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Evangelist Moses Korede Are, Pioneer of Gospel Drama, Passes Away
Evangelist Are, a passionate advocate for spreading Christian messages through drama, was widely recognized for his outstanding contributions to the Nigerian gospel drama industry.
Throughout his career, he produced a number of impactful films that resonated deeply with audiences across Nigeria and even internationally.
His works, such as Owo Blow, Igbeyawo Aiye, Oro Ika, Gba Mi L’owo, and Emi Mi M’oke, often explored powerful themes of faith, morality, and the Christian way of life.
His dedication to delivering messages of hope, faith, and righteousness through drama captured the hearts of many.
Evangelist Are’s films became a staple in the gospel drama community, offering both entertainment and spiritual lessons.
His works went beyond mere storytelling, often urging viewers to reflect on their lives and grow in their faith.
By addressing relevant moral issues, his films inspired many to align their lives with Christian teachings, fostering a deep sense of spirituality and ethical values.
In the gospel drama industry, Evangelist Are was not alone in his efforts. He collaborated with some of the most influential figures in the field, helping to shape the growth of Christian drama in Nigeria.
Notable partnerships included working with Evangelists Mike and Gloria Bamiloye, the dynamic founders of Mount Zion Faith Ministries, who have themselves made a significant mark in the industry.
Through these collaborations, Evangelist Are was part of a movement that sought to elevate gospel drama to new heights, reaching both young and old with powerful, faith-based content.
In addition to the Bamiloyes, he also worked closely with Pastor Lekan Asikhia, a prominent figure in the Nigerian Christian community, and filmmaker Femi Adebile, whose influence helped elevate the standard of Christian drama production.
Together, they laid a strong foundation that has influenced the next generation of gospel filmmakers.
TV anchor Rufai Oseni makes headlines as he speaks on fuel subsidy in Nigeria. He shared that Nigeria can have fuel subsidy without the long queues at filling stations.
“When we were still paying subsidies, there were no long queues. We were subsidising. So you can still have a subsidy regime going on, and there will be no long queues because production was close by. Dangote had it. That’s just it. That argument also falls flat.
“The biggest beneficiaries of subsidy are not Nigerians. They are crony capitalists that have big infrastructure, and they do contracts. They have been the biggest beneficiaries of the subsidy,” he said.
Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu, speaks to those in the electricity sector about the usual blackouts in the state.
He speaks on ways things can change in the state and how electricity can be provided.
“We need to drop corporate egos, abandon long-standing excuses, and confront the harsh realities obstructing progress in the power sector.”
“We, state governments, used to give excuses that everything is centralised, so the Federal Government has unbundled it now. What have we done in a year and a half?” Sanwo-Olu asked.
“We take two steps forward, we go five steps backward,” he said.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared Thursday, August 20, a work-free day for public servants in the state to mark the Isese Festival.
Speaking on the celebration, he said “Ìṣẹ̀ṣe is not a relic. It is a living expression of our traditions and a celebration of Yoruba spirituality as an important part of Nigeria’s cultural and religious landscape,” he said.
He added “When the drums sound in Lagos on Thursday, they answer drums in Havana, in Salvador, in Port of Spain. Fifty-five million people and counting. Lagos is not observing a local holiday. Lagos is standing at the centre of a global heritage,” Aregbe said.
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