By Damilola Adeyera
Lights. Camera. Action. For the making of this vacation movie, you chose to leave behind the hurly-burly of the city. Your destination: Oba IleRigi, the four-bedroom private VVIP chalet nestled within the oasis of La Campagne Tropicana Forest, River, & Beach Resort.
What makes it so special? The true luxury of life lies in the beauty of relaxation. It gives one an opportunity to unclench the mind, ignite the spirit, and refresh the body. To relax is to be in an atmosphere of solitude by day, energized with the essence of African themed hospitality and blended with the thrill of adventure by dusk. This and many more await you at Oba IleRigi.
Nature and the Universe conscripted this heaven on earth for you in the spirit of love. When they were done curating this experience, Nature and the Universe both agreed to plant the seed of this idea exclusively on the fertile heart of Otunba Olawanle Akinboboye, the Founder, La Camapagne Tropicana Forest, River, &Beach Resort. To successfully deliver this inspiration to Otunba Akinboboye, Nature and the Universe came up with a plan.
A curious mind might ask: Why was Otunba Akinboboye chosen by Nature and the Universe to create this splendid delight for humanity? The answer writes itself boldly on the once empty tabula rasa of his life which today is filled with archives of ideas turned reality. Hence, Nature and the Universe trusted his capacity and capability to deliver.
Otunba Akinboboye had an epiphany. His imagination was sparked. Nature and the Universe had successfully delivered their message to its chosen one. Otunba Akinboboye, the master builder immediately got to work like he has always done from ages past.
We digress.
Close your eyes; at least in your imagination. The words that follow are merely the script; your mind is the director. Read slowly. Let every sentence reveal another scene, every paragraph another room, every description another experience. Let the words paint you pictures of Oba IleRigi. Such that when you arrive at the last full-stop, Oba Ile-Rigi will no longer be a place you’ve read about, but one you’ve already visited in your mind.
Act 1, Scene one.
Arrival.
For this relaxing and adventurous trip, the Chaperone welcomes you as you step out of the electric shuttle which drove you from Ekaabo, the main entrance of La Campagne Tropicana to this very private chalet of experiential African luxury. The Chaperone’s glittering skin transcends the language of color, yet is originally African in identity. It shines bright like a diamond under the calm sky.
First, an introduction. After the royal welcome by the Chaperone, you’re introduced to the itinerary of men and women whose responsibility is to ensure you have a memorable stay. “This is John, your Chief Security Officer, he coordinates a team of topnotch security officials that spreads across board. These personnel are assembled at strategic locations around your chalet, and other security points around the resort, with network around Ibeju-Lekki and beyond.
The Chaperone says. “My name is Mr. Umo,” introduces the Food & Beverage manager who will be in charge of managing your private chef. This is followed by your private masseuse, then your private horseman, down to your private barman, and finally your private chalet relations. With the introduction done, it’s time to make your entry into Oba-IleRigi.
In that moment, the gates of this private oasis stand before you. “No entry.” The words stand boldly across the gate, warning away the world beyond. Then, almost ceremoniously, the gate opens. Not to everyone, but exclusively to you and those you love. Welcome to Oba Ile-Rigi. In this palace on the tree, everyone you meet is literally at your service. Enjoy.
For as long as you stay in this expansive chalet and its compound, you are entitled to the following amenities: a private pool, a standard football pitch, two horses for your riding pleasure, a table tennis court, a bar by the pool, three cabanas, a body machine for your spa enjoyment, five large-screen televisions in each room and the parlour all subscribed with Netflix, Amazon, and DSTV entertainment. Each room comes with a complimentary radio set, and a complimentary hat and bag.
These words could keep describing the magical sojourn that awaits you at Oba-Ilerigi. However, adventures such as this are better experienced. Come and have a taste.