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HILARIOUS MOMENTS AS ‘OGA DAY’ 2019 UNIFIES THOUSANDS IN IKORODU, RECEIVES PRESENCE OF PROMINENT PERSONALITIES

..Oba Shotobi, Sanwo-Olu, Osinowo, Obasa, Benson, Agunbiade, Saka-Sholaja, others loud the festival
…cultural revolution for Socio-economic & political empowerment, IKODASS Chairman, Otunba Abiru reveals
The annual Ikorodu Oga Day Celebration of this year ended in anothet grand style amidst funfair. The 28th version was seen as a unique occasion for the Ikorodu people and this was evident right from the pre-celebration activities to the grand finale day on Saturday, November 16, 2019, at the annual celebration ground of Ayangburen Palace, Ikorodu.
As early as 8.00am, MegaXpression reports that various parts of the Ikorodu sections had started arriving the venue with their sons and daughters. Some adorned themselves in special attire (Aso Ebi), while the special dress (Ankara textile) for the 28th Oga festival was conspicuously seen on those who could get it from the organizers. Banners of various inscriptions, congratulating the Ayangburen of Ikorodu Kingdom, HRM Oba Kabir Adewale Shotobi, IKODASS Chairman, Otunba Ganiyu Olusegun Abiru were erected at strategic spots. Traditional dancers and cultural troupes were not also left out with their memorable displays.
This year’s festival was no doubt characterized by various demonstration and presentations that arrested the attention of the guests. Prominent personalities within and outside Ikorodu Division were not left out of the life long experience which binds the people of Ikorodu together. Amongst those that present were the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, who was ably represented by S.A on Agriculture, Ms Ruth Bisola Olusanya, Senator Bayo Osinowo of Lagos East Senatorial, Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Mudashiru Obasa, National Assembly Member, Hon Babajimi Adekoge Benson, Majority Leader, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon SOB Agunbiade, and Hon Nurudeen Saka-Sholaja of Ikorodu Constituency II.
Others are Chairman Ikorodu LG, Hon Wasiu Adeshina and his Vice, Princess Folashade Olabanji-Oba, Chairman Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA, Comrade Olusesan Daini, Artisans, Groups, Associations, iCARE Foundation, BOS Support Group of Hon Adebimpe Akinsola, CDAs, religious and political leaders, Clubs and different families were all there to be part of history.
The Oga Day festival which came into being in 1992 under the first Chairmanship of Chief B.O. Benson, SAN, was a novel idea that was accepted by all and sundry in Ikorodu. The event had since been witnessing a tremendous support for the yearly celebration, which was meant to bring home sons and daughters of the kingdom both at home and in Diaspora.
The Chairman of IKODASS, Otunba Ganiyu Olusegun Abiru said in the past two years, he, with the support of other members of IKODASS have succeeded in repackaging and rebranding the most popular sociocultural event in Ikorodu in which others will continue to build upon.
“It is another year of celebration and with pleasure and gratitude to the most high God that I welcome you to the Grand Finale of year 2019 Oga Day Celebration which is the 28th version of the most glamorous celebration of the year in Ikorodu Division.
“This is one event that has continually brought together all sons and daughters of Ikorodu Kingdom and indeed Ikorodu Division both at home and in diaspora. A weeklong event that has engendered the growth of social interactions and economic prosperity of our people.
“One event in Ikorodu Division that has on yearly basis expanded in scope, characterized in glitz and glamour and above all, attracted daily to the Town Hall a minimum of three thousand people sharing in the conviviality and other developmental programmes which distinctly distinguish Oga Day Celebration as the most popular, colourful, entertaining and educative of all the township celebrations in Lagos State.
“I want to assure you that the Executive of IKODASS would continue to blaze the trail in making the celebration very relevant to the yearnings and aspirations of the indigenes and residents in Ikorodu Kingdom.
