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PHOTOS: I did not confer any Chieftaincy title on Baba Ijesa – Ooni of Ife

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2 months ago

July 5, 2026

The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that he conferred a chieftaincy title on Nollywood actor and comedian James Olanrewaju, describing the claims as false.

The clarification was contained in a statement issued on Saturday, July 4, by the Director of Media and Public Affairs at the Ooni’s Palace, Moses Olafare.

According to the statement, the Ooni said he received Baba Ijesha and his wife at the palace on Wednesday, July 1, to celebrate the birth of their son but did not confer any traditional title on the actor. The monarch said he presented Baba Ijesha with a brand-new car and cash gifts as an expression of his fatherly love and royal generosity. However, he stressed that no chieftaincy title was bestowed on him during the visit.

The statement explained that “Awada Konge Oduwa,” which Baba Ijesha later described on his social media pages as a chieftaincy title, was merely a light-comedy remark made by the Ooni during a relaxed interaction in recognition of the actor’s outstanding career as a comedian. The monarch maintained that the remark was never intended to constitute a formal installation or conferment of a traditional title.

I did not confer any Chieftaincy title on Baba Ijesa ? Ooni of Ife

He added that although Baba Ijesha, as an indigene of Ile-Ife, is deserving of honour and could be considered for a chieftaincy title in the future, no such title has been conferred on him.

“However, no such title has been conferred on him. The conferment of chieftaincy titles in Ile-Ife remains a sacred traditional process governed by established customs, consultations and traditional rites, which are publicly conducted in accordance with the age-long traditions of the source. None of these customary procedures took place during the actor’s visit to the Palace.”

The Ooni also urged media organisations and members of the public to disregard reports claiming that Baba Ijesha had been installed as the “Awada Konge Oduwa” or conferred with any chieftaincy title.

While appreciating the actor for acknowledging the royal kindness extended to him and his family, the monarch reaffirmed his commitment to celebrating and supporting deserving sons and daughters of Ile-Ife and the Oodua race while preserving the sanctity, dignity and integrity of the traditional institution of chieftaincy.

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‘I Regret Announcing My Relationship With MC Oluomo’ – Nollywood Actress, Sikiratu Sindodo

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3 minutes ago

September 6, 2026

Oluwagbenga Olaoye

Yoruba Nollywood actress, Tayo Odueke, better known as Sikiratu Sindodo, has expressed regret about publicising her romantic relationship with National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) boss, Musiliu Akinsanya, better known as MC Oluomo.

It was reports that Sindodo, during an interview with Oyinmomo TV on YouTube, said sometimes it is better to keep things private.

When asked about what led to their breakup, Sindodo said it is a long story, and she would rather not speak about it.

She said, “It’s a long story, and I’d rather not go into it”.

According to the movie star, announcing the relationship online was not worth it.

Defending her decision, Sindodo said MC Oluomo was kind-hearted and treated her nicely, which is why she publicised his name.

She added, “Normal, if you’re married to someone, people will eventually know. Back then, I didn’t care and I didn’t see any reason to hide it.

“Sometimes, it’s better to keep things private. I envy my colleagues who kept their affairs out of the public eye. I regret announcing my relationship with Alhaji MC Oluomo. It wasn’t worth it. He was very good to me and treated me well, which is why I published his name. But I shouldn’t have.”

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Cubana Chief Priest Slams Solomon Buchi Over Peller Police Report

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38 minutes ago

September 6, 2026

Oluwagbenga Olaoye

Nigerian socialite and businessman Cubana Chief Priest has criticised relationship content creator Solomon Buchi after Buchi said he reported TikToker Peller to the Metropolitan Police over an alleged false accusation.

Buchi said a comment made by Peller during a livestream, which he interpreted as an allegation that he had an affair with another man’s wife, was false and had seriously affected his mental health. He said he subsequently reported the matter to the Metropolitan Police, noting that Peller was in the UK.

Reacting to the development, Cubana Chief Priest accused Buchi of seeking engagement through the controversy and questioned his decision to involve the police.

“You no go fit do anything this one na content you still dey do, you dey find engagement,” he wrote.

He also referenced comments he alleged Buchi had previously made about Peller and others before warning that he would send lawyers.

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Nollywood legend Pete Edochie reveals his favourite Nigerian politician

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1 hour ago

September 6, 2026

Oluwagbenga Olaoye

Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has revealed that former Premier of the defunct Western Region, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, is his favourite Nigerian politician of all time.

Speaking on a recent episode of Curiosity Made Me Ask, hosted by content creator BaeU, Edochie explained that Awolowo pioneered several developmental initiatives in Nigeria, including establishing the first television station and introducing free primary education.

He said, regrettably, Awolowo never won a presidential election despite his impressive achievements.

“I am not into politics but if you ask me who is or was my favourite politician, I will tell you it is Obafemi Awolowo. Awolowo will tell you, ‘I’m going to build this thing, it will cost so-and-so amount and this is where I’m going to get the money from.’ There is no politician who has achieved that kind of transparency.

“Awolowo brought television to Nigeria in 1959. It was the first in Africa. And we in the East started using television in 1960. He also introduced free primary education. Regrettably, he never became president,” he said.

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