Category: Social Circuit

At over 80, the influence of Elder Mrs. Eunice Orji Kalu on the political scene remains unrivalled.

When her son, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu contested and won the election to lead Abia State in May 1999, many had wondered how she would make the transition from being a female party leader to the mother of the governor. However, her ability to remain neutral and for the people has not only earned her a seat with the elders, but also the remarkable influence that keeps her a recurring force on the political scene.

For many, Mother Excellency as she is known seems to walk the line between the necessarily supporting nature of her role as a community leader and the personal expectation as the mother of a former governor and sitting senator. She didn’t only campaign for her son but also proved her competence by pulling heavy political weights and statesmen like ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo in her campaign.

Hence, it didn’t come as a surprise when the All Progressive Congress presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in the company of House of Reps Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, and Senator Orji Uzor Kalu visited the political juggernaut to consult ahead of the 2023 general elections.

HOUSE of Representatives member representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajowa Federal constituency, Shina Peller, has continued keeping his father’s legacies alive in his hometown of Iseyin, Oyo State. Today, Peller will host football lovers, entertainers, fans, constituent members, and friends at the second edition of his Oke Ogun Peller Unity Cup season two finale.

The event, scheduled to hold at the NYSC Camp, Iseyin, Oyo State is in honour of the 25th year remembrance of the great Moshood Abiola Peller, popular as Professor Peller.

According to the Aquila Group boss, the events of the day will start with a remembrance prayer, ‘Salat Al-Janazah’ at the Iseyin District Grammar School, Oyo State in the morning and followed by the football match final.

On the line-up for the final fixtures are Iseyin United vs Iseyin City FC in third place, while in the final match will be Itesiwaju Rangers vs Itesiwaju Lions FC.

Professor Peller, Shina’s father was born on January 28, 1936, in Oyo State. He is to date regarded as the greatest magician from Nigeria. In 1964, he attended The School of Magical Arts in India where he spent 18 months. In 1966, he had his first post-training show at the Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, where he displayed his exceptional gift. He later died in 1997.

Erelu Aisha Babangida is not a new name on the social scene neither is her humility, which has continued to resonate across all the sectors she has found herself in.

The Women Enterprise Alliance (WenA) founder, who has made a name for herself with several charitable and humanitarian causes has managed to jump out of the shadow of her family and father, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida – a former Nigeria Head of State.

Aisha’s humane and humble values have seen her outgrow the large and still-distinct shadows of her mother, the late Maryam Babangida in the last decade. Those that come across Erelu Babangida have continued to propagate the charitable causes that have become a constant feature in her life.

These days, she’s either attending a global women’s summit or supporting Africa’s industrial transformation through textile and clothing. At other times, she’s manning the position of a convener for her parents’ legacies that include the Better Life Programme for the African Rural Woman or the IBB legacy dialogue series.

Chief Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma, CEO and founder of Innoson Group, and Coscharis Motors boss, Cosmas Maduka, are two notable billionaires from Anambra State. However, not many know that these wealthy men and a few selected others find time to unwind in Nnewi city, despite their busy schedules. Social Circuit was reliably informed that they have found a new hobby in discussing life, politics, business, and the future over cups of Italian cappuccino. Those in the know claim that the business magnates have found love in a part of Nnewi, where they enjoy the finest brewed cappuccino in a convivial atmosphere befitting kings and men of means.

Another town gossip squealed that the cappuccino spot is where multi-billion naira business deals are put together and where the fates of the next millionaires are sealed. Further request on the name and location of the spot where these moneybags unwind was declined by talebearers, who feared the general insecurity in some Southeastern states including Anambra.

UKINEBO Dare is managing director of Edo Jobs under Governor Godwin Obaseki’s administration. Until the ever-smiling Uki, as she’s fondly called, was thrown into the spotlight by her position in government, she was covertly making giant strides in the world of art and spoken words. Since her appointment, Uki has, unknowingly, continued to grow her influence in the state and beyond. According to a leading media executive, her influence and presence were the fulcrum that made the Edo State International Film Festival happen and a glowing success.