“In furtherance of our resolve to be current, our theme this year “Cultural Revolution – A necessity for Socio-conomic & politics empowerment” is meant to reawake our consciousness to the inherent benefitting value in culture which can be used as a catalyst for socio-economic and political emancipation of our people,” he said.
Abiru further extended his unalloyed gratitude to the Lagos State Government for its supports right from inception of Oga Day, the charismatic Kabiyesi, HRM Oba Engr Kabir Adewale Shotobi and his wife, Olori Kudirat Abosede Shotobi, and other progressive minded in Ikorodu for their unrelentless support and guidance at ensuring that the right things are done at the right time.
In his eloquent remarks, Hon Babajimi Benson, MHR, while giving his remarks urged the people of Ikorodu to see the celebration, not as only merry-making, but to reflect on how people can contribute to the growth of Ikorodu community. “This is the essence of celebrating our town days, and I want to believe that both sons and daughters of Ikorodu land at home and Diaspora will use this to contribute to the socio-economic growth of this great kingdom,” he said.
“I therefore crave for a glamorous and peaceful coexistence among all that brings about true growth and development to our Community. The task of peaceful co-existence, progress and development requires that all hands must be on deck to achieve our laudable goals,” Benson opined.
Rt. Hon Mudashiru Obasa, remarkably said “the biggest gathering of all Ikorodu sons and daughters with unique opportunity to celebrate all is Oga Day. “We hold dear as a people, especially legacies left for us by our founding fathers, which include, honour, valour, bravery, respect for Ikorodu Kingdom, propagation of our cultural values and so on. We salute our present leaders championed by Kabiyesi, Oba Kabir Adewale Shotobi and others for their consistency.”
While also addressing the audience, Senator Bayo Osinowo of Lagos East Senatorial thanked the planning committee and the entire people of Ikorodu for the successful celebration. He further urged the residents of Ikorodu community to embrace peace and love one another, enjoined youth to have respect for law and order.
Shortly after Hon SOB Agunbiade and Hon Nurudeen Saka-Sholaja expressed their enthusiasm over the successful celebration of this year’s festival, HRM Oba Kabir Adewale Shotobi, said he was impressed by this year’s Oga Day. “We shall come back next year to give thanks for seeing another year. We shall continue to witness peace, progress and development in Ikoroduland,” he prayed.
Oba Shotobi noted that the celebration had further brought to fore the importance of tradition and culture, as he thanked immensely the support and co-operation of all towards this year’s successful celebration.
Another side attraction was the presentation of awards to prominent personalities who have worked assiduously to advance the course of growth and development in all facet of life in Ikorodu Division, Dr Bolaji Ajenifuja, OFR, was presented with the ‘2019 Community Lifetime Outstanding Performance Award,’ this is often conferred annually on most outstanding indigene of the Division.
Others Awardees are: Dr Olasunkanmi Sulaimon, Odesanya, and Posthumous Awards to Late Alhaja Sinotu Ajobi Osinowo and Late Chief Lawal Olayinka Sule ogunmaga.
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Grammy Awards : Tinubu congratulates Nigerian music sensation Temilade, says Onanuga

President Bola Tinubu congratulates Nigerian music sensation Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, on winning the Best African Music Performance award at the 67th annual Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles on Sunday night.
On behalf of the entire nation, President Bola Tinubu commends the singer for her unique artistry, which has brought pride to Nigeria on the global stage for the second time.
The President celebrates the rise of a new generation of young and multi-talented Nigerian musical artists who have propelled Afrobeats to internationalprominence, projecting the country’s reputation as a powerhouse of musical innovation, creativity and cultural influence.
“From Africa to Antarctica, Asia to Australia, Europe to the Americas, the Nigerian music industry, particularly,
Afrobeats has become a source of national pride, promoting a sense of identity and self-expression while uniting people across borders, “he says.
President Bola Tinubu congratulates other Nigerian artists nominated for this year’s Grammy Award: Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Lojay, Davido, and Burna Boy.
