Tsion Academy Opens Second School Campus, Rededicates to Quality Education

 

Driven by a continued passion for education and a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young people, Tsion Academy has launched its second free schooling facility in Ile-Ife, Nigeria This passion has been the driving force behind Tsion Academy's growth and success, and has led the team to successfully manage the first school facility over the last one year.  

According to Abayomi Adeola Della, founder of Tsion Academy, the launch of the new facility is a testament of the fact that a system of free quality education is possible, and that it indeed takes a village to raise a child. 

Under Della's visionary leadership, Tsion Academy has established itself as a centre of academic excellence and character development. Also, the institution's commitment to nurturing the whole child - intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, and physically, has earned it a reputation in the Ile-Ife Community, as a trusted partner in education.

The new free school facility in Ile-Ife opened its doors to students on Monday, 28th April, 2025. Excited about the possibilities that the new school presents, Abayomi Adeola Della and the Tsion Academy team looks forward to a life of continuous excellence and integrity based service to the students and the Ile-Ife community at large.

While appreciating the Big Brothers, Sisters, sponsors, financial partners and volunteers who have supported Tsion Academy thus far, Della also reiterated the need for continuous sponsorship and partnership  for Tsion Academy. She enjoined future partners and sponsors to reach out via the academy’s website and social media profiles accordingly. Instagram bio @tsionacademy

Annie’s Chatroom to Host Sierra Leone Women Summit

Annie's Chatroom, a social initiative led by Annie is set to host the 2025 edition of the Sierra Leone Women Summit

The event which is scheduled for April, 2025 is targeted at women and other individuals who are passionate about driving true change in the Sierra Leon Women Ecosystem. 

 

According to Annie, Founder of Annies's Chatroom, the Sierra Leone Women Summit is a gathering that seeks to bring women together from all sectors of the society and provide a platform for open discussions where we can collectively address the challenges women face and explore potential solutions. 

 

While speaking to the NELOC Media News Correspondent, Annie emphasised the fact that the Summit is open to everyone whether you are a trader, hairdresser, homemaker, parliamentarian engineer, student, banker, civil servant, medical professional, legal practitioner, farmer, seamstress or any other professional. Whosoever you are or may be, your voice is essential.

 

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Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of this transformative movement. Join us and contribute to shaping a better future for women in Sierra Leone. Every woman’s voice must be heard.

Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola Celebrates 120th Posthumous Birthday

Joseph Ayo Babalola who was born on 25th April 1904 and died on the 26th of July 1959 was the founder of the Christ Apostolic Church, popularly called Aladura in Nigeria. He was credited with special healing powers and the anointing of the Holyspirit.

In 1930 Faith Tabernacle affiliated with the British Apostolic Church. Then following a schism in the Apostolic Church about 1940, Bablola went with a new independent church, Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), where he continued his healing and revivalistic activities until his death. The CAC regards Babalola as an apostle and his revival ministry as the beginning of the church. A CAC retreat center was built at Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun State where Babalola was first called in 1928.

The Christ Apostolic Church has not died along with Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola in 1959. In fact it has grown rapidly over the years, with many churches under the Christ Apostolic Church name but each church with a specific branch name. The Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU) a private Nigerian university located in Ikeji-Arakeji in Osun State, established by the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Worldwide is named after him, located at the place where he says he was called by God in 1928.

He was the first prophet God used to lead a great revival in Nigeria after the raising of a 10 years old boy in 1930.

He was the first General Evangelist of the Christ Apostolic Church, a church that metamorphosed from a prayer group popularly called Egbe Aladura in Nigeria.

The Aladura Movement nucleated at Ijebu-Ode in 1918. Babalola was endowed with healing powers.

Joseph Ayodele Babalola was born of Yoruba parents, David Rotimi and Madam Marta Talabi on April 25, 1904 who belonged to the Anglican Church. The family lived at Odo-Owa, a small town about ninety kilometres from Ilorin in Kwara State, Nigeria. His father was the Ba ba Ijo (“church father”) of the C.M.S. Church at Odo-Owa.On January 18, 1914, young Babalola was taken by his brother M. 0. Rotimi, a Sunday school teacher in the C.M.S. Church at Ilofa, who later took him to Osogbo.
Babalola started school at Ilofa and got as far as standard five at All Saints’ School, Osogbo. However, he quit school when he decided to learn a trade and became a motor mechanic apprentice. Again, he did not continue long in this vocation before joining the Public Works Department (PWD). He was among the road workers who constructed the road from Igbara-Oke to Ilesa, working as a steam roller driver.

Babalola’s was a specific and personal call. Babalola’s strange experience started on the night of September 25th, 1928 when he suddenly became restless and could not sleep. This went on for a week and he had no inkling of the causes of such a strange experience. The climax came one day when he was, as usual, working on the Ilesa-Igbara-Oke road. Suddenly the steam roller’s engine stopped to his utter amazement. There was no visible mechanical problem, and Joseph became confused and perplexed. He was in this state of confusion when a great voice “like the sound of many waters” called him three times. The voice was loud and clear and it told him that he would die if he refused to heed the divine call to go into the world and preach. Babalola did not want to listen to this voice and he responded like many of the Biblical prophets, who, when they were called out by Yahweh as prophets, did not normally yield to the first call. So, Babalola gave in only after he had received the assurance of divine guidance.

