All Set For Alake of Egbaland’s 10th Coronation Anniversary

All Set For Alake of Egbaland’s 10th Coronation Anniversary
Benevolent royal father, Alake of Egbaland, His Royal Highness Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo is existing in a flurry of excitement at the moment. His source of joy is limitless. Of course, the cheerful Kabiyesi will be all smiles when the high and mighty within the nation’s socio-economic and political hub gather to honour him during his forthcoming 10th year coronation anniversary which holds in a few weeks’ time. One of the activities lined up for the day is giving chieftaincy titles to few Nigerians who have contributed in a great deal to the nation building in their respective endeavours.

Bola Shagaya

Hajia Bola Shagaya Steps Out Again
IN Nigeria today, one woman whose image looms large within the society is Hajia Bola Shagaya, the popular businesswoman and billionaire. This is because she is regarded as the most powerful woman within the corridors of power. Hajia Shagaya earns this title because she is regarded as the closest person to the wives of presidents. This has been so since the days of Nigeria’s military president, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida. After former President Goodluck Jonathan lost the presidential election a few months back, Hajia Shagaya, who is also a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader in Kwara State, chose to maintain a low profile, perhaps to re-strategise and repackage her brand.

But just a few weeks back, she stunned many when she resurfaced. She was one of the female celebrities who brightened up the 80th birthday soiree of Alhaji Bamanga Tukur. As she stepped into the venue, her arrival was announced by juju music maestro, King Sunny Ade, causing many to stir in admiration, while others cringed in envy. She looked elegant, sophisticated and dazzling in her outfit. What came as a surprise to many was the realisation that she is Alhaji Tukur’s in-law. It is obvious that Shagaya has since put the election story behind her and is concentrating solely on her business and family.

Ex-Lagos Surveyor General, Joseph Agbenla Enters Industry Hall Of Fame
Joseph Agbenla, the immediate past Surveyor General of Lagos State has entered the Nigeria’s Construction Industry Hall of Fame. The urbane technocract was among the industry top shots inducted into the industry hall of fame last weekend. The event which took place at the prestigious Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos attracted eminent personalities and several stakeholders in Nigeria’s construction industry. Agbenla, an astute leader, has contributed in no small measure to the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors, both in Lagos State chapter and at the national level. The Ikenne, Ogun State-born Agbenla’s objective in surveying practice and service to humanity is to provide, give truthful appropriate geospatial technical advice. His impact in the sector has not gone unnoticed. In 2011, he was Gold Award Recipient in National Development.

While speaking after receiving his medal, Agbenla said he is grateful to God that all his contributions as the Surveyor General and Permanent Secretary are being appreciated. “It’s a testimony for people to see that I have done my best and I thank God the effort is being lauded by the public”, he enthused.

Ken Caleb

Ken Caleb Olumese’s Life After Niteshift Coliseum

Like every life loaded with great success and landmark achievements after indelible evidence of hard work and resilience, Ken Caleb Olumese, the owner of the Niteshift Coliseum is at the moment enjoying his retirement after several years of running a numero uno celebrity nite club. The Guvnor, as Olumese is fondly addressed, has been busy with other businesses, most especially his Abuja multi-million naira project which has reached a level that says much about his passion for entertainment business.

The Edo-born socialite has been a night entrepreneur for ages and is one excellent manager who has weathered several stormy economic climes to keep the social terminus floating despite the many setbacks that have be-devilled the Opebi-based club. When fire gutted a part of the building years back, many had thought it would spell doom for the club but Guvnor Ken was too resilient to allow such a legacy end in ruins.

He would later renovate it and get it upgraded to a masterpiece. He no doubt gave club business a classy redefinition that has sustained Niteshift Coliseum where others came, made fleeting statements, and wobbled back into stark oblivion.

