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  ‘Ipese’ Goes Wrong In Ibadan Church As 5-worshipers Die, Others Hospitalised After Eaten Five worshippers have been confirmed dead, while others are on admission at the Infectious Disease Centre, Olodo area of Ibadan, Oyo State, after they took part in a feast known in Yoruba parlance as ipese organised by an Ibadan-based white-garment church, Nigerian Tribune has reported. However, as of the time of filing this report on Saturday, about 50 of the worshippers had been discharged from the centre. Sunday Tribune gathered that the incident happened during a service held in the church last Sunday. The feast otherwise known as ipese, as reliably informed, is part of the traditional events in conformity with the church’s doctrine. A source in the church said that it has not been established medically whether the ipese was responsible for the death of the affected victims. According to him, “I ate the prepared beans like every other member, including the victims and nothing happened to ...

Birthday: Hon. Ademola Alalade Congratulates Power Minister, Oloye Bayo Adelabu on 54th  Birthday Hon. Ademola Alalade, a respected politician, Ibadan North Federal Representative hopeful has joined numerous well-wishers to celebrate the power minister's birthday. Hon. Alalade described Oloye Adelabu as a visionary leader, dedicated public servant, and exemplary politician who has consistently demonstrated a passion for Nigeria's development. "I am delighted to celebrate my dear friend and political associate, Oloye Bayo Adelabu, on his special day," Hon. Alalade said. "His tireless efforts to transform Nigeria's power sector and improve the lives of citizens are truly commendable." Hon. Alalade highlighted Oloye Adelabu's impressive career, from his tenure as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria to his current role as Minister of Power. "His expertise, leadership, and commitment to excellence have earned him recognition and respect ac...