In the early 2000s, there were several kid actors who dominated the Yoruba Movie industry. One of them is Samuel Olasehinde Ajirebi, son of Pa James. Another fantastic actress who also rocked the scene then is Opemipo Bamgbopa aka Maradona.…
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,…
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…
Yoruba nation needs restructuring desperately, says Akintoye
The Yoruba Summit Group, which is a platform for the Yoruba self-determination groups, has said the Yoruba nation needs restructuring desperately in order to develop at its own pace. The coordinator of the group, Prof. Banji Akintoye, said this at…
Davido rocks an exclusive hand-beaded Okunoren jacket at his sold out show in London
Davido is fresh off the high of his sold out concert and whilst we celebrate the star, we also take a look at the jacket that took center stage at the o2. Davido proved himself to be an African giant…
Bad sleep may be an evolutionary survival tool
Trouble sleeping is a common complaint among older folks, but what if their insomnia traces back to prehistoric times when Grandma and Grandpa were in charge of keeping the cave safe at night? A new study of modern hunter-gatherers in northern Tanzania…