Alarinka Agbaye Travel and Tourism

Tuesday, 25 June 2013

Alarinka Agbaye Travel and Tourism : OAU Don others laud Gov Aregbesola Igi Iye projec...

Alarinka Agbaye Travel and Tourism : OAU Don others laud Gov Aregbesola Igi Iye projec...: Hon Bola Ilori , Special Adviser to Governor Aregbesola on Environment and Sanitation displaying a tree to the pub...

OAU Don others laud Gov Aregbesola Igi Iye project Scheme .

AdHon Bola Ilori presenting a bag of Tree to Oba Adedokun Abolarin , the Oragun of Oke - Ila

Ogbeni Aregbesola planting a tree while his Special adviser assists.

Stakeholders in the environmental protection and enhancement sector including university dons have lauded Igi Iye a tree planting scheme initiated and launched by Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, Executive Governor, State of Osun describing it as an effort geared toward the preservation of the earth and its threshold

The Acting Director of the Institute of Ecological and Environmental Studies, Obafemi Awolowo University , Ile – Ife , State of Osun , Dr. Olusegun Awotoye reinforced this attestation during the launching of 2.5 million trees at school of Postgraduate Studies, Obafemi Awolowo University Ile Ife on Tuesday,

According to Dr Awotoye, "the programme is laudable because of its implications on the improvement of environment in the state adding that it is an effort that is geared towards preventing natural disaster now and in the future.”

He disclosed that “ Governor Aregbesola has commenced a beneficial revolution which should be embraced by all and sundry in the state as it will contribute in no small measure to the stability of the environment here in the state of Osun and in Nigeria generally “.

Dr Awotoye revealed that “ It is commendable and remarkable to note that Governor Aregbesola is the first Governor to formally see the virtue and necessity in partnering with professionals in environmental sector in Nigeria . Hence , ,the collaboration and partnership which our department is strengthening and exploring to boost the well being of the earth
The university don who called on the Federal and other state governments to join in the fight against environmental degradation said" Environment is the foundation of all resources so if we missed it in the area of environmental sanitization and purity we are likely to get to a situation where no living things will survive on this planet again"

Speaking on the significant of tree planting, Dr Awotoye said tree planting helps in purifying the air, protecting the building against hazardous wind, vehicular emission and other forms of environmental pollution.

The students of the department of Ecology and Environmental Studies commended the bold step of Governor Aregbesola at salvaging the State of Osun from the claw of environmental disaster and in the recognition of the governor's contribution to the environmental improvement honored and bestowed on him an Award

In his response , Ogbeni Aregbesola said he was poised to do more for the people of Osun, adding that " Osun people deserve the best of everything and our driving force is the zeal to give them the best they deserve. A good environment aides good health and long live and we want our people to live long in good health"

He added that " when you live in a good environment you enjoy life, and I want to assure you all that we will not relent on our effort in making Osun people enjoy the dividends of democracy and good governance.

The Special Adviser to the governor of the state of Osun on Environmental and Sanitation, Hon Bola Ilori ,in his speech said the environmental programmers of the state of Osun under the leadership of Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola are geared towards ensuring good living for the people of the state.

While maintaining that Igi Iye initiative is an idea that is borne out of the need for environmental protection, Mr. Ilori said,” they are targeting about 10 million trees before the end of the year and this is an all inclusive programme which involves all member of the family in the state”

Monday, 24 June 2013

Opara, NCPC Boss re-appointed by FG

Opara, NCPC Boss re-appointed by FG

Federal Government has approved the re-appointment of Mr John Kennedy Opara, as the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission{ NCPC} for a second tenure of five years in accordance with the NCPC Establishment Act of 2007.

In a statement by the Head of the media for the Commission, Olajide Oshundun, he stated that equally approved by the Federal Government is the reappointment of six members of the Board of the Commission while Pastor Mike Abrakata joined the member of the Board.

