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  • Oba Adako celebrates 10th anniversary

    Oba Adako celebrates 10th anniversary

    Olushola Victor

     

    TIME is something no one has a control over. It was on November 27, 2010, when the Oliyere of Iyere kingdom, Oba Omotunde Adako, ascended the throne of his forefathers, and he is already celebrating 10 years as king.

    Plans have been concluded to celebrate the young and stylish monarch this month with a week-long event. It should be noted that before he wore the crown, the kingdom was without a king for about nine years.

    Oba Adaku, who grew up near the palace of Olowo of Owo, is the first king in his family in recent past. His biological father was not a king before he died, while his grandfather was a pastor. The last time there was a king in his family was about 400 years ago.

    Iyere kingdom is located in Owo Area Council, Owo Local Government of Ondo State. It has nine communities with beaded crowned Obas in each of them.

  • Egunjobi and wife get their groove back

    Egunjobi and wife get their groove back

    Olushola Victor

     

    FEW weeks after giving his late mother, Alhaja Mariam Aduke Egunjobi, a befitting burial with the presence of political bigwigs in Lagos, Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government, Hon. Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi, is gradually getting his groove back.

    Some days ago, he and his wife, Alhaja Ramat, added chieftaincy titles to their caps as Aare Onibon Ilugun and Otun Iyalode Ilugun of Osile Oke-Ona Egba land respectively.

    The honor was bestowed on the Lagos State University (LASU) graduate of Sociology and his delectable wife by the Osile Oke-Ona of Egbaland, Oba Adedapo Tejuosho, for their contribution to political excellence, humanitarian works and as good Egba ambassadors.

    The title conferment ceremony was held with attendance of palace chiefs, eminent sons and daughters of the ancient town before retiring to Egunjobi Quarters at Quarry Road and later to Mokola, Abeokuta for a reception, where invited dignitaries were spoilt with food and drinks of their choice.

  • Alex Bankole’s special birthday celebration

    Alex Bankole’s special birthday celebration

    Olushola Victor

     

    CHIEF Executive Officer of KAB Constructions Limited, Kehinde Alex Bankole, was given a special celebration recently as he turned a year older.

    When Yoruba actor, Alhaji Taiwo Hassan, aka Ogogo, paid him a surprise birthday visit at his Ajah, Lagos home, there was a mini celebration. The display of traditional performers got the celebrant thrilled and emotional.

    His brand ambassadors, actor Niyi Johnson and wife, Oluwaseyi Edun, also sent their gifts and a band to give the celebrant a surprise serenade. This was before the arrival of Ogogo.

    The celebrant, who also received special birthday wishes from Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, couldn’t hide his excitement. Despite being a low-key cerebration, friends and family made the day special.

  • Excitement as new Mogajis, Baales emerge in Ibadanland

    Excitement as new Mogajis, Baales emerge in Ibadanland

    By Olushola Victor

    The city of Ibadan came alive recently as new Mogajis and Baales were installed by Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji.

    A governorship aspirant in Oyo State on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Joseph Tegbe and a veteran broadcaster, Kola Olootu, were among the newly installed Mogajis.

    Tegbe was installed Mogaji of Oguntegbe Compound, Labo, while Olootu emerged Mogaji of Adesun Compound of Oje.

    Two others who were installed are Isiaka Odebode and Lukman Adeleke. They became Mogaji Ile Iwo, Esu Awele, Oja’ba and Odekunle compounds respectively.

    In Ibadan traditional chieftaincy system, Mogaji is the head and representative of a family compound. It is also the preparatory stage to becoming Jagun, the first step in Olubadan line, which has 22 steps in Otun line and 23 steps in Balogun line.

  • Dress Ooni’s wife rocked for her Prince’s naming

    Dress Ooni’s wife rocked for her Prince’s naming

    Olushola Victor

    Generally, the birth of a child brings undiluted joy to a household. So, how do we describe the feeling when the crown prince of a powerful Yoruba kingdom joins the world?

    The arrival of the little crown prince was announced by Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, and the naming ceremony was held on Wednesday.

    The dress worn by Olori Silekunola Ogunwusi for the naming ceremony was magnificent and represents everything she stands for. While the focus has been on the queen, the person behind the stylish dress is none other than Abiodun Folashade Tokunbo, better known as Luminee.

    Luminee, who has made great strides in the fashion world, didn’t just make the queen’s dress she also acted as her stylist for the joyous occasion.

    She wrote on her Instagram page: “Congratulations my precious queen on your prince’s naming ceremony today. My prince your voice shall be heard all over the world, nations will serve you, you will continue to be a source of joy to your family, no evil shall befall you, and you will succeed in life.”

    Meanwhile, Oba Ogunwusi named his son after the 49th Ooni in the third dynasty of Ife, Oba Adesoji Tadenikawo Aderemi. The monarch explained that naming his son after Oba Aderemi, was in fulfillment of a promise he made.

  • Fayemi prepares to host Nollywood’s finest

    Fayemi prepares to host Nollywood’s finest

    Olushola Victor

     

     

    When one thinks of the COVID-19 outbreak, the high-profile deaths recorded and the #EndSARS protest, one may conclude that there is no reason to celebrate. But being alive alone is worth celebrating regardless of the dark days.

