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EVENT: @FelaDurotoye And Airtel To Inspire Students Across Nigerian Campuses
Nigeria’s leading inspirational speaker, nation-builder and multi-award winning author, Fela Durotoye, is set to embark on a leadership and personal transformation tour of eight Nigerian campuses, tagged DELIVER THE FUTURE.
The DTF tour, a GEMSTONE Nation Builders Foundation initiative, which is proudly supported by Nigeria’s leading telecommunications service provider, Airtel, will see Durotoye and other inspirational speakers storm identified campuses with series of energetic, engaging and exciting activities aimed at inspiring and infusing the next generation of leaders with exemplary values required to achieve personal success and ultimately transform Nigeria into a most desirable Nation to live in.
According to Fela Durotoye who was speaking at the official press conference announcing the tour, DTF hopes to “leave in its trail Academic Excellence by engaging the Academic and Non-Academic staff of the school to improve the standard of communication and process of knowledge impartation, thereby creating a more conducive learning environment.”
Mr. Fela Durotoye (CEO Gemstone Group) addressing the media
Speaking further about the purpose of the tour, he stated that, “DTF’s mission is to raise leaders of excellence at every stage and age who will commit to the process of building Nigeria. DTF intends to build such leaders in every school, leaders who will commit to the educational, moral, social infrastructural growth and development of the school while still students, and even more so as part of the alumni. This program will also create a platform for past students of the institutions to come on board to support and contribute to the school’s developmental policies.”
Speaking on the initiative, Chief Executive Officer, Airtel Nigeria, Mr. Segun Ogunsanya, noted that Airtel as a youth-centric telecoms organisation gives priority to the needs of Nigerian youths and supporting them to achieve their dream.
Chairman Advisory Board, Gemstone Nation Builders Foundation, Mr. Andu Afolabi with CEO Gemstone Group, Mr. Fela Durotoye
Ogunsanya said, “Airtel Nigeria through ‘Deliver The Future’ has identified the timely need to orientate Nigerian youths because they are the future of Nigeria. The initiative provides them a rare opportunity to gain edifying knowledge, wisdom and discernment from the activities and the motivational speakers. It is practical that as a forward-thinking organization we encourage and motivate our future leaders in order to prepare them for the task ahead.”
The tour arrives each campus with three exciting competitions that connect young future leaders in universities with icons of success who have become positive role models of excellence.
The competitions include Positive Vibes, a music competition showcasing talent, good music and positive lyrics; Campus Speaker Number One, where aspiring young speakers showcase their speaking skills and ability to inspire others and AddVantage, a business competition for budding campus entrepreneurs to present their ideas and get angel investors on board.
The eight schools that will play host to the first season of DTF are Benson Idahosa University, University of Ibadan, Ahmadu Bello University, University of Port-Harcourt, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, University of Ilorin, Obafemi Awolowo University, University of Lagos.
DTF provides a unique opportunity for students to leverage on the opportunity of alliance between students and alumni to create and build on mentorship and acquaintances.
The Deliver The Future Tour is powered by GEMSTONE NATION BUILDERS FOUNDATION, a not-for-profit, that seeks to inspire, empower, motivate and raise leaders of excellence, at every level of society who are willing to commit to an exemplary lifestyle of leadership and excellence to enable them build personal success and ultimately, build Nigeria into a most desirable nation to live in.
The tour is also proudly supported by Ideacentric and EbonyLifeTV
Journalists at the Press Conference
FAQs
1. What is the DTF Tour?
The DTF Tour is a Personal Leadership and National Transformation Tour of Nigerian Tertiary Institutions. The tour storms the campuses with highly exciting positive music alongside highly inspiring motivational speeches and business competitions called ‘Positive Vibes’, ‘Campus Speaker Number One’ and ÁDDvantage Campus Entrepreneur’ respectively.
What is Positive Vibes?
Positive Vibes is a musical competition aimed at getting Nigerians students with incredible song writing and production skills to produce and present the most inspiring positive lyrics with the grooviest soundtracks in a way that uses music to spread the right values and inspire their audience to believe in themselves and in our nation.
What is Campus Speaker Number One?
The Campus Speaker Number One is a high energy talent hunt for students with amazing oratory and inspirational public speaking skills.
Representatives of GEMSTONE Nation Builders Foundation and Airtel Nigeria in a group photograph
What is ADDvantage Campus Enterprise?
The ADDvantage Campus Enterprise is a venture capital competition where angel investors are mobilized by GEMSTONE and encouraged to invest their time in mentoring upcoming enterpreneurs. Beyond mentoring, the angel investors are encouraged to invest their venture capital in viable businesses presented to them during this competition.
