Society

All Set for K1 De Ultimate Installation as Olori Omo Oba Akile Ijebu

– Alhaji Wasiu Olasunkanmi Ayinde Marshall By Otunba Sesan Rufai Come 26th September, 2023 the Mayegun of Yorùbá Land and Fuji music legend, Alhaji Wasiu Olasunkanmi Ayinde Marshall shall be installed as OLORI OMO OBA AKILE IJEBU by HRM Ọba (Dr) Sikiru Kayode Adetona (Ogbagba II), the Awujale of Ijebu Land. The public is hereby informed that the event shall run from Monday, 18th September,… []

“Okada Remains Cheapest Means Of Commuting After Subsidy Removal”- Apelogun Says As He Hails Tinubu’s Victory 

– Amb. (Prince) Adebayo Samsudeen Apelogun By Temidayo Babalola Amb. (Prince) Adebayo Samsudeen Apelogun, the National President of Amalgamated Commercial Motorcycle and Tricycle Owners, Repairers and Riders Association of Nigeria ACOMORAN, and GMD of Allrounder Groups, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR on his victory at the Tribunal. In a press release from his office, Apelogun asked the President and particularly the Honourable Minister… []

Olori Olufaki Fetes 60 Aged People, Doles Out Palliatives As She Adds Another Year

– Olori Olubunmi Falore By Bunmi Onakan  Wife of Olufaki of Ifaki, Olori Olubunmi Adeola Falore rolled out drums recently to celebrate another remarkable birthday. This year, it’s not only about the usual item number 7 that is peculiar to birthday celebration. Kindhearted Olori Olubunmi took her time to dole out palliatives to widows and aged people in the community. Local drummers and other merry… []

‘Coup-d’etat Won’t Stop In Africa, If Leaders Shun Justice, Remain Selfish’ – Linus Okorie

– Linus Okorie By Bunmi Onakan  The President, Chief Executive Officer of the GOTNI Leadership Centre, Linus Okorie, has said coup-d’etat would stop in Africa when leaders embrace selfless service to humanity. He stated this yesterday in Abuja when the project director of the African 100 Most Notable Peace Icons, Ambassador Kingsley Amafibe, gave him an award as one of the notable peace icons in… []

Another Nigerian Sets New Guinness World Record

– Tonye Solomon  By Bunmi Onakan An indigene of Bayelsa State, Tonye Solomon has set another Guinness World Record. Mr Solomon, on 10 August, set the record for the most steps (150) climbed on a ladder while balancing a football (soccer ball) on the head, according to the Guinness World Records. “Tonye attempted this record to challenge himself and to inspire others to do great… []

EFCC Steps In As Alakija Family Disagree Over Late Patriach’s Lagos Property

–File photo of EFCC office    –By Adegboyega Johnson The Ikoyi property of late Sir Adeyemo Alakija, who during his lifetime was a successful businessman politician and lawyer has generated an inner controversy among the children, and this the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched investigation into. The said property is located at No 10 Keffi Street, South West, Ikoyi, Lagos and  following… []

Lagos Socialite, Oludare Lawanson’s Humanitarian Movement Takes A New Leap

– Mr. Oludare Lawanson Society Elite Oludare Lawanson son of the late chief Olu Lawanson continues to evolve on his humanitarian movement in honor of his beloved Father. In a recent statement, he said he began a food drive for the benefit of the people of Agboyi-Ketu which occurs yearly on the 10th-11th of December, in remembrance of his father Chief Olu Lawanson, Oludare chose… []

Olajumoke Adenowo Uncovers The World of Contemporary African Architecture With The Unveiling of ‘Neo Heritage’

– Olajumoke Adenowo Renowned African Architect and Founder of AD Consulting, Olajumoke Adenowo is celebrating the unveiling of her book ‘Neo heritage’ this May. The book, published by Global leaders in art and architecture Rizzoli, is an exceptional body of work, which describes contemporary African Architecture in detail and how the combination of these traditional elements with modern trends can create a globally relevant and… []

Nobel Laureate, Prof Wole Soyinka Reveals What He Told Obi Before Presidential Election

– Prof. Wole Soyinka Prof. Wole Soyinka has revealed what he told Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi before the last presidential election in Nigeria. The Nobel Laureate revealed in a statement to express disappointment how his interview with Channels TV was taken out of context and sliced into new ones by media organisations. He said he had always rejected fascism, saying on three occasions,… []

“Your Selfless Dedication To Improving The Lives Of Nigerians, Is Exemplary” -Oando Boss, Wale Tinubu, Celebrates  President-Elect@71

