Shockwaves are reverberating across Yorùbáland and the global Yorùbá diaspora following the sudden death of the Baba Ọba (King’s Father) of the famed Oyotunji African Village in South Carolina, USA. The late Baba Ọba, Lukman Arohunfale, a revered socialite and traditionalist, passed away under circumstances already sparking fierce controversy. His death comes just days after he publicly accused the newly installed Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty Oba Akeem Adéyẹmọ Owoade, of allegedly ordering his courtiers to beat him mercilessly during a recent courtesy visit to the Oyo palace in Nigeria. In a widely circulated voice recording, the deceased recounted how what was meant to be a simple homage turned violent. Although the Baba Ọba had reportedly battled ill health in the past year, growing insinuations suggest that the alleged physical assault may have aggravated his condition, ultimately leading to his untimely death. The palace in Oyo recently denied that s...
The heart broken singer led her three children, Rene Charles, 14, twin boys Nelson and Eddy, 5, to the funeral of her late husband. A huge number of well-wishers also gathered for the funeral service, filling the aisles of the church and the area outside. The funeral service was broadcast live yesterday
Angélil died of throat cancer at the age of 73 on January 14. More photos after the cut...
Angélil died of throat cancer at the age of 73 on January 14. More photos after the cut...
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