Maye Hosts Cherubim and Seraphim Leaders, Becomes Grand Patron of TUCC&S

Maye Hosts Cherubim and Seraphim Leaders, Becomes Grand Patron of TUCC&S

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It was a gathering of “who is who” in the Cherubim and Seraphim Church as the Primate and Archbishop of the United Church of Cherubim and Seraphim-TUCC&S, His Spiritual Eminence, Most Revd. (Dr) Ebenezer Durojaiye Adereti led the top echelons of the church on an episcopal visit to the Maye of Yoruba land, His Royal Eminence, Dr AbdulRahaman Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin at his Maye Castle of Peace, Ile-Ife.

Revealing the purpose of their visit, the Deputy Archbishop of TUCC&S and the Bishop of Edo Diocese, Right Revd Oniwaya extolled the many virtues, qualities and astounding records and successes which made the Maye stand out and made the Council of Bishops of the TUCC&S to appoint him as the Grand Patron of the Church.

He expressed optimism that with his appointment as the Grand Patron, the Maye will use his resources and influence to move the Church to the next level especially in the areas of evangelism, organisation of crusades and camp ground.

Earlier in his speech the Primate and Archbishop of the United Church of Cherubim and Seraphim-TUCC&S, His Spiritual Eminence, Most Revd. (Dr) Ebenezer Durojaiye Adereti disclosed that the position of the Grand Patron had been vacant for some time even before he became the primate and it had been his desire that such a position should be given to an Ife son.

He expressed his gladness that when he nominated Dr Adedoyin, both the Council and all the people who were contacted to pray about it accepted him.

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In his acceptance speech, the Maye of Yoruba land, His Royal Eminence, Dr AbdulRahaman Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin emphasised the importance of giving, using different experiences he had with the late Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Okunade Sijuwade from whom he learnt the art and act of philanthropy.

While thanking the entire Council for counting him worthy of the position of the Grand Patron, Adedoyin, who is a Muslim narrated his experience of how Christians and Muslims were leaving and worshipping together in peace when he and his wife, who is a Christian and founder of a church, visited Jerusalem on a pilgrimage and wondered why Nigerians could not also practice the same religious tolerance

He used the occasion to announce a yearly 2 million naira scholarship award to any qualified applicant selected by the church to study at Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Ife North Local Government as well as the award of honourary doctorate degree from Our Saviors’ University to a member of the Church.

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Also in her remark, the Yeye Maye and wife of Dr Adedoyin, Chief (Mrs.) Olufunmilayo Iyabode Adedoyin gave thanks to God and noted “we owe everything in life to God.” She also expressed her appreciation to TUCC&S for bestowing such an honour on her husband.

Among those who accompanied the Primate and Archbishop of the United Church of Cherubim and Seraphim-TUCC&S, His Spiritual Eminence, Most Revd. (Dr) Ebenezer Durojaiye Adereti on the episcopal visit were; Deputy Archbishop Oniwaya of Edo Diocese, Deputy Archbishop and Lady Captain Olanrewaju of Oke Osun, Right Revd Dr S.O Kolawole of Iju, Akure Diocese, Right Revd and Lady Captain Omotoye of Ife Diocese and Right Revd Oluwaranti of Ipele

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Other Bishops present also included; Right Revd and Lady Captain Adejoorin of Ijesa Diocese, the Bishop Administration, Right Revd and Lady Captain Aramide and an Ex officio of the Council, Canon Chief Olatunde Taiwo among other high ranking officials of the Church.

Also at hand to receive them were members of the Maye in Council, which include Bishop (Prof) Olajire Bamisaye, Chief Aworeni, Chief Aworinde, Chief Mudashiru, Dr Odeyemi and Prince Tilewa Adewole

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1. The Primate and Archbishop of The United Church of Cherubim and Seraphim Worldwide, His Spiritual Eminence Most Revd (Revd) Ebenezer Durojaiye Adereti, His wife, Lady Captain Adereti, The Maye of Yoruba land, His Royal Eminence, Dr Abdul-Rahamon Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin, the Yeye Maye, Chief (Mrs)Oluwafunmilayo Iyabode Adedoyin and the Bishops of TUCC&S during the visit


2. The Primate and Archbishop of The United Church of Cherubim and Seraphim Worldwide, His Spiritual Eminence Most Revd (Dr) Ebenezer Durojaiye Adereti receiving a gift from the Yeye Maye, Chief (Mrs)Oluwafunmilayo Iyabode Adedoyin during the visit


3. The Primate and Archbishop of The United Church of Cherubim and Seraphim Worldwide, His Spiritual Eminence Most Revd (Revd) Ebenezer Durojaiye Adereti, The Maye of Yoruba land, His Royal Eminence, Dr Abdul-Rahamon Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin, the Yeye Maye, Chief (Mrs)Oluwafunmilayo Iyabode Adedoyin and the Wives of the Bishops of TUCC&S during the visit

4. The Primate and Archbishop of The United Church of Cherubim and Seraphim Worldwide, His Spiritual Eminence Most Revd (Revd) Ebenezer Durojaiye Adereti with The Maye of Yoruba land, His Royal Eminence, Dr Abdul-Rahamon Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin during the visit

 

MAYE DOLES OUT 100MILLION NAIRA SCHOLARSHIP

MAYE DOLES OUT 100MILLION NAIRA SCHOLARSHIP

His Royal Eminence, Dr Ramon  Adedoyin

The Maye of Yoruba land and Chancellor of Oduduwa University, His Royal Eminence, Dr Ramon Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin in his characteristic philanthropic gesture has declared his intention to grant one hundred million naira scholarship to 50 applicants of Yoruba origin every year.

