words deceive you. If he truly loves and values you, he will protect your dignity, not exploit your vulnerability. Love is patient. Love waits. Love honors. A man who intends to marry you won’t rush you into acts meant for the covenant of marriage. Don’t settle for temporary pleasure that ends in permanent pain. Respect yourself enough to say no. Your worth is far above rubies, and the right man will see that without needing to taste it all first.

- Real Warri Pikin

if a man hasn’t married you, but already knows everything about your body, every curve, every weakness, every position, then it’s time to pause and reflect. You may think you're building a bond, but what you're doing is giving out something sacred without a guarantee of commitment. And the painful truth? Many men will enjoy the benefits of a wife without ever becoming a husband.

You’re giving your heart, body, and soul to someone who hasn’t given you a name, a ring, or a future. My sister, that’s not love, that’s exploitation dressed as affection. When a man has explored you fully and you’ve given your all emotionally and physically, he may begin to see no reason to pursue anything deeper. After all, what else is there to fight for?

Don’t let sweet words deceive you. If he truly loves and values you, he will protect your dignity, not exploit your vulnerability. Love is patient. Love waits. Love honors. A man who intends to marry you won’t rush you into acts meant for the covenant of marriage. Don’t settle for temporary pleasure that ends in permanent pain. Respect yourself enough to say no. Your worth is far above rubies, and the right man will see that without needing to taste it all first.

- Real Warri Pikin

if a man hasn’t married you, but already knows everything about your body, every curve, every weakness, every position, then it’s time to pause and reflect. You may think you're building a bond, but what you're doing is giving out something sacred without a guarantee of commitment. And the painful truth? Many men will enjoy the benefits of a wife without ever becoming a husband.

You’re giving your heart, body, and soul to someone who hasn’t given you a name, a ring, or a future. My sister, that’s not love, that’s exploitation dressed as affection. When a man has explored you fully and you’ve given your all emotionally and physically, he may begin to see no reason to pursue anything deeper. After all, what else is there to fight for?

Don’t let sweet words deceive you. If he truly loves and values you, he will protect your dignity, not exploit your vulnerability. Love is patient. Love waits. Love honors. A man who intends to marry you won’t rush you into acts meant for the covenant of marriage. Don’t settle for temporary pleasure that ends in permanent pain. Respect yourself enough to say no. Your worth is far above rubies, and the right man will see that without needing to taste it all first.

- Real Warri Pikin

if a man hasn’t married you, but already knows everything about your body, every curve, every weakness, every position, then it’s time to pause and reflect. You may think you're building a bond, but what you're doing is giving out something sacred without a guarantee of commitment. And the painful truth? Many men will enjoy the benefits of a wife without ever becoming a husband.

You’re giving your heart, body, and soul to someone who hasn’t given you a name, a ring, or a future. My sister, that’s not love, that’s exploitation dressed as affection. When a man has explored you fully and you’ve given your all emotionally and physically, he may begin to see no reason to pursue anything deeper. After all, what else is there to fight for?

Don’t let sweet words deceive you. If he truly loves and values you, he will protect your dignity, not exploit your vulnerability. Love is patient. Love waits. Love honors. A man who intends to marry you won’t rush you into acts meant for the covenant of marriage. Don’t settle for temporary pleasure that ends in permanent pain. Respect yourself enough to say no. Your worth is far above rubies, and the right man will see that without needing to taste it all first.

- Real Warri Pikin

Friends, Jesus’ prayer in today’s Gospel (John 17:1–11) sums up his wonderful work as he is about to return to his Father.

Jesus was, in his very person, the meeting of heaven and earth. God and humanity came together in him, and his entire ministry was the outward expression of that inward identity. By calling a scattered Israel to unity, inviting the poor to table fellowship, healing the sick in body and heart, and embodying the path of forgiveness and love, Jesus was bringing God’s will and purpose to earth.

Now, in his Passion and death, Jesus brought heaven all the way down into the world. He carried the divine light into the darkest places of the human condition—hatred, cruelty, violence, corruption, stupidity, suffering, and death itself—and thereby transformed them. And the proof that heaven is able to transform earth is, of course, the Resurrection.

Now we know that cruelty, hatred, violence, fear, suffering, and death are not the most powerful forces in the world. Now we know that the divine love is more powerful. God’s kingdom has, in principle, broken the kingdoms of the world, which thrive upon, and in turn produce, those very negativities.

if a man hasn’t married you, but already knows everything about your body, every curve, every weakness, every position, then it’s time to pause and reflect. You may think you're building a bond, but what you're doing is giving out something sacred without a guarantee of commitment. And the painful truth? Many men will enjoy the benefits of a wife without ever becoming a husband.

You’re giving your heart, body, and soul to someone who hasn’t given you a name, a ring, or a future. My sister, that’s not love, that’s exploitation dressed as affection. When a man has explored you fully and you’ve given your all emotionally and physically, he may begin to see no reason to pursue anything deeper. After all, what else is there to fight for?

Don’t let sweet words deceive you. If he truly loves and values you, he will protect your dignity, not exploit your vulnerability. Love is patient. Love waits. Love honors. A man who intends to marry you won’t rush you into acts meant for the covenant of marriage. Don’t settle for temporary pleasure that ends in permanent pain. Respect yourself enough to say no. Your worth is far above rubies, and the right man will see that without needing to taste it all first.

