Nollywood Curvy Actress, Biodun Okeowo known as Omobutty recently celebrated her birthday. The mother of two took to her Instagram page to share some stunning photos and also penned a apprecation post. She wrote: Happy birthday to me… join me…
Lagos flood sacks popular actor, Pa James from home
The house of veteran actor, Ajirebi Kayode Olasehinde, popularly known as Pa James of Papa Ajasco was affected by flood that occurred in Lagos State after the heavy downpour on Sunday. His son, Samuel Ajirebi, who confirmed the sad development,…
Yorubas urged to preserve culture
A Socio-cultural group, Kaaro-Oojiire Omo Oodua Foundation (KOOOF), has called on the Yorubas at home and in the diaspora to preserve their language and culture. It urged the Southwest states not to allow Yoruba culture to go into extinction. KOOOF Chairman…
Igbo-Yoruba affinity: ‘IFA’ is the connecting link of original Nigerians – Attah Of Igala
Following the controversial statements and counter opinions emanating from some quarters as a result of the statement averred by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Oguwunsi, that the Yoruba and Igbo have common affinity, the Attah Of Igala, His Royal…
Ooni asks historians to research on Yoruba-Igbo family ties
The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has charged researchers to study the age-long relationship between the Yoruba natives and the Igbo people of South-east Nigeria so as to deepen their knowledge of African history. He made this call on Thursday…
Diaspora obas: Oluwo defends Olugbo
Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, has said the Olugbo of Ugbo, Oba Obateru Akinruntan, should not be criticised for crowning some people living outside the country as obas. The royal father said on a Rave FM programme, Frank Talk, monitored in Osogbo on…
Courage, Scholarship and the Revitalization of Traditions: The Life and Legacy of Professor Sophie Bósèdé Olúwolé
My deep appreciation goes to the family of Professor Sophie Bósèdé Olúwolé for inviting me to give this commemorative lecture on the life and times of Auntie Sophie. Permit me to begin with a personal tribute to the deceased. As…
The Designer Reimagining Traditional West African Fabrics for a New Generation
From his studio in Lagos, Nigeria, Kenneth Ize works with local artisans to create innovative clothes from vibrant handcrafted textiles. Earlier this month in Lagos, Nigeria, the models Naomi Campbell and Alton Mason — she, an industry icon; he, one…
Meet 10 Pretty, Young Actresses In Yoruba Movie Industry And Why Men Are Crazy About Them
Undoubtedly, there are thousands of beautiful women especially the young ladies who are doing well for themselves in the industry. They not only beautiful but extraordinary talented. However, we present to you 10 out of the thousands who are more…
See Epic Photo Of How Ambode’s Children Welcomed Buhari In Lagos
A rare photo of Governor Akinwunmi Ambode‘s children paying courtesy to President Muhammadu Buhari has emerged on the social media. Naija News reports that the President visited Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial city, where Ambode is the governor, to commission some projects constructed by the…