Category: Social Circuit

Cerebral On Air Personality, Keji Sowoolu, has returned to the scene after a brief hiatus. Sources divulged that Keji, one of the sons of the seasoned broadcaster, author, and media consultant, Femi Sowoolu, has just inked a new deal with a top radio and TV station in Lagos.

After resigning from Vybz FM as Director of programmes/OAP, the bubbly personality had gone under the radar with many of his fans expressing delight at his competence on his social media pages. The brilliant Keji, who is perceived as a loner and recluse by many, has been spotted with some of his close-knit friends in recent times.

A close source hinted that the younger Sowoolu actually recoiled to his shell to undergo more training and retraining after quitting his last job to prepare himself ready for his next assignment.

The source further hinted that Sowoolu is taking up a new role as the station manager in his new assignment and has hit it off almost immediately. Unknown to many below the age of 20, Keji used to be a rapper and a member of the rap duo, K-Show and Six O.

The graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University dumped his rap career to pursue a career in broadcasting even after winning an award for the duo’s monster hit entitled ‘That Y.’ He has since worked with Radio Continental, City FM, and Vybz FM aside consulting for music acts and record labels in and outside the shores of Nigeria.

MTN Nigeria CEO, Karl Olutokun Toriola is excited at the moment. And the reason for his excitement in recent times is not unconnected with the telco’s new achievement.

As part of efforts to appreciate customer loyalty, continued patronage and support, MTN Nigeria under the watchful eyes of Toriola launched a state-of-the-art lounge at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos.

The exclusive access facility located at the E-wing of the departure lounge has become Toriola’s pride and recent achievement. According to those in the know, the exquisite lounge is open to top-tier customers – Platinum and Gold Prestige members – and provides access to complimentary amenities such as food and snacks, fully-stocked bars and free WiFi connection.

On the achievement, Toriola said: “Nigeria is without a doubt one of the major gateways to the African continent. We, at MTN Nigeria, recognise our role as corporate citizens and we continue to provide comfort and ease for our customers as well as visitors and esteemed guests to our country as they go about their business in and out.”

Oliver Alawuba, the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has been decorated for his immense contributions to the growth of banking and finance in Nigeria and across Africa.

The honour for Alawuba came from the Imo State University (IMSU), Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria, on Saturday, February 4. Alawuba, who started the month with honours was conferred with an Honorary Doctorate in Banking and Finance during the varsity’s 8th convocation ceremony. The event was witnessed by the Executive Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodinma and other dignitaries including ex-Governor Rochas Okorocha, Sir Ernest Nwapa, Prof U.U. Chukwumaeze, Vice-chancellors from various tertiary institutions in Nigeria, captains of industry and a host of stakeholders.

Whilst congratulating Alawuba, Chukwumaeze pointed out that the conferment was in recognition of Alawuba’s contribution to redefining public sector banking in Nigeria and across Africa.

Speaking after receiving the recognition, Alawuba expressed his appreciation to the leadership of the University for the honour extended to him, just as he attributed his success to God and hard work. He took time out to encourage the students to stay focused and diligent whilst congratulating other fellow awardees. Other awardees of the honorary Doctorate Degree include the ex-Governor of Anambra State, Virgy Ngozi Etiaba, Chief Chika Emenike, and Engr Simbi Wabote.

Alawuba who emerged the best graduating student in Food and Technology from the Abia State University, is the recipient of multiple awards from humanitarian organisations, and is also a member of several organisations and sports clubs.  

Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi is widely known as a media personality, show host, and co-founder of TNC Africa.

However, the granddaughter of the late Olowo of Owo, Sir Olateru-Olagbegi II (KBE), has taken on a new role as a business executive in a frontline travel company.

Social Circuit was reliably informed that Olateru-Olagbegi recently switched her portfolio up when she emerged as the new Group Vice President, Marketing of Africa’s leading travel tech company, Wakanow. This is coming two years after the princess quit her radio job at The Beat FM after spending a total of 13 years in December 2021.

With a broadcast career that spanned two decades, the Owo princess has continued to take up new roles and challenges that have spurred her to do great things.

Quite excited to have joined the travel tech coy, Olateru-Olagbegi in her role as Group Vice President, Marketing, will supervise and develop marketing strategies for all the brands within her portfolio, including Wakanow, Onburd, and Kalabash.

Her appointment was announced by Adebayo Adedeji, the Group CEO of Wakanow Group who said Gbemi is exceptional as she understands how to drive conversations around popular culture better than most people considering her rich history in media.

The Adenuga dynasty under the watchful eyes of the caring, benevolent and enigmatic patriarch, Michael Adeniyi Agbolade Ishola Adenuga Jr CSG GCON, is one that some envy while others wish to belong to. From their shrewd abilities to their brilliance, unassuming lifestyle and non-ostentatious lifestyle, every member of the family understands the importance of the family name and they carry the name with every sense of pride, responsibility and importance.

It is not news that the Bull, who is the sixth richest African, is currently married to Titi Joyce Adenuga but what few people and admirers don’t know much about is the identity of his first, now ex-wife – Adefolake Emilia Adenuga. Like her ex-husband, with whom she had five offspring – Oyindamola, Jide, Paddy, Bella and Eniola. Adefolake Emilia Adenuga (née Marquis), does not court attention.

She enjoys a wonderful relationship with the founder of Globacom and the chairman of Conoil despite not being together. She is a self-made woman, who has embraced a low profile despite the enormous wealth at her disposal.

The proud mother, whose daughters, Oyindamola and Bella, are happily married, now enjoys her life attending to humanity and going on vacation. Recently, the 72-year-old Adefolake, who turns 73 in October, was spotted at an engagement in Nigeria and she was looking radiant and delectable.

