Category: Happenstances

Not a few people were shocked to their marrows when they sighted two Lagos big girls, Yinka Osobu and Sade Kazeem, together at a party recently. Although their rift endured for many years, those in the know disclosed to Celeb Watch that they were reconciled by some of their friends who brokered peace between the two friends recently. It will be recalled that while their rift lasted, concerted efforts by friends and associates were rebuffed by the duo, even as they avoided each other like a plague. While some people attributed their rancour to the husband-snatching scandal that rocked their clique and friends years ago, other sources claim they had been nursing some grudges against each other long before the news of the scandal broke.

We gathered that Yinka, owner of thriving Lagos-based furniture interior firm, CMC, is not happy with Sade, whom she believes was against her wish to marry her lover, Tayo. The rest is now history as the two friends are now back together. They now attend A-list events regularly in Lagos.

While her husband was alive, many women in the social space always wanted to associate with her. She knew what it meant to be the heartthrob of a fiery political godfather. She also understood what it is to be courted by the lowly-placed, the high and mighty seeking innumerable favours from her husband. But no sooner did her husband died than Alhaja Bose Adedibu, widow of the late strongman of Ibadan politics, Alaafin Molete, Alhaji Lamidi Adedibu, began to taste the bitter pill of betrayal. In friendship, she found treason. And now it appears her whole world has come crashing down like a giant iceberg.

The reasons are not far-fetched: no sooner the remains of her powerful husband were lowered into the grave than his friends and political associates began to desert his political empire and family. One after the other, they deserted the Adedibu family and would not want to have anything to do with the people he left behind. The situation also forced Bose to shun her late husband’s political associates, particularly those he assisted, but who later turned their backs on the family. But such dismal happenstance is now a thing of the past. In effect, Bose no longer appears in political space. It is, however, unclear how long she would keep off the political space.

Celebrity hair-stylist and owner of Bobby Signatures, Bob Eke, is bubbling with excitement at the moment. Fondly called Bobby by friends, the handsome dude suffered a mild stroke two years ago and was treated in one of the best hospitals in India. But all that is now history. The good news is that he is back and better.

Celeb Watch gathered that Bobby has now resolved to end his more than 40-year-old bachelor status. It is an open secret that all through the period he was down, Bobby never had any serious relationship with the opposite sex. While his single status has provoked all manner of insinuations, his friends insist that he is only taking his time to search for a ‘Miss Right’ who has been elusive all the while. But the latest gist is that he is ready to say ‘yes, I do’ anytime soon.

With a sparkling smile like an expensive diamond, Sade Kazeem, one of the top society ladies, is presently enjoying her share of the spotlight with an amazing wit and elegance. Without doubt, those who have been on the lookout for Sade can now heave a sigh of relief. You will recall that until a few years ago when she decided to slow down on her bubbly activities, Sade Kazeem was what many loved to describe as a Lagos big gal. This was on account of her pedigree, as well as her social clout. Her father, Ade Kazeem, founded the now defunct fast food chain, Kas Chicken, a restaurant outlet that reigned supreme in the 80s and 90s.

But she suffered several setbacks after her father was murdered, and later quietly bowed out of view. Sade was, however, sighted at a function in Lagos on Sunday in company with CMC furniture boss, Yinka Osobu.

Contrary to the gist making the rounds that Yinka and Sade are not on good time, Celeb watch gathered that the duo are still together as friends.

The history of Lagos social space will never be complete without the mention of this top Lagos gold merchant. Penultimate weekend, the famous society lady, Folasade Adunni Risiquat Adesoye (aka Sade Alesh), celebrated her 52nd birthday anniversary with a modest open-house party to mark the event. The celebration continued last week when Sade led her family and a powerful team of notable personalities to partake in the introduction ceremony (writing-in) of her first son, Abdul-Azeez.

Interestingly too, Abdul-Azeez’s fiancé, Adejoke, is the daughter of Moroophat Kalejaiye, one of Sade Alesh’s best friends and a wealthy textile merchant in Lagos. The modest but classy introduction ceremony took place last Sunday at Kalejaiye’s home in Lekki.

Celeb Watch gathered that the wedding ceremony between Abdul-Azeez and Adejoke is slated to hold later in the year

Sade Alesh is one of the most celebrated society ladies in Nigeria. Her jewelry store, Jewelry Affairs, is situated within the premises of the Civic Center on Ozumba Mbadiwe Street, Victoria Island.

A veteran of more than two decades in the jewelry business, she started operations in her home before moving to her store in 2007. And over the years, she has come to win the love and adulation of most society ladies who patronise her. Beyond her good sense of business style, Sade is also an embodiment of humility and warmth.