To answer the call, he had to resign his appointment with the Public Works Department. Mr. Fergusson, the head of his unit, tried to dissuade him from resigning but the young man was bent on going on the Lord’s mission. The same voice came to Joseph a second time asking him to fast for seven days. The experience led him to a personal retreat in the home of Joseph Fapounda a Christian leader in Christ Missionary Society in Ipetu Ijesa in Ogun State Nigeria.

In a vision he had, Jesus appeared to him in a white robe along with a very tall man who revealed that it was this Jesus who asked me to speak with you. The man in a dazzling robe spoke at length about the mission he was to embark upon. The man also told him of the persecutions he would face and at the same time assured him of God’s protection and victory. A hand prayer bell was given to Babalola as a symbol. He was told that the sound of the bell would always drive away evil spirits. He was also given a bottle of “life- giving water” to heal all manners of sickness. Consequently, wherever and whenever he prayed into water for therapeutic purposes, effective healing was procured for those who drank the water. Thus, Babalola became a prophet and a man with extraordinary powers.

   

Biography of Honorable Adejoro Adeogun

Adejoro Adeogun is a Nigerian politician and businessman who served as a member of the House of Representatives from 2019 to 2023, representing Akoko South East/South West Federal Constituency. He held key positions in the 9th Assembly, including Deputy Chairman of the Committee on National Security and Intelligence and Chairman of an Ad Hoc Committee on recovered loots. Before entering politics, Adeogun had a successful business career, serving as Managing Director of Magnum and Hunter Limited and holding board positions in three other companies. He also worked in public service as Managing Director of the Rivers State Waste Management Company, where he implemented reforms and improved service delivery. Adeogun has a strong educational background, with degrees from Manchester Business School, the United States Merchant Marine Academy, and the University of Ibadan. He is also the founder of Brentonwoods and Trinity Leadership Foundation, which focuses on empowering youths, nurturing young leaders, and nation- building through educational initiatives and mentoring programs

Maendeleo Africa Fellowship Open Applications for 2025 Program

Evolufy Africa, a non-profit organisation has officially opened its application portal for submissions into  Cohort 5 of the Maendeleo Africa Fellowship Program (2025).

Are you a young African committed to driving change in your community? Evolufy Africa invites passionate youth to apply for the Maendeleo Africa Fellowship Program (MAFP) 2025 — an intensive, impact-driven fellowship designed to empower the next generation of African changemakers. 

About the Maendeleo Africa Fellowship

The Maendeleo Fellowship is tailored for NGO founders, volunteers, and young social impact leaders working across the SDGs. It offers a transformational journey in leadership development, civic engagement, self-discovery, and strategic collaboration, equipping fellows to lead boldly and build solutions that matter. 

Why You Should Apply

Gain hands-on training in leadership, innovation, and community development Receive mentorship from seasoned African professionals and experts Join a vibrant network of changemakers across 15+ African countries Design and implement your own impact project Access internship opportunities in the development sector Since its launch, Maendeleo has trained over 400 youth leaders and catalyzed 9+ high-impact community projects in education, health, and agriculture. 

Eligibility

African youth aged 18–35 Active in community service, NGO work, or social entrepreneurship Committed to advancing the SDGs and solving real challenges 

Application Timelines

 Application Opens: April 7, 2025 Deadline: April 19, 2025 Apply Now:https://forms.gle/FsTwv5kB2ETjCnX3A

Biography of Senator Dino Melaye

Senator Dino Melaye is a lawyer, activist, patriot, and above all, a servant of the Nigerian people. His journey through politics has never been conventional. He has stood in the lion's den, challenged giants, and raised his voice when silence seemed safer. He has been praised and persecuted, celebrated and vilified-but he has never wavered in his mission to speak the truth, no matter the cost. Born in Ayetoro Gbede, Kogi State, his roots are grounded in the rich soil of resilience. From the halls of Ahmadu Bello University to the chambers of the National Assembly, he has never forgotten who he is or why he fights. He has taken risks that shook the foundations of power, called out corruption where it thrived, and dared to remain upright when others bowed. Against All Odds is more than a book-it is a reflection of his battles, beliefs, and scars. It is the story of a man who has been pushed, tested, and tried, but never broken. Through these pages, he invites you to walk with him through the fire-and witness how he turned resistance into resilience.

 

Senator Dino Melaye is active on social media. You can connect with him via his official handles on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X 

Biography of Fathia Balogun Williams

Actress Fathia Balogun Williams is a veteran female actress, movie producer, and director in the Nollywood movie industry. With a career spanning above twenty years...

Fathia Balogun is the Chief Executive Officer, House Of Faiteer. She is a multiple award Winning Actress, Film Maker and dedicated Mother.

Movies by Fathia Balogun

Fathia Balogun has produced, directed and featured in over 200 movies. The list includes:

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