The Nation Newspaper

Category: Celebrity

  • Caroline Danjuma back on the beat

    Caroline Danjuma back on the beat

    NOT even popular actress Caroline Danjuma’s seeming retirement from Nollywood would shield her from public scrutiny. If it is not her crashed marriage to billionaire Musa Danjuma that is making the rounds, it is the loss of her new lover, Tagbo Emeike.

    It is no longer news that not too long ago, she beat a hasty retreat from her marriage to Musa, the younger brother of former Chief of Army Staff, Gen. Theophilus Danjuma. Although the marriage produced three daughters, the fair-complexioned woman lost none of her appeal and her status provoked a frenzy of excitement among eligible bachelors.

    Unknown to many, Caroline was head over heels in love with one Tagbo Emeike, a member of popular musician Davido’s posse of friends and deputies. The well-concealed romance only came to light after Tagbo’s mysterious and controversial death on October 3, which happened to be his birthday.

    The queen of Nollywood had ranted and raved about Davido’s alleged complicity in Tagbo’s death before sanity prevailed. Now, having come to terms with the fact that she has lost another lover, she has decided that the show must go on. Thus, Caroline is back on Instagram, flaunting her beautiful curves.

  • Glamour as Justice Oguntade’s son weds in London

    RETIRED justice of the Supreme Court, George Adesola Oguntade, is no stranger to throwing talk-of-the-town wedding parties. Just a few years ago, he and his wife threw a superlative wedding bash for a stepson, Olujimi. Last weekend was the turn of another adopted son, Folusho, to be treated to an extravagant wedding party.

    The Nigerian Ambassador to the United Kingdom and his wife, Modupe, were in high spirits as Folusho Aina and his bride, Jennifer Ohikhuare, walked down the aisle of the Waldorf Hilton in London. It was a roll call of the crème de la crème of high society who stormed the five-star hotel to show their solidarity with the couple and their parents.

    In attendance at the colourful reception were the likes of Aare Razak Okoya and his wife, Shade; Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos; Chief Kessington Adebutu; Sir Olu Okeowo; Wale Babalakin; Prince Samuel Adedoyin; some past and present justices of the Supreme Court and family friends of the bride’s parents Mr David Ohikhuare and his wife, Maria, who both hail from Edo State.

  • Femi Otedola takes birthday bash to UK

    Femi Otedola takes birthday bash to UK

    WE cannot begrudge men and women of means when they revel in luxury items. It is their just reward for their years of toil in building economic empires that can stand the test of time.

    Forte Oil boss Femi Otedola has over the years shown what can be achieved when a man who knows his onions combines hard work and inventiveness with a little capital. In a few years, he has climbed to the high wrung of the ladder of success, sometimes taking three steps at a time.

    The oil magnate, who turned 55 a few days ago, has earned the right to enjoy the comfort his years of toil has won him and his heirs. Taking some respite from work, the billionaire businessman spent the day in the company of his loved ones at their palatial home in the UK.

  • Ayo Balogun set to rock Lagos with 60th birthday gig

    Ayo Balogun set to rock Lagos with 60th birthday gig

    HIGH society is already in a frenzy for the approaching birthday of undisputed queen of Juju music, Ayo Balogun. The iconic songstress turns 60 on December 10 and friends and fans have already marked the date on their calendars in anticipation of a high octane bash to celebrate a woman who needs little or no introduction.

    A devout Christian, Queen Ayo Balogun, as she is fondly called, is a music wizard whose sonorous voice sets legs dancing of their own accord. The brains behind Room Affairs, a company that deals in fashionable bedding sets, has been going strong for several decades now, even when some other Juju stars are waning or disappearing from the landscape.

    The charismatic leader of Ayo Balogun & Harmonic Voices music band is happily married with children to her husband of 38 years who remains her pillar of support. Recently, one of her sons, Ayojimi, got married at a glitzy ceremony in Lagos.

  • Chris Oyakhilome’s daughter engaged?

    Chris Oyakhilome’s daughter engaged?

    SHARON, one of the two gorgeous daughters of the founder of Believers Loveworld Ministries a.k.a. Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, is currently on a journey that would soon culminate in marriage, if feelers from the rumour mill are anything to go by.

    The elder sister of beautiful Charlyn is said to have fallen hook, line and sinker into the arms of an unnamed man with nuptial knots ready to be tied. The news, first broken on the Facebook page of Pastor Anita, her mother,  and the news has sent members of Christ Embassy into paroxysms of joy.

    Since the announcement, it has been congratulatory message galore on the page, even though a few commentators sought to pour cold water on the news, dismissing it as falsehood.