A team player with an unusual aura, Uki’s multifaceted abilities make her unique anywhere she collaborates or speaks. Her smile, those close to her say, is so disarming, infectious, and enchanting that many revel in her presence. Her doggedness, hard work, and ability to spot talents have earned her a standing ovation from the state governor.

Society birds have continued to chirp about Victor Moghalu’s joy in the last few years. On further inquiry, the reason for his happiness has been confirmed as the success of his tech-heavy company, Kobobid. A few weeks back, Moghalu hosted a close-knit gathering of associates, families, and friends for another year of success-filled testimonies at his Mende, Maryland office.

Moghalu was full of gratitude as he opened up on the success of the business that started with just one game in 2021 to four games in 2022. Speaking about the Kobobid brand that is famous for penny auctions, a popular characteristic of his firm, Moghalu said: “A Penny auction also referred to as pay-to-bid auctions is a type of online auction where you pay to bid and bid on items with the purchased bids. Unlike typical auctions where the highest bidder wins and is the only one who pays for the item, all participants in a penny auction pay to bid. Typically, there’s no specific end time for a penny auction, the auction goes as long as there is continued interest in winning the item.” Moghalu also said that the Kobobid brand is part shopping and e-commerce, part gaming, and also a part chance since some bidders win and some lose.

There’sno wedding like a royal wedding, especially when the couple are from two highly respected royal houses.

Kano experienced a big celebration recently when the son of the Emir of Kibiya, Alhaji Umar Usman, married the daughter of Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero.

The marriage fatiha was held at the Kano Emir’s palace with State Governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, presiding after payment of N200,000 as dowry.

The Chief Imam of Kano, Professor Sani Zahraddeen, blessed the couple with prayers and advice.

“Marriage is a very important institution in society. Allah has directed every Muslim adult who is gainfully employed or has a means of livelihood to marry a woman he loves and the two, start up their home in love and harmony,” he said.

Princess Rukayyah rocked an exotic cream outfit with gold embroidery for her henna party (pre-wedding event). She was joined by family and friends as she celebrated her special moment.

Dignitaries spotted at the wedding of Rukayyah and Usman included former Vice President Namadi Sambo; Minister of State for Works and Housing, Umar El-Yakubu; Zamfara State Governor, Bello Matawalle former governor of Sokoto State, Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko; and a host of others.

Since his controversial marriage to actress Mercy Aigbe, more attention has shifted to Kazim Adesoji Adeoti, who is also a film producer.

The Chief Executive Officer of Adekaz Productions and chieftain of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Kwara State, celebrated Kwara South senatorial candidate, Professor Wale Sulaiman, on his birthday.

Adeoti described the SDP candidate as a brother and friend who has touched the lives of the people in Igbomina, Kwara South, and the state in general.

He said he was proud of his achievements as a neurosurgeon, former Special Adviser on Health to Kwara State Governor, philanthropist, and leader of their party.

“It is my prayer that Allah continues to preserve you for us in sound health with abundant resources. I also pray that on your next birthday, we will be addressing you as a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” he also said.

TWENTY five years after his death, Nigeria is yet to produce a man like Professor Moshood Abiola Peller, a magician par excellence.

As part of events to remember him, the final of the Unity Cup, Season 2, a football tournament, will be held on September 24 at the NYSC Camp, Iseyin, Oyo State. A prayer session will also be held same day at the Iseyin District Grammar School.

His son, Shina Peller, is putting in efforts to ensure his father’s legacy doesn’t die. He has built a name for himself in the nightlight industry as founder of Quilox Nightclub in Victoria Island, Lagos.

Although he has left the All Progressive Congress (APC), he is still in the corridors of politics. He recently represented Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Iwajowa/Kajola in Oyo State at the Federal House of Representatives.