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By Ojukwu Emmanuel Chiadikaobi Isa Okonkwo, Director and Proprietor of Dar ibn Taimiyyah Islamic Homeschool and former Director of Administration at the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, reflects on his journey from Christianity to Islam and discusses the significance of Eid-el-Kabir.Isa Okonkwo, Director and Proprietor of Dar ibn Taimiyyah Islamic Homeschool and former Director of Administration at the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, reflects on his journey from Christianity to Islam and discusses the significance of Eid-el-Kabir. Isa Okonkwo, originally from Nkanu West Local Government Area in Enugu State, Nigeria, shared his personal journey of conversion to…

The Secretary to the SGF Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has lamented government’s inability to pay minimum wage demanded by the Nigerian Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress. This revelation came during his address to a Christian group on Thursday, as he sought their support amid ongoing negotiations by the Tripartite Committee on the national minimum wage with the Organised Labour. In his address, Akume stated, “I can’t afford to pay my drivers N100,000 each because they are four of them, along with other dependants. Labour initially demanded N600,000, which equates to approximately N9.9 trillion for the federal…

All flags at COSON House in Ikeja, the headquarters of Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON), Nigeria’s biggest copyright collective management organization are now flying at half-mast in celebration of the life of the great composer and lyricist, melody maker, multi-instrumentalist, sculptor, designer, performer per excellence and intellectual giant, Prof. Victor Uwaifo who just passed on at the age of 80. A condolence register has also been opened at the reception of COSON House for all those who want to pay tribute to the memory of this unique artiste described by COSON Chairman, Chief Tony Okoroji as “a legend of the…

By Babatunde Odubanwo Recently, the paramount ruler of the ancient town of Iwo, HRM Oba (Dr.) Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi (Telu I) announced plans to confer on the global acclaimed image maker and Journalist, Chief Dele Momodu, and his wife, Chief (Mrs.) Mobolaji Abiodun Momodu, as Aare Tayese and Yeye Aare Tayese of Iwo kingdom. This honour bestowed on the award-winning Chief Dele Momodu and his beautiful wife, by the traditional ruler, adds to the several other feathers of his proverbial glittering cap.   A dedicated patriot whose lifelong pursuit of putting the nation’s name on the global map, Chief Momodu has…

Chairman, Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON), Chief Tony Okoroji has described the great composer and lyricist, melody maker, multi-instrumentalist, sculptor, designer, performer per excellence and intellectual giant, Prof. Victor Uwaifo as “a legend of the Benin Kingdom, an icon of the Nigerian nation and an unforgettable African superstar”. Prof Uwaifo who passed on August 28, 2021 at the age of 80, was a one time member of the Board of COSON, Nigeria’s biggest copyright collective management organization Chief Okoroji also described Prof Uwaifo as his brother, older friend, confidant, professional colleague, staunch supporter and an unapologetic partner in the work…

By Bimbo Esho When it comes to musical originality one name readily comes to mind, Professor Sir Victor Uwaifo, MON Professor Sir Victor Uwaifo has immensely contributed to the musical legacy and development of Nigerian music particularly the highlife musical genre. My Dad, Mr Femi Esho who was shocked on hearing the news of the death of this musical icon reminsced how he started his musical romance with Sir Victor Uwaifo in 1962 when Sir Uwaifo was a young student of St. Gregory’s College, Obalende Lagos. According to him he said Sir Victor Uwaifo was a guitarist for EC Arinze…

The African music world today bids farewell to one of the legends, Guitar Boy Sit Victor Uwaifo. The Benin born master guitarist, composer, singer and Professor of Sculpture passed today after decades of monumental presence at the top of Nigerian highlife music. He died after a brief illness. The artist whose many popular songs became national anthems sort of and were rehashed, covered or imitated by many other artists across all genres passed at the age of 80. The Lagosian will bring you a comprehensive tribute to this icon in subsequent posts. Uwaifo is regarded as the first professional musicians…

By Bimbo Esho Strong, Resilient, Creative, Humorous, Friendly, Charming are words I like to use to describe Queen Halimat Omowura one of the heir apparent of Egun Mogaji. My very first encounter with Queen Halimat as she is fondly called was when a friend sent her music video to me. I was mesmerised to see how a lady fitted so well into her fathers musical shoe and bridging a gap between yesteryears music and todays contemporary sound. Few days later I couldn’t help but contacted Queen Halimat to be part of an event our Company Evergreen Musical Company was putting…

In the wake of the recent attack on the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna State by suspected Bandits where some officers were allegedly kidnaped and killed, there has been a call for government to change its policy in curbing the rising rate of insecurity in the country. This latest of such security breach, on the Military facility, has sparked off reactions in different parts of the country and elicited concerns about how deeply rooted the menace of insecurity has eaten into the crust of the Nigerian State. A retired Navy Commodore and Head of the Department of Criminology and…

Multichoice Nigeria recently announced the death of one of its best hands, the Chief Customer Officer. The affable Martin Mabutho was known for his innovative concepts and ambitious ideas that helped in putting the brand on the global map. As a senior staff of the leading media outfit, he is an all-rounded media practitioner with hands-on experience which he generously contributed to the development of the company. In his words, John Ugbe, the Chief Executive Officer, MultiChoice painfully noted: “Words cannot adequately express our sadness at this moment. We have lost a friend, colleague, mentor, and a genuinely amazing human…