When most people think of online casinos, they picture flashing reels and quick spins. But spend enough time on these platforms and you start to notice something stranger as they’ve become their own little worlds. Not just games, but cultures. Players build rituals, invent slang, swap stories, and treat certain lobbies like neighborhood bars where everyone knows the regulars. The Rituals Players Create Ask any seasoned online gambler and you’ll hear about the small quirks they stick to. Some won’t spin a slot until they’ve tapped the screen twice for “luck.” Others always start a blackjack session with the same…
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The Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has passionately appealed to Nigerians in South Africa, particularly those that of the yoruba extraction to join hands with the people and governments in the Southwest to develop the region through investments and remittances. Senator Adeleke said that the role of Yoruba sons and daughters in South Africa in the shared progress of the region is critical, urging them to invest in Osun, adopt a school, support a hospital, sponsor a local initiative, or register their family members in the Osun Health Insurance Scheme to ensure access to quality healthcare. …
All roads lead to Pretoria this Saturday, as the Yoruba sociocultural ethnic group in South Africa congregate to celebrate their rich cultural heritage. The newly crowned Alaafin of Oyo and traditional leader of Yorubaland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Owoade, is expected to grace the event as the Royal Father of the day while the Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Adeleke, will chair the occasion. Also, Ambassador (Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited, Nigeria – based reputable real estate development and investment company, is the special guest honour and will speak on…
…resumes road Infrastructure developments in Estates November In renewed efforts towards scaling up infrastructural development and further improve on investor’s Returns on Investment(RoI), Pelican Valley has procured a multi – million naira Road Compactor equipment to fast – track road building projects in all its estates in Ogun State. The reputable real estate development and investment company has also mobilised its suppliers to supply high quality stone base materials ahead of the road works. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited, Ambassador (Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, who disclosed this to newsmen on Saturday at the firm’s state-of-the-art…
A major player in the Nigerian real estate industry, Ambassador (Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, has congratulated the Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa on her birthday, describing her as the “veritable and dependable bridge between Nigerians at home and Nigerians in the diaspora.” Adeyemo who is the Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited, Nigerian foremost property and investment development firm behind Pelican Valley Estate Laderin, where unusual home happens, saluted Hon. Abike Dabiri – Erewa for her role in bringing the invaluable contribution of Nigerians in the diaspora to the nation – building and…
… Unveils Licensed Mortgage Firm, Other As Canada Representatives Ambassador (Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited, a reputable real estate development and investment company is poised to visit South Africa soon on the invitation of Association of Yorubas in Diaspora South Africa(AYIDSA). Adeyemo, who disclosed the development to newsmen on Thursday at the firm’s state-of-the-art site Office in Kobape area of Ogun State, said the sociocultural group had also written both the Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa and the Embassy of South Africa in Lagos for the perfection of the his…
The Chairman of the Young Lawyers Forum, Nigerian Bar Association, Ota Branch, Ogun State, Bolaji Kuyebi, has successfully graduated from the School of Politics, Policy and Governance (SPPG). The graduation ceremony, held on Saturday, 4th October, 2025, at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja, brought together distinguished leaders, policymakers, and professionals from across Nigeria and Africa. Among the dignitaries present were Dr. Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, former Executive Director of UN Women and former Deputy President of South Africa as well as His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, Governor of Abia State. The event, which was aired live on Arise News, also…
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited, Ambassador (Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, has saluted the Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Police Command, Barr. Lanre Ogunlowo on his birthday. Ogunlowo, an indigene of the State, succeeded Mr. Abiodun Alamutu at the Eleweran headquarters, the seat of Ogun State command of the Nigerian Police Force(NPF) as the Police Commissioner on December 20, 2024. Ambassador Adeyemo, a major player in the Nigerian real estate sector and veteran broadcast journalist in statement on Wednesday and made available to newsmen in Abeokuta, the state capital, congratulated Ogunlowo as he gracefully…
In a grand display of traditional splendor, Ifadimeji Jegbee Biobaku was coronated as Balogun Onifa Awo Agbaiye in a ceremony that showcased the rich cultural heritage of the Yoruba kingdom. The event, held under the auspices of His Eminence, Owolabi Awódòtun Awóreni, Makanranwale II, and the patronage of His Majesty, Arole Oodua Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja Second, drew distinguished guests from far and wide. The coronation ceremony was a vibrant celebration of tradition, featuring traditional attire, dance, and music. Ifadimeji Jegbee Biobaku, the second Balogun Onifa Awo Agbaiye in history, succeeded the late Professor Idowu Odeyemi, a revered figure…
A foremost real estate firm in Nigeria, Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited has commissioned a state-of-the-art site Office in Kobape area of Ogun State, showcasing its commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction, and innovative business practices. Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited is a real estate company behind Pelican Valley Estate, Laderin; Pelican Brief Estate, Pelican Greenish Farm Estate and Ecostay Apartments all in the corridor of Kobape, Ogun State. This was disclosed during a light handing-over ceremony of the office to the most senior engineer in the estate. Located in the heart of Pelican Brief Estate, Kobape, the stunning new office boasts of…