The Board members comprised of Most Rev. Dr. Nicholas D. Okoh as the Chairman. Other members are Elder Dogara Akut representing North West Zone, Deaconess Adefemi Taire representing South West Zone, Archbishop Nemuel Babba representing North East Zone,

Mrs Helen Ughoro representing North Central Zone, Rev. Dr. Zion S. Ibenye representing South East Zone, Pastor Mike Abrakata representing South South Zone. The appointments take effect from Monday, 24th June, 2013.

In a reaction to the reappointment, Mr Wale Ojo Lanre, the President of The Guild of Tourists Journalists of Nigeria in a statement to the press commended President Goodluck Jonathan for re – appointing Mr. Kennedy Okpara who has been doing well and properly re – engineering the Commission for efficiency , relevance and visibility
He pointed out that Okpara re appointment would engender the continuity of the novel ideas and programmes which he has planted and commenced execution during his first tenure and would give him enough time to complete the implementation of his lofty schemes at the Commission
“ This is what we stand for in the sector . We will not shy away from commending any good step taken by the President in relation to the sector and development. Without any bias and subjective inclination, the president has done well by affirming and confirming Mr. Okpara who has conscientiously worked out his heart at the Commission with his best ability and patriotic zeal which earned him a second tenure”.
Recalling how Mr. Kennedy Okpara transformed the almost moribund agency of the Federal government to an enviable status during his first tenure , he pointed out “ we never expected that the young man will go thus far , making the nation proud and respected even at the Vatican where he was blessed by the Pope for doing Nigeria proud “
The association however tasked Mr. Okpara “ not to rest on his oars as any attempt for you to think you are already there now may inject into your body system intellectual and administrative complacency which may diminish and reduce the ground covered to nil “

Saturday, 22 June 2013

No PDP without Obasanjo- Alao Akala

As the ruling People’s Democratic Party PDP battles to rescue the soul of the party from crumble, the immediate past governor of Oyo state otunba Adebayo Alao Akala declare that no PDP without the former BoT chairman of the party President Olusegun Obasanjo

Otunba Alao Akala said this on Thursday while welcoming members of the Action Congress of Nigerian ( AC N) and Accord Party to the PDP in Ogo Oluwa and Surulere local government during the inaugurations and distributions of items by Hon Segun Odebunmi at Oko Yesterday.

The party chieftain who express optimism that PDP will bounce back in the country said that the former PDP BoT chairman, chief Olusegun Obasanjo should be acknowledge and given his due respect and role as the leader of the party.

While admonishing the decamped into the party, Otunba Akala said “your work will determine your worth in the party, i want you to work assiduously for the progress of our great party and ensure that you mobilise others come and join PDP”.

He however dares Governor Abiola Ajimobi to conduct local government election if truly he believes he is on ground in Oyo state. He said “ i want to implore the present governor in the state to try and conduct local government election in the state, he should put his popularity into test if he can.

Wednesday, 19 June 2013

Arinta: Spectacular waterfall in Ipole-Iloro, Ekiti

NIGERIA is blessed with numerous tourism assets, which are hidden in primordial and natural state within its geographical contraption.
These are economic miracle enhancers, which past governments at every level have failed not only to recognise, but also to tap its derivates at improving the society and shore up the economic buoyancy of the nation and the various states.

Hidden inside the thick jungle of Ipole-Iloro, a sleepy town in Ekiti West Local Government, Ekiti State, is a spectacular waterfall christened Arinta, which thrills tourists’ imagination unending as the water cascades from over 100 feet above sea level from a ridge protected by green vegetation.

Getting to Ipole-Iloro was made easy by the good road which the town enjoys from all its connections via Akure - Igbara-Oke–Igbara–Odo-Ikogosi Ekiti - Ipole-Oloro Ekiti and from Lagos - Ibadan - Ilesa –Erin-Oke – Efon Alaye - Ipole-Iloro, Ekiti while from Abuja - Lokoja - Kabba - Omuo-Ekiti –Ifaki – Aramoko - Efon-Alaaye -Ipole-Iloro.

Adding value to the tourism site is the consciousness of the people of the town who are always ready to assist, direct tourists and offer information on the state of the waterfall. “Oh, you are going to Arinta? This is one of the best waterfalls in the world. It drums down from a ridge located inside a very thick forest, which we guide jealously.