The business mogul and philanthropist, made the revelation last week in a chat with The Informant Newspaper.

According to him the scholarship which is at the rate of 2 million naira per candidate will cover tuition for the entire degree programme for successful candidates at Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Ife North Local Government for the course of their choice.

The Maye who said all sons and daughters of Yorubas are eligible for the scholarship called on all first class traditional rulers in Yoruba land to avail themselves the gesture by nominating their subjects for the opportunity.

Maye of Yoruba land

He noted that many frontline traditional rulers whose candidates are currently enjoying such scholarship include; the Ooni of Ife, the Alaafin of Oyo, the Oluwo of Iwo and the Apetu of Ipetumodu among others.

He disclosed that qualified indigent students of Yoruba extraction can also collect the scholarship forms from any of the organisations that belong to the Adedoyin conglomerate.

Oduduwa University currently runs 19 degree programmes spread across Ramon Adedoyin College of Natural and Applied Sciences (RACONAS), Ramon Adedoyin College of Engineering and Technology (RACOET), College of Management and Social Sciences and Oba Okunade Sijuwade College of Environmental Design and Management to which the successful candidates may be admitted.

 

Maye Eulogises Gov Oyetola, Bishop Oyedepo at 66

Maye with Governor Oyetola

 The Maye of Yoruba land and Chancellor of Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Ife North Local Government, His Royal Eminence, Dr AbdulRahman Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin described Osun State Governor, Isiaka Adegboyega Oyetola as a rare technocrat who has impacted positively on the state in less than two years of his assumption of office.

In a congratulatory message to the Governor on the occasion of his 66^th birthday, Dr Adedoyin described the various achievements of his administration as unsurpassed in the history of the state despite the meager resources at the his disposal.

He noted that the Oyetola has brought his peaceful and calm personality to bear on the state, such that Osun is now regarded as one of the most peaceful states in Nigeria.

While wishing Governor Oyetola more fruitful years on earth as he became a year older 0n the 29^th of September, Adedoyin enjoined him to keep on with the works and continue to pursue programmes that make life more meaningful for the people of Osun State

Maye with Bishop Oyedepo

In the same vein the renowned educationist has congratulated the Presiding Bishop of the Living Faith Church Worldwide,(Winners’ Chapel) Dr David Oyedepo who also celebrated his 66th birthday on the 27th of September describing him as one of God’s greatest gifts to Nigeria.

He noted that Bishop Oyedepo is a man of God who has made great marks both in the religious and educational spheres in Nigeria, as the head of one of the largest Christian ministries in Nigeria and two world class universities among other exploits.

The renowned educationist thanked God for adding another year to the Bishop’s age and prayed that God will continue to strengthen him to do greater acts in His name.

“YOU ARE A TRUE EXAMPLE OF A GOOD MUSLIM” - ADEDOYIN TELLS OUTGOING NBTE BOSS

 

“YOU ARE A TRUE EXAMPLE OF A GOOD MUSLIM” ADEDOYIN TELLS OUTGOING NBTE BOSS

Dr Ma’saudu Kasaure, mni

The Executive Chairman and founder of the first federal government approved private polytechnic in Nigeria, The Polytechnic, Ife, His Royal Eminence, Dr AbdulRahman Adegoke Atobatele Adedoyin has described the outgoing Executive Secretary of the National Board for Technical Education, NBTE, Dr Ma’saudu Kasaure, mni as a humble, respectful and humane person who can be described as a true example of a good Muslim.

Dr Adedoyin stated this in a goodwill message to the Dr Kasaure who will be completing his tenure as the Executive Secretary of the NBTE on the Monday the 5^th of October after a ten year stint at the Board.

He described the Executive Secretary as a very progressive Nigeria whose tenure at the board has brought significant changes to the face of technical, vocational and innovation education in the country.

He noted that under Dr Kasaure’s leadership, the NBTE had risen to a total of 131 Polytechnics, 33 Colleges of Agriculture, 50 Colleges of Health Science and Technology, 31 Specialized Institutions, 152 Innovation Enterprise Institutions, 79 Vocational Enterprise Institutions and 119 Technical Colleges, adding that from 2007 to date, government has granted approval to 56 private polytechnics, 152 Innovation Enterprise Institutions and 79 Vocational Enterprise Institutions in addition to Colleges of Health Sciences and Technology

The renowned educationist who disclosed that he had been relating with NBTE for about 25 years

Dr AbdulRahman Adedoyin

added that the NBTE under the leadership of Dr Kasaure has been encouraging the establishment of more private polytechnics and Innovative Enterprise Institutions in order to diversify and expand access for prospective applicants

He noted that over 56 curricula have been reviewed from 2016 to date while some curricula were also developed in new and emerging fields including HND Explosive Ordinance, ND/HND Railway Engineering Technology, HND Aviation Management, ND Cement Engineering Technology and HND Mechatronics Engineering Technology in the Board’s quest to ensure demand-driven curricula under Dr Kasaure’s leadership.

While enjoining the outgoing Executive Secretary to continue to keep in touch, Dr Adedoyin who is also the Chancellor and Founder of Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Ife North Local Government prayed that God will continue be with him and direct him on his next endeavor.