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  Amidst the jolly rallying of roaring machines, Some love birds came to light off the gasoline. Some did in eyes and smiles in a platonic dance, While others had hearts hooked in rhythmic trance. I as arbiter established two at the racing scene, Smiles were all it took to set their hearts agleam. Their souls were meshed with their spirits set free, It was the bond of two strangers in Ilara rallied by destiny.   As the two hobnobbed, time passed at a blurred speed, As they explored motor power and body passion with glee. It was a joy to watch the thrills and spills of the racing tracks, And the exhilaration of off-track hearts racing in soaring packs.   Now I am thinking as the rally has come to a close, What has become of the Work and play love broth? Would they fade off as has the exhaust smokes in the air, Leaving the hearts yearning for the next when and where?   For, though Work and Play as Scheduled reached its end, The Ilara memories were one connived as a com...

  The 2023 Ondo Motor Rally was an exciting event that brought together a diverse group of participants from across the country. However, it is important to evaluate the health and safety measures put in place to ensure that the event was conducted safely and healthily. The following is a review of the health and safety measures put in place during the 2023 Ondo Motor Rally: Medical Services: The medical services provided at the event were satisfactory. The medical team comprising a doctor, nurses, and a health technician, were well-trained and adequately equipped to handle any medical emergencies that could have arisen during the event.  There was also a fully equipped ambulance on stand-by with referral hospitals and clinics with medical personnel notified to be on 12 hours stand-by for any emergencies Recommendations: Despite the measures put in place, there is always room for improvement. The following are recommendations that could be implemented to ensure the safet...

  Call it a wake-up call; a prompt to renew interest. It was made evident that Work and Play promotions again ruffled some feathers on the 8th of April, waking up anyone in Ondo State drifting to slumber by drawing attention to the state’s natural picturesque wealth, untapped tourism opportunities, and the exciting world of Motorsports. The Work and Play promotion was not just aimed at promoting both labour and leisure activities in the state. It was a goal-driven effort to help grow the state with the corporate support of major sponsors such as Toyota, SMT, Smoking Hills, etc., and of course, such efforts will not be complete without the Motorsport's drivers, bikers, riders, supportive clubs around the country, and speed enthusiasts. The promotion was geared among other positive intentions, towards attracting visitors to the state, boosting the local economy through investments, engaging the youths in gainful employment, and encouraging more people to take Motorsports as a hobby...

As expected, the recently concluded 2023 Ondo Motor Rally is done and dusted. The rally was a delightful and fulfilling feat, with participants and spectators enjoying a thrilling display of skill, agility, and speed. It was a holiday atmosphere with music, dancing, food and drinks by thousands of people from around the country and abroad who flocked to the city of Ilara-Mokin, filling up all the hotels with large chunk spill over to the hotels in Akure. While many key players and sponsors were involved in the event, Airtel was one company that stood out head and shoulder tall in their presence, significantly contributing to the festival’s pageantry, parade, and fanfare. Airtel truly helped make the 2023 Ondo Motor Rally run smoothly and efficiently by providing the essential telecom services that included internet connectivity, on-the-ground customer services, and aiding mobile communication, allowing participants and spectators alike to stay connected throughout the event. Telecommun...