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 much-talked about reality show, BBNaija, finally came to an end leaving the stars on the show to deal with their new found fame and relevance.
One of the housemates, Mercy Eke, emerged as the winner to the joy of fans on social media. After her exit from the show, the 26-year-old lady has gone on to enjoy the goodwill of Nigerians.
Just recently, Mercy Eke bagged another mouth-watering endorsement deal with Mr Taxi and it is alleged to be worth millions of naira.
Taking to her Instagram page to share photos from the moment she signed the deal, she wrote;
“In my continued quest for collaboration with premium brands, dear Mercenaries, say hello to Mr Taxi. The latest addition to our family @mrtaxi_ng”
A little intro about my newest family, Mr taxi is an e-hailing app, that promises a convenient and luxurious mode of transportation around Lagos.She added:
It will launch on the 2nd of November at Oriental hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
By 6pm.
Everyone is invited, I will be there, live.
It’s a free show, all you need to do is to download the app as your gate pass and join me, as we redefine transportation in Lagos state.
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