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...
Toyin Aimakhu's ex-husband, Niyi Johnson, has dismissed reports suggesting that he has been making attempts to reconcile with the actress since their marriage ended following allegations of infidelity.
According to Johnson, the actress had been the one making moves to ensure that they get back together, and he has proof to back up his claim.
Johnson, who is an actor, mentioned this in an interview withPunch Newspaper's Saturday Beats.
He said, “This is a blatant lie! In fact, the reverse is even the case. I can’t even remember the last time I spoke to her; it probably was sometime last year. I have never called her since this controversy started. But she has been the one calling me. I have a lot of evidence to prove this.”
The actor was silent about the chances of re-igniting a romance with Aimakhu, bluntly stating that he will rather not discuss the subject.
“I would rather not talk about it. But I have to tell you that in a few weeks, things will unfold.”
Meanwhile, the actress, in past interviews had revealed her undying love for the actor, also stating that though she had deep affection for him, she does not see them getting back together.
Stay with Pulse News as we bring you more stories concerning the controversy.
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