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Afe Babalola Withdraws Defamation Cases Against Farotimi. See Why
Ado-Ekiti, January 27, 2025
The Founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Aare Afe Babalola SAN, has decided to withdraw the legal cases against activist and lawyer, Dele Farotimi. This decision was made after an intervention led by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and other prominent Yoruba traditional rulers.
Babalola had filed a petition with the Ekiti State Police Commissioner, alleging that Farotimi defamed him in his book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System. This led to Farotimi’s arrest and arraignment before two courts: a Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti for alleged criminal defamation and a Federal High Court in the same district for alleged cyber-bullying.
At a gathering held at Afe Babalola University after a midnight meeting with Yoruba monarchs, Babalola announced his intention to drop the charges. He said, “I will tell my lawyers to withdraw the case.”
The meeting was attended by several traditional rulers, including the Chairman of the Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers, Oba Ayorinde Ilori-Faboro (the Olojudo of Ido-Ekiti), Oba Adeyemo Adejugbe (the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti), Oba Joseph Adewole (the Ajero of Ijero-Ekiti), Oba Adejimi Adu (the Ogoga of Ikere-Ekiti), Oba Michael Ademolaju (the Oloye of Oye-Ekiti), and Oba Emmanuel Aladejare (the Alaaye of Efon-Ekiti).
During the meeting, Babalola expressed his disappointment over Farotimi’s accusations, stating, “I felt so bad that he accused me of winning all my cases through corruption.” He explained that he had previously rejected appeals to withdraw the cases, despite interventions from notable figures such as former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Catholic Bishop Matthew Kukah, and the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti.
“If you go through his pamphlet, you will see that he attacked many judges, including Supreme Court judges, by name,” Babalola said. “I am bothered because of where and how I started life—from the farm to where I am today.” However, he added, “There is nothing I am going to gain from his imprisonment or any damages. The only time I am happy is when I give.”
The Ooni of Ife, speaking on behalf of the monarchs, praised Babalola for his contributions to Yoruba culture, Nigeria, and the global community. “Your name is more than silver and gold,” the Ooni said, assuring Babalola that his reputation remained untarnished. “We, the obas, can attest to the hard work of Aare Afe Babalola. Nobody can joke with your name.”
Addressing Babalola directly, the Ooni said, “Dele Farotimi is your son, even if you do not know him personally. As elders and custodians of Yoruba culture, we appeal to you—enough is enough. Your name is intact, and we have resolved this matter in our own way.”
Babalola ultimately acknowledged the appeals of the monarchs and expressed his respect for the traditional institution, agreeing to end the legal proceedings.
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Prophet Jeremiah Prophet, the founding prophet and General Overseer of Christ Mercyland Deliverance Ministry, grieves as his 104 year old mother passes away. Mama Asetu Fufeyin, who died at the remarkable age of 104, lived a fulfiled life, IduwiniVoice canreport. The renowned Nigerian prophet shared the news on Saturday via his Facebook account, revealing the death of his mother on may 9.
In a deeply emotional message, Prophet Fufeyin paid tribute to his late but beloved mother, expressing his profound sense of loss:
“We sadly announce the passing of our beloved Mama Asetu on May 9th, 2025. Her life was a blessing, her memory a treasure. A Celebration of Life will be held to honor her legacy—details to follow. Forever in our hearts. Rest in eternal peace, Mama.”
Mama Asetu lived a long, meaningful life, and was dearly loved by her family and all who knew her. A “Celebration of Life” will be held in her honour, with additional details to be shared by the family soon.
She will be remembered for her unwavering strength, deep devotion, and the powerful spiritual legacy she leaves through her son, a leading prophetic voice in Nigeria and beyond.
May her soul rest in eternal peace.
The management of Gbaramatuvoice a leading Niger Delta media organisation that runs both print and telecasting of news, media, and current affairs, has announced the date for the anticipated 10th anniversary of the organisation’s operation.
This was shared in a post on its official whatsapp group where the management made the important announcement. While the venue and some other details remains unannounced,
the events marking the decade-long resilience of the organisation will be holding on August 27 and 28, 2025 as highlighted.
See details below:
“BREAKING: The Date is Set — GbaramatuVoice’s 10th Anniversary Celebration Revealed*
“The moment we’ve all been waiting for…
On August 27 & 28, 2025, GbaramatuVoice will celebrate a monumental 10 years of telling untold stories from the Niger Delta.
“To mark this significant milestone, we will be hosting a special 10th Anniversary Celebration featuring key stakeholders, partners, media professionals, and cultural icons. The event will include the unveiling of landmark projects, awards presentations, and a renewed commitment to the future of indigenous storytelling and impactful media.
Further details regarding the venue, special guests, and program schedule will be released in the coming days.
For media inquiries, partnerships, or participation, please contact:
Phone: +234 814 345 9986
Website: www.gbaramatuvoicenews.com
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Niger Deltans watch in keen anticipation of what promises to be truly spectacular.
Don’t go nowhere… IduwiniVoice will bring yup to speed with details of pre-, during, and post-events.
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Bishop Oyedepo has announced that 32 transformers will be used to power the Ark when it comes on stream after it’s November dedication. According to him, during the second service yesterday, 4th May 2025 at the Faith Tabernacle, this will be required because of the large power requirement at the new building. The Ark will have 129 elevators, travelators and escalators which will move worshippers including elderly people and in other cases, challenged folks who require healing up and down the 4 floor, 109,000 capacity bowl as well as the 5,000 capacity youth church and 20,000 seat children’s church. Additionally, the staff will operate between the 12 twin tower mission headquarters and use of the staircase may not always be practicable.
Canaanland already had a 15MW Power plant installed in 2016 but this will be inadequate for power needs of the Ark. The Dome will also draw 1MW of solar energy to the facility while the roof is designed to gather rain 🌧 water to aid in flushing the 1,200 restrooms by gravity.
The transformers located at the new power plant required to power plant is much bigger than the present plant.
It is believed to be already under construction and would be finished in time for the dedication of the Ark.
The new Megawatt power plant reported to be 80MW will help to supply electricity to the whole of Canaanland including The Ark, Covenant University, Canaan City and possibly some parts of Ota.
According to Bishop Oyedepo, Canaanland has never experienced a complete electricity blackout since 1999 contrary to the norm in Nigeria.
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