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AKOD LEADS PEACE ADVOCACY VISIT TO ISALE AWORI AHEAD OF ODUN EGUNGUN FESTIVAL
The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, led council officials, security agencies and traditional leaders on a peace advocacy visit to Isale Awori, Ikeja, to resolve longstanding family disputes and pave the way for a peaceful celebration of the forthcoming Odun Egungun (Masquerade) Festival.
ADRON Chairman Emmanuelking Congratulates Anthony Osibodu on Coronation as Bobajiro of Ilishan-Remo
The Chairman of ADRON Homes and Properties, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, KOF, has congratulated renowned businessman Anthony Osibodu on his coronation as the Bobajiro of Ilishan-Remo, describing the traditional honour as a testament to his outstanding achievements, exemplary character and contributions to his community.
Why Yoruba actors are backing Tinubu for second term — Quadri
Veteran Yoruba actor Yinka Quadri has explained why he and other practitioners in the film industry support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election ambition, citing the president’s longstanding financial assistance to entertainers and his contributions to infrastructure development.
Tourism minister presents hand-drawn portrait to Tinubu in Lagos
The Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has presented President Bola Tinubu with a hand-drawn portrait of him and his late mother.
Odunmbaku Celebrates Ojodu Heritage, Promotes Tourism, Local Economic Opportunities
The Executive Chairman of Ojodu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Olusegun David Odunmbaku, has called for greater efforts to preserve the area’s cultural heritage while leveraging tourism to create employment opportunities and stimulate local economic growth.
Baale of Ajah Kingdom Celebrates Hamzat at 62, hails his Leadership And Service to Lagos
The Baale of Ajah Kingdom, High-Chief Ismail Ishola Adewale Adeleke Adamson Ojupon IV, has felicitated with the Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat, on the occasion of his 62nd birthday.
Tunde Kelani pays tribute to Olu Jacobs, recalls four decades of friendship and collaboration
Renowned Nigerian cinematographer and filmmaker, Tunde Kelani, has paid a deeply personal tribute to veteran actor Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, describing him as a consummate actor whose discipline, generosity and commitment helped shape modern Nigerian cinema.
Ogun 2027: I’ll immortalise Ogogo if elected governor – Adeola
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State for the 2027 election, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, has declared that he will immortalise the late veteran Nollywood actor, Hassan Taiwo (Ogogo), if elected governor.
Tinubu Mourns Ogogo as Minister Musawa Visits Bereaved Family
The Federal Government has paid tribute to late Nollywood veteran Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, with Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, visiting the actor’s family to convey President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s condolences.
“yinka, Don’t Cry…” — Yinka Quadri Reveals Ogogo’s Heartbreaking Final Words Before Death
The words have remained with veteran Nollywood actor Yinka Quadri — words spoken by his longtime friend and colleague, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, during what would become their final encounter.