  • Tara Durotoye gives back to society

    Tara Durotoye gives back to society

    FOUNDER, House of Tara, Tara Durotoye, is conscious of the need to leave the world better than one met it, hence she is doing her bit to empower as many people as she can to become productive members of society. Penultimate Wednesday was a day set aside for the celebration of this lifelong mission of hers as she collaborated with First Bank on the 1000 Voices event designed to celebrate and promote female entrepreneurship.

    Featuring successful female entrepreneurs, including prominent blogger Linda Ikeji, there were touching stories of success against the odds even as ways were discussed to move the cosmetics industry to the next level.

    The august event, tagged National Beauty Summit, was held at the expansive Harbour Point, Victoria Island Lagos. Tara Durotoye, through her House of Tara, is widely reputed as the pioneer in the beauty industry.

    She paved the way for the 1000 voices and more who now walk confidently on the path of self-actualisation.

  • Segun Awolowo, Bola Shagaya, others celebrate Tunde Ayeni’s wife

    Segun Awolowo, Bola Shagaya, others celebrate Tunde Ayeni’s wife

    BILLIONAIRE businessman Tunde Ayeni is not a novice when it comes to throwing high octane events that enable people to shake their waists and forget their worries. And when such events involve Biola, his wife of many years, he bends over to ensure a shindig that eloquently expresses his enduring fondness for her.

    Thus when the gong sounded for Biola’s entry into the league of 50-year-olds, wine flowed like a river at the grand event organised by Ayeni in her honour. The likes of Princess Oyin Adeyemi, Tunde Lemo, Hajia Bola Shagaya, Toyin Okeowo and Segun Awolowo animated the atmosphere with their presence. But it was the ‘birthday girl’ that outshone everyone with her captivating attire and courteous demeanour.

    At 50, Biola retains a peerless beauty befitting someone half her age. While her husband plays big in banking and business, Biola unobtrusively discharges her role as the solid pillar he leans on for strength. Like two magicians, they have managed to weave their differing personalities into one enduring union.

  • Elizabeth Atuche sings new song

    THE songs people sing is usually a reflection of their mood. A burial is the best place for an elegy while an ode is the expected musical accompaniment for a grand achievement. For high-flying bird of high society, Elizabeth Atuche, old things have passed away as the popular former bank manager is now humming a new tune.

    The wife of former Bank PHB boss, Francis Atuche, has been running from pillar to post since the EFCC came knocking over issues of financial impropriety levelled against her husband. But, run as she might, the race seems unending with no destination in sight.

    Since he was placed under the spotlight, Francis has been a frequent guest in court while Elizaeth has become a frequent guest in the house of God. Like a snake that sheds its old skin, Elizabeth has let go of her former ways and is now a picture of leanness and frugality.

  • Glamour as Osinbajo, Obasanjo, others grace Saraki’s daughter’s wedding

    Glamour as Osinbajo, Obasanjo, others grace Saraki’s daughter’s wedding

    BEING the nation’s number three citizen comes with special perks. You have virtually everything at your beck and call. People listen when you talk and grant your desired favours with delight. And when it is your daughter’s wedding? They throw on expensive agbada, tie costly wrappers and make a beeline for the venue.

    So, it was a spectacle of pomp and ceremony when Halimat Oluwatosin Saraki, daughter of Senate President Bukola Saraki, tied the nuptial knot with her beau, Olatunde Olukoya, at a traditional wedding ceremony last weekend. The high octane event at Eko Hotels and Suites was a convergence of the high and mighty.

    While the excited couple basked in the warm glow of love fulfilled, expensive wines and choice meals flowed freely.

    On hand to celebrate with the Senate President were the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo and his wife Dolapo; former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Emeka Anyaoku; APC Chairman, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun; the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara and a multitude of other National Assembly members. Moneybags like Aliko Dangote and entertainment celebrities like Paul Okoye and AY Makun also made their presence felt.

    Meanwhile, the grand wedding reception for the new couple is slated for the Royal Hall, Dunes Centre, Abuja, on December 7.

  • Sade Okoya is new queen of high society

    Sade Okoya is new queen of high society

    THE kingdom of fame is a pyramid with many tiers, and Sade Okoya is at the very top, holding sway as the queen of high society. She has meticulously dethroned her rivals and made herself indispensable on the social scene.

    No high octane event is complete without the presence of the youngest wife of Aare Rasaq Akanni Okoya of the Eleganza fame. She leaves nothing to chance and never fails to stun at every occasion in her eye-popping outfits.

    The managing director of Eleganza Industrial City is an expert in the subtle art of leaving mouths agape with her sense of style. Such was the case at the recent wedding of Senate President Bukola Saraki’s daughter. Sade Okoya’s daring choice of outfit was a hit back to back. The jewel in the crown of Aare Okoya is determined not to relent in wowing the social scene with her magic.

    In a move befitting her status as one of the most stylish ladies around, she will feature on the cover of the next issue of Ovation magazine.