Bolanle. Photo; Bellanaija

Lagos First Lady, Bolanle Ambode’s Passion
Not many really know that Lagos First Lady, Bolanle Patience Ambode’s love for Nigerian music is legendary. This passion was on display recently when Limpopo master, Kcee was a guest performer at an event hosted by her office. The event, tagged the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) which was held at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event had in attendance wives of top Lagos State government officials led by Bolanle, the beautiful wife of Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode who rocked and danced to the hit songs performed by the Limpopo singer.

Onasanya

A Grand Send-Forth Party For Bisi Onasanya In December
Friends and close associates of banking czar, Bisi Onasanya, the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of First Bank of Nigeria Plc, are said to be planning a grand send-forth party in December for the out-going MD. Although the date and venue are yet to be confirmed as at the time of filing this report, our sources said it promises to be a grand one as eminent personalities across the country are set to attend. The Ogun State-born banker will cease to be head of the old generation and strong financial house as he successfully completes his tenure at the end of the year, a position he has held since 2009.

His retirement takes effect at the end of the current financial year, December 31, 2015 . However, while his retirement has been made public, what people are yet to know is his plans after retirement. Our findings revealed that Onasanya has his eyes on real estate business and he is said to have told his friends that he has a big love for real estate and wouldn’t mind venturing into it after leaving office.

Reputed as a seasoned banker and chartered accountant, Onasanya is a highly respected and personable executive who has established a reputation at First Bank for solid performance and sound judgment. He is widely reputed as the architect of the modern First Bank. He succeeded Sanusi Lamido Sanusi as Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer upon the appointment of the latter as CBN governor then.

Lagos Female Lawmaker, Mojisola Lawal Picks December Wedding Date
Hon. Mojisola Lawal is probably the first spinster to be elected as a lawmaker in Lagos State House of Assembly. She is about to enter the history books again as the first female legislator to celebrate a wedding ceremony as a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly. According to information at our disposal, the lawmaker representing Apapa Constituency I has picked December 5 and 7 as her wedding dates. Although the details of the programme and the identity of the lucky groom are still sketchy at the moment, insiders revealed that he is also a young politician from a famous family in the state.

Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Lawal, a Princess of the Ojora Akapo royal family of Lagos, is the younger sister of Hon. Gbolahan Lawal , a former ADC to former Lagos State Governor, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. He was also the Commissioner for Agriculture and Cooperative Development in former Governor Babatunde Fashola’s cabinet from 2011 to May 29, 2015 and has also been designated as one of commissioners to be sworn-in by Governor Akinwunmi Ambode soon. Going by the preparations in progress, Hon. Mojisola’s wedding promises to shake the city of Lagos.

Constituents Applaud Hon Kasunmu Over Sallah Largesse
The honourable member representing Ikeja Constituency II at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Adedamola Richard Kasunmu has been applauded by the people of his constituency for his generosity towards them during the last Eid Kabir celebrations. In his desire to ensure that his constituents celebrate the Muslim festival to the fullest last weekend, Honourable Kasunmu was said to have distributed cows, rams, several bags of rice and other food items running into millions of naira to the leaders and other members of his constituency. What further impressed the people was that the gifts were not limited to Muslim faithful alone; they were also extended to Christians and devotees of other religions. A cross section of leaders outside Ikeja Constituency II also benefited from Kasunmu’s Sallah largesse. Still basking in the excitement of a memorable celebration made possible by Kasunmu, members of the constituency have continued to express appreciation to the lawmaker for reaching out to them during the festive period.

Ikeja Constituency II comprises of Ojodu, Ogba, Omole and parts of Ikeja. According to one of the constituents who lives in Ojodu axis: “Hon. Kasunmu has really done well. We were not really expecting any gift for Sallah because the 8th House of Assembly was just settling down but he deemed it fit to identify with us during this important celebration. One good turn, as they say, deserves another. It is good to appreciate those who stood by you when you needed support and that was exactly what Hon. Kasunmu has done. He has started very well and we are confident that his tenure as our representative will attract massive development to our constituency. And if he can continue to improve on this, the sky will be his starting point politically”.