– President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, with Oando boss, Wale Tinubu The Group Chief Executive, Oando Group, Mr Wale Tinubu, has described the President-Elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, as an exemplary politician who possesses leadership qualities worthy of emulation. In a message to felicitate the former Lagos State governor on his 71st birthday on Wednesday, the Oando boss also lauded the selfless sacrifices the President-Elect have made… []

PHINADON Unveils NGO, Touching Lives Foundation International

All roads lead to Presken Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos came alive on 25th of March 2023 when the popular, talented and prolific actress turned philanthropist; Delight Ifeoma Benson popularly known as PHINADON unveiled her None Government Organization NGO called PHINADON TOUCHING LIVES FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL. The event that was supposed to hold on the 18th of March 2023 was postponed due to the changed of date… []

60 for 60: ELUMELU Celebrates 60th Birthday with 60 Young Beneficiaries

– Co-Founder, The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Dr Awele Elumelu, Founder, TEF , Group Chairman, United Bank for Africa(UBA) and celebrant, Mr. Tony Elumelu; and daughter, Miss Oge Elumelu, during the symposium held in commemoration of Mr. Elumelu’s 60th birthday, attended by 60 young beneficiaries of the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme, held at UBA House, Marina, Lagos. The Group Chairman, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc,… []

Colourful And Luxury Lifestyle Of The Youngest Nigerian Millionaire, Fejiro Agbodje

– Hanu Fejiro Agbodje Even if you don’t see him putting on expensive gold necklaces or wearing the latest Gucci top, those who are close to him know his worth. With individuals like the CEO of Patricia Technologies Limited, Fejiro Agbodje, who are willing to showcase their gifts for the benefit of the country, it is only a matter of time before Nigeria climbs to… []

Succession Battle For The Throne Of Alaafin of Oyo Begins

–Late Alaafin of Oyo Months after the demise of Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, the Alaafin of Oyo, the battle for the vacant throne has begun in earnest. The ruling families have picked up the gauntlet to produce the successor to the late Oba. This indication emerged at the weekend following calls for fairness and justice within the Agunloye ruling house, as the Owoade ruling family, an… []

Flutterwave Latest: How Embattled CEO, Agboola Forced Out Partner, Iyinoluwa Aboyeji 

-Agboola, Aboyeji With the many scandalous irregularities that befell a fast growing tech firm, Flutterwave where the CEO and co-founder of one of Nigeria’s largest tech firms, Olugbenga Agboola was exposed and accused of insider trading, fraud, impersonation, inappropriate behaviour in the workplace like bullying, intimidation and even going as far as sabotaging efforts made by a former employee of the company to get another… []

Osinachi Nwachukwu: More Facts Surface On Real Cause Of Singer’s Death

-Late Osinachi Nwachukwu News of the death of popular gospel singer, Osinachi Nwachukwu who became an household name following the release of her popular song, ‘Ekwueme’ came as a shock to many of her fans Not long after.the story appeared online, different comments started rolling in especially from her close friends. One of the friends said the singer told her of how the husband would… []

AirJara Boss, Abi Otedola In Full Preparation As Mother In Law Celebrates 90th

-Lady Christine Doja Otedola All things are already in place to give a befitting 90th birthday to Lady Christine Doja Otedola. Amiable boss of AirJara, Abi Otedola who is a daughter in law to the celebrant has since been busy and putting things in place to ensure Mama’s birthday is well celebrated. According to her, “Mama is not just a mother in law, but a… []

No Elaborate Party For Suspended DCP, Abba Kyari As He Celebrates 47

Yesterday was the birthday of disgraced cop and former leader of the disbandedI Inspector General of Police’s Intelligence Response Team (IGP-IRT), Deputy Commissioner of Police Abba Kyari. Kyari is currently on suspension and relieved from all police duties pending the outcome of an internal investigation into his alleged connection with Gucci King, popular alleged fraudster Ramon Abbas Hushpuppi. Born on March 17,1975 in Maiduguri, Borno… []

Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi Finally Unveils New Queen

The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi has finally unveiled the identity of his new queen he married on Saturday. The Oluwo married a princess from the Ado Bayero dynasty in Kano, Kano State, Princess Firdauz Abdullahi. The wedding was held at the residence of Madakin Kano in the Yola Quarters of Kano, with representatives of Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and that of the Emir… []

Air Jara Boss, Abi Otedola Prepares For Mother in Law’s 90th Birthday

Amiable CEO of Air Jara Travels and Tours, Abi Otedola is leaving no stone unturned to make her mother in law, Mrs. Adedoja Christine Otedola 90th birthday a memorable celebration come April 3rd at Epe, Lagos. Hardworking Abi who just returned from a trip abroad has vowed to make Mama’s birthday a befitting one. Speaking with Metropolix Online in a phone chat, she described how… []