“Former Governor Segun Oni constructed the road to the place while the incumbent Governor, Kayode Fayemi has enhanced the site by constructing a befitting gate and social centre for visitors at the site. All of which you would see when we get there,” offered Adeyemi Oludare, one of the indigenes.
As he led the way with his Okada, the topography of Ipole-Iloro offers good scenery of plush green vegetation that covers the hills and ridges.

As Mr Oludare informed us earlier, that the present government has made an impressive presence at the site not only by constructing a park, but also maintaining some workers who were duly on ground to attend to visitors.

Don’t ever think that the waterfall is in a remote place and would be bereft of visitors, but nay, on ground that day were students of Igbobi College, Yaba, Lagos State numbering over 50 and eight of their management staff while about 30 students of the Federal Polytechnic, Ado Ekiti were there having a swell of a time.
The forest canopy, bush smell, crossing soldier ants, foot path, falling trees which we had to manoeuvre and boulders which we had to pass through while trekking to the base of the fall made the exploration more interesting, natural and joyous that we were breathing in non polluted air.
We moved closer to the base of the fall, our ears were disturbed by the sound that resembles that of heavy rain, only for us to get to the base and realised were torrent of the fall, which has created a natural swimming pool arena for tourists.

The fall is torrential, rapid and thrilling. It oozes out cool breeze that has a soothing effect on the body. The fall is so tangential that it maintains a permanent rainbow as the sun perches through.
Arinta waterfall is of seven layers of unique charactertics, which appeal to whoever ventures visiting the site.

According to the Vice-Principal, Igbobi College, Mr Niran Babarinde who lamented the negligence of development of tourism sector in the country said, “We are fascinated by the geographical configuration of Arinta Waterfall, Ipole – Iloro and thus has become a point of reference for our students.
“Hence, we have made it a point of duty to bring here our Geography students and we are happy that they got the best of it.”

He described Arinta waterfall as a thrilling waterfall with a unique aura of stimulating the artistic talents in one.

“The surrounding vegetation and the geographical configuration have special appeal to the sense, which will keep the memory evergreen and tickles one’s vision of a repeat visit.”
And sincerely that is the truth about Arinta waterfall, Ipole Iloro.

Why Yoruba Culture Must be preserved- Alaafin Royal Ambassador

Yoruba culture must be preserved -Alaafin

YORUBA culture is adjudged to be the best in the world, but the rate at which the glory of the cultural values and tradition is fading away is becoming alarming and reason some concerned stakeholders from the tribe are working to ensure its promotion and preservation.
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi in his effort to rescue the culture and tradition of the Yoruba has been organising series of platform in this direction not only in Yorubaland but across the tribes and beyond the shores of Nigeria.

Working alongside with Iku Baba Yeye’s vision is the royal ambassador to Alaafin, Aare Ayandotun Ayanlakin who has also been moving around preaching the need to promote and preserve Yoruba culture.
Ambassador Ayanlakin does not only preach the gospel, but acts according to the tradition as he always move about clad in complete Yoruba attire, (Agbada and fila) and beads to demonstrate what he represents.

In his effort to corroborate Alaafin’s effort, Aare Ayanlakin recently visited some Emirs in Bauchi State including the Emir of Ningi, Alhaji Dan’Yaya among others during which they talked on the need for cultural integration between the Yorubas and Hausas, based on the long existing relations between the duo.
Explaining his mission in the North, Aare Ayanlakin said, “As the Royal Ambassador to Alaafin, I am to promote the interest of Alaafin and ensure the realisation of his vision and dream for his fatherland.
“So my journey to the North was necessitated by the need to complement the effort of Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Adeyemi in promoting Yoruba culture beyond the borders and ensure cultural integration between the two tribes.

“While in Bauchi, I worked on the existing relationship between the tribes by visiting personalities and Emirs in the state. I also assured them of the safety of their wards in Yorubaland.
“The result of my visit has begun manifesting as the Bauchi State governor, Alhaji Isa Yuguda recently visited the Alaafin to show love for the Kabiyesi and Yoruba people entirely.”

