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...

His daughter, Eleanor Okoye clocks three today, September 25, 2020.
The proud father of two took social media to share these beautiful photos of his daughter to celebrate her birthday. He also prayed for grace so she can excel in all her endeavors, as he showered his love on her.
He wrote in his caption:
‘Hurryayyyyy! Our girl is 3 today. Happy birthday Chisom Eleanor Okoye. May His abundant Grace be upon you as always. Mommy and Daddy love youuuuuuuu!.’
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