He thanks these patriots for putting Nigeria on the global map of great achievers in the music industry and for showcasing the country’s creative excellence.
“You are all inspiration and role models to many young people. The nation remains deeply grateful for your contributions to music, job creation, and tourism promotion. I wish you all continued success in your musical careers.”
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Ashny Set for Valentine Special and new Album ‘ Femme Fatale’

Ashny, Nigeria’s sensational Queen of Pop music, has had tremendous success since her debut album ‘Ashny Ain’t Playing’ was released in October 2023, and has constantly pushed out numerous hit tunes and videos to the delight of her fans and followers.
She has had the privilege and opportunity to perform at the Alibaba January 1st concerts (2024&2025), Felabration anniversary concerts at the freedom park (2023&2024), Laffmattazz with Gbenga Adeyinka, Night Of Queens, Muludun Night with Koffi Tha Guru, CIG industry Nights and Goge Africa concert, amongst many other great events.
Charged up to deliver as always she has released several videos for songs like ‘FE MI’, ‘Middle Of Something’, ‘Gbamigbo’, ‘Irawo’, ‘Volup’, ‘Ara’ etc
She just recently dropped a classic Christmas song that was the talk of town and premiered her movie ‘Birth Of A Nightingale’ (Which is built around music by Ashny and features her as the lead act alongside legendary Diva Yinka Davies, prolific music producer Puffy Tee, Georgewill Johnathan, Openteeth, Makati, Dynamic V and Comedy virtuoso Koffi Tha Guru, who wrote, produced and directed the movie)
Ashny is now set to give fans and well wishers a thrilling encounter at the second edition of ‘An Ashny Valentine’ live at the Freedom park, Lagos.
This is a live performance engagement alongside with her Char Char band and will also have guest acts like Yinka Davies, Jafextra, Sossick, Pupa Tee, Mooh etc. Audiences get the chance to win merchandise and become members of the Ashtonian fan club.
She is also set to officially present her new album ‘Femme Fatale’ at the event on February 14.
The groovy and soul driven album was produced by famous producer Sossick, with added productions by Lowkeyz and Daeci.
For the first time Ashny features guest acts on songs like ‘If No Be You ft Ypick’, ‘In My Feelings ft Sossick and Pupa Tee’, and ‘He Belongs To Me ft Mooh’.
If No Be You and He Belongs To Me videos are out and available on YouTube @ashnyofficial
All songs are available on all music platforms and her website www.ashnymusic.net
An Ashny Valentine tickets will be available at the venue and designated sales points.
https://freedomparklagos.com/event/an-ashny-valentine/
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Mohbad’s Father, Aloba, Responds to Criticism Over Allegations of Using His Son’s Death to Promote His Music Career

Joseph Aloba, father of the late artist Mohbad, has responded to criticism over claims that he is using his son’s death to promote his own music career.
In an interview with Silverbird TV, Aloba denied the allegations, explaining that music serves as a therapeutic way to cope with his grief.
Aloba, a gospel singer, revealed that he taught Mohbad how to sing and now finds comfort in performing his late son’s songs.
He clarified that he had been singing long before Mohbad’s death and plans to release another album soon.
Aloba said: “I taught Mohbad how to sing. I’m a gospel singer, and he was a hip-hop artist. After this thing happened, I see his songs as an easier way for me to mourn. I remember him through singing.
“I sing whenever I remember him, but people don’t see it that way. I did a record before his death, but it was not popular, but now people are focusing on me, and they know the kind of thing I’m doing. It is not that I started singing after his death. Very soon another album will be out.”
He noted that while Mohbad had made efforts to reconcile the family during his lifetime, tensions surfaced after his passing.
Recalling a family meeting organized by Mohbad’s attorney, Aloba revealed that tensions escalated when family members convened without waiting for him, as the family head, to arrive.
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