Encomium
On Saturday night (July 12, 2014), football star, Mikel Obi was spotted at D’Place by Papas Entertainment. Driven into the club in a Mercedes Benz M.Class, he was accompanied to the lounge by his manager, John Shittu who came in a black G-Wagon. The duo rocked the fun spot till about 4.30am.
SENATOR BODE OLAJUMOKE DONATES BUILDING TO SCOUTS TO MARK 70th BIRTHDAY
A former senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Dr. Bode Olajumoke has donated a four- bedroom apartment to the Lagos State Scout Council as part of activities marking his 70th birthday.
The building which is inside the Baden Powell Training Centre, Ibeshe, Ikorodu, is for the use of Lagos State Disabled and Special Scouts.
Handing over the building, Dr Olajumoke said he decided to give back to the society, especially to the physically challenged in order to inspire and give them a sense of belonging.
His words, “This land was donated by Justice Adeoba 10 years ago. It has been lying fallow and I decided to build the four bedroom chalet to help the disabled Scouts in Lagos to have a place to live whenever they come for training in the institute”.
Speaking at the commissioning, the Lagos State Scout Council Commissioner, Chief Joseph Tawose thanked Senator Bode Olajumoke for the donations and his ceaseless assistance in the growth and development of the national and Lagos State Scout Council over the years.
The Chief Commissioner of Scout in Nigeria, Olori Omo Oba Olusoga Atibioke commended Dr Olajumoke for his sundry philanthropic gestures and urged other wealthy personalities in the country to emulate him, adding that wealth would not be taken to heaven.
WIZKID BACK FROM THE US
Singing sensation, Wizkid is back to Nigeria after spending two weeks in the United States of America. Ayo Balogun (that’s his real names) was in Uncle Sam’s land for shows. He flew back on the night of Tuesday, July 15, 2014.
Meanwhile, Wizkid who celebrated his birthday there had to host friends and colleagues at Xcape Niteclub on Adeola Odeku Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, that same day.
DAY FLOOD TOOK OVER XCAPE
Richard Nnadi’s club, Xcape had it rough on the night of Wednesday, July 16, 2014. The problem was that the heavy rain got the entire area flooded.
This eventually led to breakdown of cars and serious traffic gridlock, which frustrated both residents and patrons of the club.
HONEYWEALTH VISITS THE DESTITUTE
Executive PRO of D’Place by Papas, Oyinkansola Ibitayo (Honeywealth) visited Home of the Destitute, Okobaba, Ebute-Metta, Lagos on Saturday, July 12, 2014.
Tagged Special Dinner with the destitute, she , her mother and friends came along with food in take-away packs for over 1,000 destitute. She also gave out clothes to the leader of the less fortunate group.
OPJ BOUNCED AT D’PLACE
Top Wazobia FM presenter, OPJ was denied access to D’Place by Papas on Saturday, July 12, 2014. The reason was that he wore a pair of slippers to the club.
And when the popular presenter was told to leave the fun spot, he quietly took his leave.
OLA COMMUNICATIONS RENOVATES OFFICE
Boss of Ola Communications, Ola Odunfa has finally renovated his Campbell Street, Lagos office. Business has also commenced there.
DERE OTUBU BACK FROM BRAZIL
Chairman, Starco Insurance, Dere Otubu is back from Brazil after the World Cup. We spotted the multi-millionaire at his office in Victoria Island, Lagos, upon his arrival on Tuesday, July 15, 2014.
DAVIDO BACK FROM RWANDA
Rave of the moment, Davido has returned from Rwanda where he was hosted by the country’s President and family. According to reports, Aye creator got a rousing welcome at the nation’s airport before he proceeded to their national stadium for a show attended by over 60,000 Rwandans. Davido returned to Nigeria in the evening of Monday, July 14, 2014
BANTU STAGES EVENING OF LIVE MUSIC
Popular artiste, Bantu staged a classic show at Freedom Park, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, on Friday, July 18, 2014.
Tagged Evening of Live Music, Cool Breeze and Palm wine, it was attended by artistes like Praiz, Yemi Alade, Bantu himself and many other acts.
DOUBLE 44’S KAMAL BOUSTANI OFF TO LEBANON
Owner of classy restaurant and bar, Double 44, Kamal Boustani has jetted out to Lebanon for Ramadan. He will also use the opportunity to see his family. Kamal is expected back after Ramadan.
BABATUNDE ANJORIN CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY
City clothier and owner of Anjoreen Couture, Babatunde Anjorin celebrated his birthday on Sunday, July 13, 2014, at Ebese Beach, Lagos.
He chartered a private boat which ferried some friends to the exotic beach while others came on their own. There were so much to eat and drink at the party.
FLOWER PLUS BOSS, YEMI ADEYEYE BACK FROM THE US
MD/CEO, Flower Plus, Prince Yemi Adeyeye is back from the United States of America, after a trip laced with fun and business. Adeyeye also returned with new flowers and other decoration accessories.
LAGOS COMMISSIONER’S SON MARRIES FIRST BANK MD’S DAUGHTER
Olusola Musataf, son of Mrs. Olayinka Oladunjoye, the Lagos State Commissioner for Education Oladunjoye would be engaged to Miss Omolulu Aribike Onasanya, the daughter of Mr. Bisi Onasanya, the Managing Director of First Bank Nigeria Plc and his wife, Helen Onasanya, on Saturday, July 26, 2014, at The Ark Event Centre, opposite, Vintage Hotel, Blue Water Zone, Lekki Phase I, Lagos.
The holy solemnization will take place at Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), City of David Parish, Oniru Estate, Victoria Island, Lagos on Saturday, August 2, 2014.
This will be followed by reception at Eko Hall & Suites, Ademola Adetokunbo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.