2. Who are the organizers and sponsors?
The DTF Tour is organized by GEMSTONE Nation Builders Foundation. And it is sponsored by Airtel, IdeaCentric and EbonyLiveTV.
3. Who is GEMSTONE?
GEMSTONE Nation Builders Foundation is a leadership development institution with a mission to raise a generation of leaders that are Empowered, Motivated and Stirred To Operate with Natural Excellence. GEMSTONE has a network that reaches primary schools, secondary schools, universities and communities.
4. What schools is the DTF Tour going to visit?
Benson Idahosa University (October 29)
University of Ibadan.
University of Ilorin.
Federal University of Technology, Owerri.
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ife.
University of Port Harcourt.
University of Lagos.
5. What is the program for each school?
The program is going to run for four days in each school.
DAY ONE: Meeting with University administrators.
DAY TWO: Meeting with University Lecturers. Meeting with students and start of competitions.
DAY THREE: Meeting with Student Leaders. Meeting with Students, continuation and completion of competitions.
DAY FOUR: Breakfast meeting with University Alumni.
6. Why is the DTF Tour different?
The DTF Tour is the first ever holistic leadership development Campus Tour that speaks to all stakeholders; School Administrators, Lecturers, Students and Alumni.
7. What is the ultimate objective of the DTF Tour?
DTF is guaranteed to be the most exciting platform for infusing our next generation leaders with the exemplary values required to achieve personal success and ultimately transform Nigeria into a most desirable Nation to live in.
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An old social media reply by Evangelist Mike Bamiloye has resurfaced following the box office success of ‘Agbara Nla’.
In November 2024, Bamiloye responded to a user who accused the producers of tarnishing the image of traditional deities in the then-upcoming film and described Christianity as “stupid.” The veteran filmmaker did not hold back in setting the record straight on the supremacy of “The God we serve”.
He concluded his response with a prayer: “You shall be converted to Jesus Christ and preach the gospel I have been preaching for the past 50 years.”
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‘Agbara Nla’ is currently showing in cinemas nationwide and has reportedly grossed over N170 million in its opening weekend.
Apostle Ohis Ojeikere recently during a service at The Votage Church captivated the congregation by introducing a grown man who, as a five-year-old child, was reportedly raised from the dead by the late, legendary pioneer of African Pentecostalism, Archbishop Benson Idahosa.
A video of the powerful and extraordinary testimony shows the young man tell the extraordinary story of how he had died decades earlier at age 5, only to be brought back to life through the fierce faith and prayers of the Archbishop.
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Archbishop Benson Idahosa, the founder of the Church of God Mission International, was widely known throughout his life for his radical approach to faith. While this specific man was raised at age 5, Idahosa’s very first recorded resurrection miracle occurred when he was just a 24-year-old evangelist in Benin City.
According to archival audio and written testimonies from The Dictionary of African Christian Biography: A young Idahosa heard his pastor preach about Jesus’ command to “heal the sick and raise the dead”. Taking it literally, he rode his bicycle through town looking for a dead person to pray for.
The First Miracle: He found a home where a 3-year-old girl (named Inuaghata) had passed away. After clearing the room—following the pattern of Jesus—he prayed aggressively, and the child sneezed and returned to life.
The presentation by Apostle Ohis Ojeikere serves as a living continuation of that legacy, showcasing a grown witness to the miracle ministry that defined Idahosa’s lifetime.
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This comes days after the senior pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre caught his wife completely off guard by presenting her with a very large bouquet of fresh flowers alongside a handwritten love note reassuring her of his undying love.
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A video of the affectionate moment quickly circulated on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, showing Dr. Becky visibly shocked, blushing, and overjoyed by the spontaneous gesture. In the clip, she playfully reacts to the massive size of the arrangement—calling it “sweet cuteness”—before the couple shares an emotional embrace.
The romantic gesture has been widely praised by followers and media outlets as an inspiring example of maintaining passion, care, and a strong marital bond while managing large-scale ministry responsibilities.
In a powerful display of humanitarian action, the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has successfully evacuated a second batch of 105 stranded Nigerians from South Africa. The group arrived safely at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos late on Friday night, October 1, 2026.
This latest airlift is part of a massive, church-funded intervention designed to rescue citizens facing intense anti-migrant pressure and growing xenophobic tensions in South Africa.
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- Who Returned: The second batch of 105 individuals included 55 adults, 45 children, and 5 infants.
- The Total So Far: This flight brings the cumulative number of rescued Nigerians to 205 people, following the first batch of 100 citizens who landed safely on September 24, 2026.
- The $265,000+ Commitment: Driven by an urgent appeal from the Nigerian High Commission, RCCG General Overseer Pastor Enoch Adeboye approved a $265,854 donation to purchase one-way tickets home.