    Come December 5, Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State will be hosting Best Of Nollywood Awards (BON). Bisola Aiyeola, Toyin Abraham, and Efa Iwara are some stars that have been nominationed for this year’s edition and all the nominees will fancy their chances.

    Some of the most keenly contested categories include Director of the Year, Best Kiss in a Movie, the Most Promising Actor of the Year, Movie with the Best Sound among others.

    Movies such as Elevator Baby, Sugar Rush, The Sessions, Wede, This Lady Called Life, and Living In Bondage have been nominated in the Movie of the Year category while actors like Adesuwa Etomi, Efa Iwara, Bisola Aiyeola, and Abisola Adebayo have been nominated in several categories.

    Also, Temi Otedola was nominated for the role she played in ‘Citation,’ a movie produced by Kunle Afolayan.

  • Badagry royal fathers step out for medical outreach

    Badagry royal fathers step out for medical outreach

    Olushola Victor

     

    ROYAL fathers in Badagry, Lagos, made their presence felt at a medical outreach programme organised to improve the lives of the indigenes and residents.

    Tagged Rotary Family Health Days held at Badagry Town Hall, Oniworo of Iworo Kingdom, Oladele Kosoko, Onimeke of Imeke, Oba Abraham Ogabi and Baale of Ajara Agamathen, Agano Toniyan all came out to support the kind gesture organized by Olu Kosoko Foundation in partnership with Rotary Club of Eko Atlantic.

    Although the Chairman of Olu Kosoko Foundation, Olu Kosoko, couldn’t make it to the outreach, he was well represented and he tendered his apologies. It was gathered that the COVID-19 lockdown in United Kingdom caught up with him.

    Kosoko said health was the most precious commodity on earth, nothing that with good health, anything was possible but without it, getting out of bed could be an impossible challenge.

    Thanking Rotary Club of Eko Atlantic specially, he noted that that free consultation and free medication to 1000 persons were some of the benefits extended to the people Badagry.

  • Tony Elumelu celebrates

    Tony Elumelu celebrates

    Olushola Victor

     

    TONY Elumelu’s exploits in business are widely known and celebrated all over Africa. As chairman of Heirs Holdings, United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Transcorp, he is Nigeria’s jewel.

    Despite being a busy man, Elumelu is also a family man who values quality time with his wife and children. At different occasions on his Instagram page, he always shares family moments with his children, making followers and admirers to wonder how he squeezes out free time.

    Married to Vivian, a medical doctor in 1993, the union is blessed with seven children, including triplets.

    On Thursday, Elumelu’s triplets clocked 14 and their billionaire father was in joyous mood. He shared beautiful photos of them with excitement, saying: “My girls are 14′.

    The likes of Femi Otedola, Omoni Oboli, Dakore Akande and other top personalities also joined him in celebrating his pretty girls.

    Elumelu started his career in Union Bank as an NYSC member in 1985. At some point, he acquired Standard Trust Bank and UBA was acquired afterwards.

    After his retirement from UBA in 2010, Elumelu founded Heirs Holdings, which invests in the financial services, energy, real estate and hospitality, agribusiness, and healthcare sectors. In the same year, he established the Tony Elumelu Foundation, an Africa-based and funded philanthropic organisation.

  • Ozigbo visits Prince Eze in Enugu

    Ozigbo visits Prince Eze in Enugu

    Olushola Victor

     

    SINCE Chief Valentine Ozigbo left his appointment as President and CEO of Transcorp Plc, he has focused more on two things – his desire to become the next governor of Anambra State and celebration of people.

    As Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Oranto Petroleum, Prince Arthur Eze, celebrated his 72nd birthday during the week, Ozigbo didn’t just visit the Enugu home of the oil magnate, he also had nice things to say about him.

    He described Eze’s success story as both remarkable and inspiring, saying: “Today, I joined an enigmatic global oil magnate, philanthropist, and leader, Prince Arthur Eze at his home in Enugu as he marked his 72th Birthday.”

    According to him, Eze’s heart is as big as his business empire and millions have felt the impact of his generosity and kindness.

    “Ozoigbondu is a great man and I join millions of his friends and well-wishers in praying for more blessings, excellent health, and greater wisdom,” he added.

  • Challenging times for Prophet Ogundipe

    Challenging times for Prophet Ogundipe

    By Olushola Victor

    This is clearly a challenging time for Prophet Israel Ogundipe after a Lagos High Court found him guilty of fraud charges and sentenced him to two years imprisonment. It would be fascinating to see how he overcomes it.

    When the news surfaced during the week, it was like a rumour or fake news considering how he is valued or rated in the society and Celestial Church of Christ (CCC).

    The popular philanthropist had been facing the charge since 2007 for allegedly defrauding a United-Kingdom-based woman of N11 million. He had promised to help her buy some landed properties but couldn’t deliver neither did he refund her money.

    As a philanthropist, he has won the hearts of many people by providing for the less privileged and orphans.

    Earlier this year too, he was appointed an Ambassador for Peace of the Universal Peace Federation (UPF) for his service to society. With this latest development, his integrity and pedigree will be questioned.