Speaking on the need to preserve and promote Yoruba culture, Aare Ayanlakin said, “If tradition is properly observed, there will be less corruption and immoralities in the land.
“The culture preaches peace, sanity and good life, but the advent of western culture has damaged the real Yoruba culture and tradition and the only solution is for us to follow the tradition.”
He added further that “Yoruba culture didn’t say we should not blend with modernity, but we should do it in such a way that our cultural values and tradition will not be mutilated.”

“We have been working to ensure that our culture does not die and I want to urge all sons and daughters of Yoruba both at home and in the Diaspora to see the need to promote our cultural values. We have a very rich culture which if well preserved will sanitise our society of all forms of criminal activities and corruption.”

SHORT-TERM EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL

Depending on how much is taken and the physical condition of the individual, alcohol can cause:

Slurred speech
Drowsiness
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Upset stomach
Headaches
Breathing difficulties
Distorted vision and hearing
Impaired judgment
Decreased perception and coordination
Unconsciousness
Anemia (loss of red blood cells)
Coma
Blackouts (memory lapses, where the drinker cannot remember events that occurred while under the influence)

Long-term effects of alcohol

Binge drinking and continued alcohol use in large amounts are associated with many health problems, including:

Unintentional injuries such as car crash, falls, burns, drowning
Intentional injuries such as firearm injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence
Increased on-the-job injuries and loss of productivity
Increased family problems, broken relationships
Alcohol poisoning
High blood pressure, stroke, and other heart-related diseases
Liver disease
Nerve damage
Sexual problems
Permanent damage to the brain
Vitamin B₁ deficiency, which can lead to a disorder characterized by amnesia, apathy and disorientation
Ulcers
Gastritis (inflammation of stomach walls)
Malnutrition
Cancer of the mouth and throat

CCN COMMENDS NCPC FOR ITS LAUDABLE PILGRIMAGE ACTIVITIES

CCN COMMENDS NCPC FOR ITS LAUDABLE PILGRIMAGE ACTIVITIES

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The Chairman of the Christian Council of Nigeria (FCT chapter), Most Rev. Chimaroke Iweha who is also the Archbishop of the Methodist Church of Nigeria Abuja Diocese has commended the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Mr. John Kennedy Opara for enlarging the scope of Christian pilgrimage and for the remarkable height pilgrimage has attained in Nigeria.

He gave this commendation during a courtesy visit by the Executive members of the Christian Council of Nigeria (FCT chapter) to the Executive Secretary of NCPC in his office recently in Abuja.

Archbishop Iweha further appreciated the Executive for his giant strides and his contributions to the Christian community in Nigeria. In his Words, “you have initiated and executed so many pilgrimage programmes, we thank the Lord for making it a huge success”.

He appealed to NCPC boss to use his good offices to ensure that the right people are given the opportunity to travel on pilgrimage. He added that, if the right Christians are given the opportunity to travel, they would come back changed and in turn affect our country positively.
In his response, the Executive Secretary thanked the Chairman and members of his team for the love they have shown to the commission. He averred that the Christian faith is facing a lot of challenges, but he encouraged Christians to remain fervent. According to him, “I believe that the light has come for us to shine and very soon our trials would be over”.
The NCPC helmsman intimated his guest that the main aim of the Commission is to make pilgrimage a tool for moral and spiritual transformation. Mr. Opara appealed to them as church leaders to always encourage their members who are financially buoyant to sponsor Christians who are spiritually, rich but materially poor to go on pilgrimage. In his words, “this is the only way we can encourage those who are dedicated to God’s work”.
Mr. Opara intimated that NCPC has broadened its scope and runs pilgrimage all through the year. He added that the Commission has introduced the family Pilgrimage which would be flagged off in July. He explained that the family Pilgrimage is to afford families the opportunity to pray together and by this, our family values which have been lost would be restored.
He affirmed his support for the CCN while assuring them of his willingness to assist them in any way possible.
The Christian Council of Nigeria (CCN), is one of the five blocks of CAN made up of the: Anglican Communion, Methodist, Baptist, Presbyterian and the African Church among orthodox churches in Nigeria.