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A TAPESTRY OF CULTURE: YORUBA TENNIS CLUB CELEBRATES HERITAGE IN COLOUR, STYLE AND TRADITION
A Living Heritage The presence of His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr. Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, CFR, Okukenu IV, Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, made the occasion particularly significant. The colourful display of traditional attire created a striking representation of Yoruba identity, while the gathering itself demonstrated the enduring bonds of friendship and community that have…
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OUR HERITAGE — PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE: YORUBA TENNIS CLUB HONOURS THE ALAKE OF EGBALAND
The Yoruba Tennis Club, Onikan, Lagos, continued its historic Centenary Celebration with a colourful and memorable Cultural Day, held under the theme: “Our Heritage — Present, Past and the Future.” The celebration was organised in honour of the Club’s distinguished brother, His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr. Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, CFR, Okukenu IV, Alake and Paramount…
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CULTURAL COLLOQUIUM: CHIEF PETER OLADELE FATOMILOLA SPEAKS ON THE ROLE OF THE PLAYWRIGHT AS CUSTODIAN OF YORUBA CULTURE
The colloquium provided an engaging platform for reflection on the importance of Yoruba culture, heritage and storytelling, with Chief Fatomilola speaking extensively on the role of the playwright as a custodian of Yoruba culture. The Playwright as a Custodian of Culture Drawing from his extensive experience in theatre, film and Yoruba traditional storytelling, Chief Peter…
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CULTURAL COLLOQUIUM: YORUBA TENNIS CLUB CELEBRATES HERITAGE AND IDENTITY
As part of its historic Centenary Celebration, the Yoruba Tennis Club, Onikan, Lagos, hosted a thought-provoking Cultural Colloquium on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, bringing together members, distinguished guests, cultural enthusiasts and lovers of Yoruba heritage for an engaging conversation on culture, identity and the preservation of tradition. The keynote guest speaker for the occasion was…
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ABALABI DAY AT YORUBA TENNIS CLUB
Celebrating Yoruba Heritage Beyond the music and entertainment, Abalabi was a celebration of identity, history and togetherness. The event formed an important part of Yoruba Tennis Club’s ongoing 100-year anniversary celebrations, marking a century of the club’s contribution to social, sporting and cultural life. A Memorable Centenary Celebration The 23 August gathering added another memorable…
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ABALABI 2026: A Celebration of Culture, Music and Heritage at Yoruba Tennis Club
ABALABI 2026: A Celebration of Culture, Music and Heritage at Yoruba Tennis Club Yoruba Tennis Club, Onikan, Lagos. Sunday, 23 August 2026 Yoruba Tennis Club, Onikan, Lagos, came alive on Sunday, 23 August 2026, as the club hosted Abalabi, a vibrant celebration of Yoruba culture, music, heritage and community as part of its historic 100…
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YORUBA TENNIS CLUB CENTENARY RAMADAN LECTURE 2026
Greetings All, CENTENARY RAMADAN LECTURE 2026 The Chairman, Bro. Engr. Olawumi Gasper, mni , and the Executive Committee Members invite brethren and guests to the 2026 Centenary Celebration Ramadan Lecture. Topic : The Crisis of Values and the Need for Spiritual Renewal in Nigeria Guest Lecturer: Alhaji Abdullah Gbade Akinbode (Chief Missioner, Jamahliy Worldwide)…
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YORUBA TENNIS CLUB LENTING PROGRAM
YORUBA TENNIS CLUB is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: FASTING WITHOUT FAILING YOUR HEALTH Time: Feb 24, 2026 12:00 PM Africa/Lagos Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89542903230?pwd=bhxRSWAtiMQ9abqMFfGxpDFUe7DT9O.1 Meeting ID: 895 4290 3230 Passcode: 179124 — One tap mobile +13017158592,,89542903230#,,,,*179124# US (Washington DC) +13052241968,,89542903230#,,,,*179124# US Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/89542903230/invitations?signature=94ov1CgiljsHwrVgdqCz3ODRjOFQEVspNvpwQR1C5DQ GREETINGS ALL!
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Soyinka Warns Against Tyranny, Canvasses Justice, Historical Consciousness, Cultural Dignity as Antidotes to Oppression
Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, yesterday, warned that societies that ignore their history and fail to confront injustice risk sliding into tyranny, stressing that cultural identity and historical consciousness are essential to justice and national renewal. Soyinka, made this known at the centenary anniversary of the Yoruba Tennis Club in Lagos, themed, ‘A Century at…
