Events

Legendary monarch, Kabiyesi Awujale, clocks 90 in grandstyle (Photos)

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2 years ago

May 16, 2024

The ancient Ijebuland was agog, moments filled with joy, and accolades all the way for the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona,GCON at the grand finale marking 90th birthday and the 64th coronation anniversary, held at Dipo Dina International Stadium, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.

The legendary monarch, who ascended the throne on 2nd April 1960, six months before the country’s Independence and has spent 64 years on the throne, clock 90 years on earth today, 10th May, 2024.

Most Revered Royal Father, Olofin Apesin Olode, Olota of the Paramount and Ancient Ottaland, Awori Kingdom, His Majesty, Oba Professor Adeyemi Abdukabir Obalanlege Ph.D, MCIPR, MPRII, FHEA (Lanlege Ekun II, Arole Iganmode) joined eminent Nigerians, respected Royal Fathers, sons and daughters of Ijebuland and well wishers at the well attended reception marking the end of the week-long events.

In his special message to the Revered Monarch, Kabiyesi Olota described Baba Awujale as a “Game Changer.”

“Kabiyesi Alayeluwa, Ninety years of age and 64 years on the throne are indeed beautiful milestones, You have, no doubt, changed the narratives of traditional rulers in Nigeria. Thank you for being a Game Changer.”

The event also welcomed the Executive Governor of Ogun State, H.E Prince Dapo Abiodun CON, H.E Olusegun Osoba, H.E Seriake Dickson, Business moguls, Aliko Dangote and Aare Razaq Okoya, among others. Other top Royal Fathers in attendance were HRM Oba Kehinde Olugbenle (Agunloye IV, Olu Ilaro & Paramount Ruler of Yewaland), Oba Babatunde Ajayi (Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland), Oba Lawrence Jaiyeola Adebayo (Orimolusi of Ijebu Igbo), Oba Abdulrazaq Adenugba(Ebumawe of Ago-Iwoye), Oba Ademola Elegushi(Elegushi of Ikateland), Oba Abdulwasiu Gbolahan Lawal(Oniru of Iruland), and other Revered Royal Fathers across the Country.

Long may the King reign as a beacon of tradition, hope, and progress. Kabiyesi Awujale!

Events

Rechael Okonkwo’s Carnival Brings Free Healthcare to 5,000 Residents

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5 days ago

September 2, 2026

Mariam Balogun

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Culture

WAKE UP! Art Exhibition Returns for a Second Act

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2 weeks ago

August 27, 2026

Mariam Balogun

The contemporary art and photography exhibition “Wake Up!” is back again for a second edition.

Curated by Awele Onwordi, Wake Up! 2 exhibition pays homage to the Nigerian youth and burgeoning street culture which many of its contributing artists reference in their works.

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Titled “Young, Wild, Free”, the exhibition celebrates the creativity, resilience, freedom and cultural influence found in Nigerian youth.

Taking aim at societal issues and economic concerns, the exhibit reflects the youth and their refusal to compromise or bow despite all the challenges stacked against them while charting youth culture through art, music, fashion, skateboarding, photography and community.

The exhibition will be held, once again, at the Angel and Muse Gallery at 25 Sumbo Jibowu street off Ribadu Road off Awolowo Road in Ikoyi.

It will open on Saturday 5 September 2026 and will run until 11 September 2026
This second edition which focuses on celebrating, nurturing and exploring artistic practices rooted in youth and street culture will feature works from DENCITY and SUPERGLIDER HOUSE.

Exhibiting artists include Ajilore Kehinde – their work is deeply influenced by Nigerian street culture and works of other artists like Slawn, Peters Ejiro, etc, Chuka Onwordi – graphic designer who embodies themes of death, melancholy and beauty in his works, ZIDYEP – Abuja based creative whose works move between digital and physical spaces through art, graphic design and air brushing , Franklyn Okoye – graphic designer and artist whose works explore themes of identity and hyper-reality, Awele Onwordi – founder & curator of WAKE UP and multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans character art, creative logo design, album covers and more , Oluchi Kogolo – digital illustrator whose work explores street culture, personality and storytelling through a raw and playful visual style and Kozetuo Apeji – multidisciplinary artists who work explores experimental approaches to problem solving through both digital and traditional art forms.

Commenting on the exhibition in her curatorial statement, Awele noted that “despite economic instability, limited opportunities and socio-political challenges, Nigerian youth continue to shape culture through music, fashion, art, skateboarding, raves, photography and community.”

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Continuing and harping on the raison d’etre of the exhibition she said, “Young, Wild and Free exists to celebrate Nigerian youth while also creating a platform that supports and amplifies them.”