One of her sons, Paddy, doesn’t fail to celebrate his mum at every and any given opportunity.

OJOMA Oj Posharella Sule is a top celebrated marketing influencer and head honcho of Posharella Empire situated in the highbrow area of Abuja. The Posharella brand is a widely known one-stop shop for luxurious outfits, finesse and catering services set up to bring flavour, satisfaction and quality to their long list of clientele. The Minister of Happiness, as she is fondly called, has continued to grow in leaps and bounds, cementing her place as one of the most sought-after event personalities in the nation’s capital. Described as everything a woman of substance stands for, Oj had an impressive profile that includes hosting and participating in high-profile events across the country.

Her most recent feature on the TV show, ‘The Real Housewives of Abuja,’ has opened up another phase of accomplishments that has no limit in the creative industry.

The multi-talented personality is focused on showing the world, especially the girl child that with focus, hard work and commitment- anything is achievable. In her capacity, Oj Posharella has mastered the art of helping other brands achieve their set goals with her influencing skills. Not limiting her forte to only influencing and marketing, Oj Posharella is also a show stopper with her fashion sense and ability to mix colours to blend well. To say that Oj Posharella has done well for herself is simply stating the obvious. Adding to her list of accomplishments and things in the works to expand on would be philanthropy. She has continued to stay relevant in the scheme of things in the entertainment industry with her talented nature and ability to imagine and create with her artistic prowess.

ABEOKUTA, the capital of Ogun State literally stood still on January 22, as a top socialite, Chief Adewale Adesina aka Wale Saranda threw a classy wedding introduction for his daughter Deborah. Deborah officially introduced the love of her life, Ajibola Francis, and his family to the Adesinas in a colourful ceremony that was held at the Elizabeth Chateau, the country home of Chief Wale Saranda.

The high-profile introduction wedding had all those that mattered in Nigeria’s high society from top politicians, to captains of industries and other heavyweights.

It kicked off with prayers and an exchange of pleasantries as the Adesinas led by Chief Saranda played the perfect host. Expectedly, no expense was spared as Chief Saranda rolled out the drums to celebrate his daughter’s big day in what can best be described as the classiest wedding introduction of the year 2023. Apart from the magnificent venue of the introduction ceremony, top celebrities who converged on Elizabeth Chateau added glitz and glamour to the event.

Saranda’s daughter’s introduction once again confirmed his taste for luxury as everything from expensive souvenirs and exotic drinks flowed freely throughout the lavish ceremony.

TONY Elumelu, Nigerian business tycoon and head honcho behind the United Bank of Africa, Heirs Holdings, Transcorp, and Tony Elumelu Foundation is one man that has continued to wow his peers, colleagues, family and associates with his ways, business ideals, strategies and lifestyle as a whole. Over time, Elumelu has shown that he’s a hardworking as well as a baller that takes time to relax and attend to all that matters irrespective of his busy schedule.

Recently, Elumelu played host to the president of the African Development Bank, Akinwunmi Adesina and his graceful wife, Grace. The moment had the couple and Elumelu dining and exchanging lovely banners in a convivial atmosphere. Unknown to many, Adesina and Elumelu have come a long way and have remained close to each other despite their individual business and life schedules that keep increasing daily. Elumelu couldn’t hide his joy throughout the time they shared together as they also discussed individual goals and projections into the first quarter of the year and throughout the year.

REAL estate expert, Dr. Stephen Akintayo is a very lucky man whose life history should make a best-selling movie. He grew from hardship but with a very strong will to survive and rewrite the hardship to wealth. With dedication and doggedness, he was able to redefine himself to be one of the most sought-after luxury real estate merchants with properties and estates littered across the world.

One thing he has consistently done is to use his wealth for the uplifting of humanity. After his success and breakthrough in business, the head honcho of GMD/CEO, Gtext Holdings has kept to his promise. Following the launch of the Stephen Akintayo Foundation’s $5 million for five years grant (2023 to 2027) to support 1000 SMEs, the initiative has rewarded the first set of beneficiaries with $5000 each at a ceremony that took place in their Omole office in Lagos, and in Dubai on Saturday, January 28 2023.

A couple of weeks ago,  Akintayo announced plans to roll out the SME grant starting from January 2023, with the focus of the month being agriculture.

In celebration of his birthday on January 28, the first set of beneficiaries and recipients for January include Victoria Adeyeye of Phenacoconut Product and Yetunde Taiwo of YT Foods, both of whom were visibly excited to have won $5000 each.

In the same vein,  Akintayo rewarded the highest salesperson of the year 2022 for Gtext Holdings, Martha Onsachi, who got the gift of a brand-new car. With the Dubai edition of the Global Wealth Festival also announced,  Akintayo, in celebrating his birthday, launched three new books, bringing the number of his published works to 41. The books include ‘Becoming a Billionaire Land Banker,’ ‘Billionaire Habits for Entrepreneurs,’ and ‘Billionaire Habits for Pastors.’

THE usual merrymaking and gifts during birthday celebrations weren’t the case with Seyi Banigbe, serial entrepreneur, lawyer, and creator of Nigeria’s talk show, Bingeing with GameChangers, as she chose to gift the world with a book on domestic help.

With years of experience and research, the new book entitled, ‘Can You Handle Help?’ according to Banigbe, offers strategies with relatable experiences on how to hire, retain and optimise help successfully.

In what informed the book, Banigbe who is also the founder of the popular jewellery brand, Bland2Glam and Deterge Nigeria said she has always maximised domestic help because she believes maids are essential for anybody that is building a career or business.

Banigbe expressed that she had experienced many women say they are quitting their jobs to face their homes and that this has to stop. She went further to say her new book is positioned to help human beings to be more productive at their jobs while, ultimately, leading to societal development at large.