- What’s Next: The church has committed to evacuating a total target of 500 distressed Nigerians, meaning approximately 295 citizens are still awaiting profiling and future flights home.
The timing of the flight was incredibly narrow. Just two days prior, on September 30, a deadline issued by South African anti-migrant groups demanded that undocumented foreigners leave the country.
Returning citizens shared harrowing stories upon landing in Lagos. Many detailed a reality of constant police harassment, fear of violence, and systemic barriers that made running local businesses impossible. According to several returnees, even legally documented foreign residents were being pressured to leave, creating an atmosphere of ambient fear.
Despite being funded entirely by a Christian organization, officials have emphasized that the intervention transcends religion. Pastor Belemina Obunge, Chairman of the RCCG Task Force, reinforced that the operation is strictly a humanitarian safety net meant to complement the Nigerian Federal Government’s ongoing repatriation efforts. The only prerequisite for receiving a ticket home is Nigerian nationality.
As the remaining 295 citizens await their paperwork and flights, the focus now shifts toward helping these 205 returnees pick up the pieces and rebuild their lives back home in Nigeria.
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- The October Standard: Crowned as the highest single-day box office gross on record for an October movie release.
- A Faith-Based Benchmark: Set a monumental new industry standard as the largest opening performance ever for a faith-based production in the region.
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For decades, the original 1993 Mount Zion Christian classic Agbara Nla (internationally known as The Ultimate Power) held a sacred place in the hearts of millions. The groundbreaking series captivated audiences with its raw spiritual themes and unforgettable characters.
Decades later, the magic is back. The modern sequel is directed by the talented duo Damilola Mike-Bamiloye and Joshua Bamiloye, representing a powerful collaboration between Mount Zion Film Productions, Sozo Films, and Circuits.
In a nostalgic treat for lifelong fans, veteran creator Mike Bamiloye reprises his iconic role as the herbalist Isawuru, bridging the gap between old-school legacy and modern cinematic excellence.
What truly sets Agbara Nla: The Return apart is the unprecedented atmosphere it is creating in theaters. This isn’t just a standard movie-going experience; it has turned into a moving, spiritual event.
Reports across various screening halls indicate that the film’s powerful themes have sparked incredible, spontaneous communal reactions. Rather than just sitting silently, audience members have been breaking out into unified worship, singing, and prayer directly inside cinema halls. It is a testament to the film’s deep emotional and spiritual resonance with the public.
Agbara Nla: The Return has proven that faith-based cinema holds immense commercial power, cultural relevance, and artistic excellence in modern Nollywood. The film is currently drawing massive crowds, making it the must-see cinematic event of the year.
Dunamis International Christian Center is set to commission a pedestrian bridge in the Federal Capital Territory.
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Tens of thousands of worshippers converged on the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, on Friday, October 2, 2026, for the 10th anniversary edition of the Luli Concert (LC10).
The landmark dusk-to-dawn interdenominational gospel event was centered around the theme “I Will Rejoice in the God of My Salvation” (Habakkuk 3:18). Attendees, many dressed in traditional white garments, filled the venue for a night of intense praise, worship, and spiritual revival.
A massive central choir led the energetic crowd in non-stop, spirit-led gospel music and worship throughout the night. It also featured ministrations from renowned gospel ministers including Tope Alabi, Shola Allyson, Lillian Nneji, Paul Tomisin, and others.
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A pastor has sparked reactions online after refunding a N2 million donation from a 24-year-old church member who could not provide a clear explanation of the source of his income.
The incident was narrated by an X user, who detailed how the cleric declined the offering and returned the funds.
My pastor called out a guy today who donated ₦2 million to the church account.
“Who is Mr. P…? I want to pray for him.”
He came out excitedly with his guys.
He was just a small boy of about 24 years old.
Pastor asked, “You sent ₦2 million during the donation last Sunday?”
“Yes, sir.”
“God bless you, my bro. May I know what kind of business you are into?”
“Online business, sir… anything online.”
“Content creation? Freelancing?”
“No, sir. Just online stuff.”
Pastor called the church accountant.
“Please refund his ₦2 million.”
— Ebun (@kenkenlewu) October 4, 2026
@kenkenlewu Pastor said, We are building the church, not sponsoring EFCC investigations. 😂😁
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@kenkenlewu Some pastor still have the fear of God in them
It requires a lot to do that
In Nigeria of today— FE RAN MI (@Feranmiisrael9) October 4, 2026
@kenkenlewu Some pastor still have the fear of God in them
It requires a lot to do that
In Nigeria of today— FE RAN MI (@Feranmiisrael9) October 4, 2026
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