- Real Warri Pikin

if a man hasn’t married you, but already knows everything about your body, every curve, every weakness, every position, then it’s time to pause and reflect. You may think you're building a bond, but what you're doing is giving out something sacred without a guarantee of commitment. And the painful truth? Many men will enjoy the benefits of a wife without ever becoming a husband.

You’re giving your heart, body, and soul to someone who hasn’t given you a name, a ring, or a future. My sister, that’s not love, that’s exploitation dressed as affection. When a man has explored you fully and you’ve given your all emotionally and physically, he may begin to see no reason to pursue anything deeper. After all, what else is there to fight for?

Don’t let sweet words deceive you. If he truly loves and values you, he will protect your dignity, not exploit your vulnerability. Love is patient. Love waits. Love honors. A man who intends to marry you won’t rush you into acts meant for the covenant of marriage. Don’t settle for temporary pleasure that ends in permanent pain. Respect yourself enough to say no. Your worth is far above rubies, and the right man will see that without needing to taste it all first.

- Real Warri Pikin

if a man hasn’t married you, but already knows everything about your body, every curve, every weakness, every position, then it’s time to pause and reflect. You may think you're building a bond, but what you're doing is giving out something sacred without a guarantee of commitment. And the painful truth? Many men will enjoy the benefits of a wife without ever becoming a husband.

You’re giving your heart, body, and soul to someone who hasn’t given you a name, a ring, or a future. My sister, that’s not love, that’s exploitation dressed as affection. When a man has explored you fully and you’ve given your all emotionally and physically, he may begin to see no reason to pursue anything deeper. After all, what else is there to fight for?

Don’t let sweet words deceive you. If he truly loves and values you, he will protect your dignity, not exploit your vulnerability. Love is patient. Love waits. Love honors. A man who intends to marry you won’t rush you into acts meant for the covenant of marriage. Don’t settle for temporary pleasure that ends in permanent pain. Respect yourself enough to say no. Your worth is far above rubies, and the right man will see that without needing to taste it all first.

- Real Warri Pikin

if a man hasn’t married you, but already knows everything about your body, every curve, every weakness, every position, then it’s time to pause and reflect. You may think you're building a bond, but what you're doing is giving out something sacred without a guarantee of commitment. And the painful truth? Many men will enjoy the benefits of a wife without ever becoming a husband.

You’re giving your heart, body, and soul to someone who hasn’t given you a name, a ring, or a future. My sister, that’s not love, that’s exploitation dressed as affection. When a man has explored you fully and you’ve given your all emotionally and physically, he may begin to see no reason to pursue anything deeper. After all, what else is there to fight for?

Don’t let sweet words deceive you. If he truly loves and values you, he will protect your dignity, not exploit your vulnerability. Love is patient. Love waits. Love honors. A man who intends to marry you won’t rush you into acts meant for the covenant of marriage. Don’t settle for temporary pleasure that ends in permanent pain. Respect yourself enough to say no. Your worth is far above rubies, and the right man will see that without needing to taste it all first.

- Real Warri Pikin

if a man hasn’t married you, but already knows everything about your body, every curve, every weakness, every position, then it’s time to pause and reflect. You may think you're building a bond, but what you're doing is giving out something sacred without a guarantee of commitment. And the painful truth? Many men will enjoy the benefits of a wife without ever becoming a husband.

You’re giving your heart, body, and soul to someone who hasn’t given you a name, a ring, or a future. My sister, that’s not love, that’s exploitation dressed as affection. When a man has explored you fully and you’ve given your all emotionally and physically, he may begin to see no reason to pursue anything deeper. After all, what else is there to fight for?

Don’t let sweet words deceive you. If he truly loves and values you, he will protect your dignity, not exploit your vulnerability. Love is patient. Love waits. Love honors. A man who intends to marry you won’t rush you into acts meant for the covenant of marriage. Don’t settle for temporary pleasure that ends in permanent pain. Respect yourself enough to say no. Your worth is far above rubies, and the right man will see that without needing to taste it all first.

- Real Warri Pikin

if a man hasn’t married you, but already knows everything about your body, every curve, every weakness, every position, then it’s time to pause and reflect. You may think you're building a bond, but what you're doing is giving out something sacred without a guarantee of commitment. And the painful truth? Many men will enjoy the benefits of a wife without ever becoming a husband.

You’re giving your heart, body, and soul to someone who hasn’t given you a name, a ring, or a future. My sister, that’s not love, that’s exploitation dressed as affection. When a man has explored you fully and you’ve given your all emotionally and physically, he may begin to see no reason to pursue anything deeper. After all, what else is there to fight for?

Don’t let sweet words deceive you. If he truly loves and values you, he will protect your dignity, not exploit your vulnerability. Love is patient. Love waits. Love honors. A man who intends to marry you won’t rush you into acts meant for the covenant of marriage. Don’t settle for temporary pleasure that ends in permanent pain. Respect yourself enough to say no. Your worth is far above rubies, and the right man will see that without needing to taste it all first.

- Real Warri Pikin