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Segun Ojolowo emerges as the new president of Ota Gravity Foundation

Published

2 years ago

June 20, 2024

Hon. Segun Ojolowo-Ojuko has been elected as the new President of the prestigious Ota Gravity Foundation (OGF).

The election took place on Monday, June 17, 2024, in Ota, where Ojolowo-Ojuko assumed leadership from his predecessor, Mr. Biodun Adeniran, FCA.

In his acceptance speech, Hon. Ojolowo-Ojuko praised the leadership and dedication of the outgoing Executive Council led by Mr. Adeniran and pledged his unwavering commitment to advancing the foundation’s mission.

He called on all members to support him in achieving the foundation’s goals while preserving its legacy.

The newly elected Executive Council members include:

Hon. Segun Ojolowo-Ojuko – President
High Chief Basirat Abimbola Abina – Vice President 1 (Nigeria)
Arc. Waliu Olaiwola Salako – Vice President 2 (Diaspora)
Yeye Kemi Adeogun – Social/Publicity Secretary
Alhaji Wasiu Lawal – Treasurer
Hon. Kola Salako – Secretary

The Ota Gravity Foundation is a prominent philanthropic organization in Ota, comprising distinguished members who have significantly contributed to the community through various developmental initiatives.

Notable members include Ogun Deputy Governor Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, lawyer and Islamic scholar Sheikh Alli Daudu, High Chief Olarenwaju Bashorun (Seriki Otta), and many others.

In his inaugural speech, President Ojolowo-Ojuko stated, “As a human, I can only assure you of my commitment and best efforts in pushing the foundation forward beyond where I found it. I believe the foundation needs to be redirected towards more engagements in the areas of social and financial sustainability.

“Our financial commitments are not encouraging, and I am not an exception. Our social engagement has been quite low, and I hope to improve it. Our membership needs to be more flexible to accommodate committed individuals as the constitution permits.

“All ongoing projects will be a priority for completion within a short period.”

He thanked all members for their support and trust, asserting, “With the team I am working with, Ota Gravity Foundation, if not the most successful and best in Ota, it will be one of the best in the near future.”

Hon. Ojolowo-Ojuko also expressed gratitude to the Board of Trustees, including Chair Aare Ayodele Bankole, Dr. (DCP) Lateef Ahmed, Mr. Kunle Somorin, Oluwo Ganiyu Dada-Obanibasiri, and Engr. Temitayo Idowu, for ensuring a seamless transition.

He announced that a date for the inauguration ceremony will be revealed soon.

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Crowds Gather for Rare Sunrise at Egypt’s Abu Simbel Temple

Published

3 weeks ago

October 23, 2026

David Ogunjobi

Hundreds of tourists gathered at Egypt’s Abu Simbel temple to witness the twice-yearly sunrise ceremony illuminating Pharaoh Ramses II’s statue

Hundreds of tourists gathered at Egypt’s Abu Simbel temple on Thursday to witness a spectacular sunrise phenomenon in which sunlight illuminated the face of the statue of Pharaoh Ramses II, an event that occurs only twice a year.

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The ancient astronomical ceremony drew visitors from different parts of the world to the archaeological site in southern Egypt on October 22, one of two dates associated with the phenomenon.

The second occurrence takes place on February 22, when the rising sun illuminates the temple’s interior.

Egyptian tour guide Yasser Fouad described the occasion as extraordinary, saying some visitors had stayed overnight to secure the opportunity to witness the event.

“Today is an extraordinary day, everyone is keen, there are people who stayed over the night, foreigners who actually spent the night in Abu Simbel to see this phenomenon,” Fouad said.

The Great Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel dates back to the 13th century BC and is among Egypt’s most prominent archaeological attractions.

Built during the reign of Ramses II, one of ancient Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs, the temple is renowned for its monumental statues and sophisticated architectural design.

The twice-yearly sunrise phenomenon is a major attraction, drawing visitors eager to witness the interaction between sunlight and the temple’s ancient structure.

The dates have traditionally been associated with significant moments in Ramses II’s life.

October 22 is commonly linked to his birthday, while February 22 is associated with his accession to the throne.

However, the precise historical reasons behind the dates remain debated.

Some archaeologists have proposed alternative explanations, including that they may have marked the pharaoh’s coronation and birthday.

Abu Simbel underwent a major international rescue operation in the 1960s, when archaeologists and engineers relocated the temples to protect them from flooding caused by the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

The monumental structures were cut into large blocks and reassembled at a higher location, preserving the site for future generations.

The relocation was one of the most significant archaeological preservation projects of the 20th century.

Despite the move, the temple continues to attract visitors for its ancient Egyptian art, monumental architecture and remarkable alignment with the rising sun.

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The annual gatherings highlight the enduring appeal of Egypt’s archaeological heritage and the continuing fascination with the astronomical knowledge and engineering achievements of its ancient civilisation.