Aiyedatiwa extols Olajumoke’s virtues at 80

As friends, associates, and mentees of Senator Bode Olajumoke converged in Akure to celebrate his 80th birthday, the Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has applauded the charitable virtues of the octogenarian and former senator, representing Ondo North Senatorial District of the state. Represented by his deputy, Olayide Adelami, the governor described the celebrant as a […]

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Abel Mofefisayo Lebile at 90 and his high degree of worth

By Sola Lebile Abel Mofeyisayo Lebile, community leader, educationist, mediator, and the Gbogunro of Igbokoda land has clocked a towering age of ninety (25-07-2024) and amazingly entered into the nonagenarian club with a healthy status, which is a rarity to behold. Hallelujah to the Lord! He has been a man of different psychological makeup: humble, […]

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‘Soyinka’s life inspirational, impactful’

Students, teachers, professionals, and members of the general public have paid glowing tributes to the impactful and inspirational life of Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka. The various individuals gave their tributes during their visits to the Initiative for Information, Arts, and Culture Development in Nigeria, Jericho, Ibadan, on Tuesday, where a month-long exhibition to celebrate […]

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‘The Man Died’: A celebration of Soyinka’s defiant activism

Vanessa Obioha was among those who attended the special screening of ‘The Man Died,’ a Zuri24 Media production that honoured the iconic playwright and political activist Wole Soyinka as part of his 90th birthday celebrations. She brings snapshots from the special event. The well-heeled guests who recently gathered at Alliance Française (Mike Adenuga Centre) in […]

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Soyinka: Producer announces corporate support for Aiye-ko-ooto’s ‘The Nobel Warrior’

Celebrations of a quintessential global literary giant, Prof. Wole Soyinka, received more boost with corporate brands providing support as contributing partners in the special theatre production of The Nobel Warrior – Eni Ogun, written by Aiye-ko-Ooto, directed by Oriade Adefila and produced by Cash Onadele; a performance put together in collaboration with Wole Soyinka International […]

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Davido back from honeymoon with Chioma, takes internet by storm

Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, is back in town, and the heartwarming video of his grand reception from fans has taken the internet by storm. Late June 2024 saw Davido and his beautiful bride, Chioma, jettied off to the United States for a luxurious honeymoon following their extravagant wedding. As they boarded their private jet in […]

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Tinubu celebrates Obaigbena at 65

President Bola Tinubu has praised the “enterprising spirit” of Nduka Obaigbena, chairman of ThisDay and Arise media group. The president spoke in a birthday message to Obaigbena, who turns 65 on Sunday. Tinubu also “prays for greater achievements for the renowned publisher, whose philanthropic efforts, especially in education, have demonstrated his passion for human development”. […]

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Aiyedatiwa congratulates iconic Soyinka at 90

Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated Nobel Laureate Prof Wole Soyinka on his 90th birthday anniversary, describing him as a global icon and a Nigerian patriot of the highest standard. This was in a statement on Saturday by his spokesman, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan. The Governor, fond of Soyinka’s multiple literary works, said the […]

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Tinubu names National Theatre after Soyinka

President Bola Tinubu has named the National Arts Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos, after Nobel Laureate, Prof Wole Soyinka. He announced this in a letter he wrote to the iconic figure in commemoration of his 90th birthday. “I am pleased to join admirers around the world in celebrating the 90th birthday of Nigeria’s iconic son and […]

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