THE WEDDING PARTY 2 BREAKS BOX OFFICE RECORD ON OPENING NIGHT. SET TO BREAK EVERY RECORDS AVAILABLE IN THE LONG RUN!

All things being equal, the fantastic sequel to the wedding party, that's "The Wedding Party 2-Destination Dubai is already on the enviable path to break every and that's every box office record available in the Nigerian film space bar none.

Just like we had said after we had seen the movie twice, knowing that it was bigger than the first in all ramifications, be it budget, scope etc, that investment is already yielding massive and unprecedented, but expected results/payoff!

The very elated Executive Producer of the Blockbuster, one of the EPs at that, in the person of Mo Abudu has excitedly exclaimed on her IG page, how the sequel just at the opening weekend alone has already raked in ₦73 million Naira (Seventy three million Naira as against the ₦36 million that the first part "The Wedding Party" brought in over the same period. That's already 200% increase and that's still just over a weekend!

The first part was said to have raked in an unconfirmed total of about ₦500 million Naira in the long run, and from all indications there's the likelihood that "The Wedding Party 2- Destination Dubai" would most likely blow that record and annihilate it to smithereens and become the first billion Naira raking movie in Nigeria!

That's going to be a major feat by all standards.

And no doubt that would become the benchmark by which every and any movie/film that would be considered a success would be ajudged.

Kudos truly to the Elfike initiative, who are the collective behind the project! 

SAD LOSS FOR THE FINNIH'S AS THE FAMOUS DOCTOR LOSES 1ST SON BOLAJI TO DEATH

Late Bolaji FINNIH

Death so painful, so absolute, so very sad. Man's first and last enemy, infact man's most lethal enemy, who cares not if the person is male nor female, neither old or young, not even whether rich or poor, she comes and wherever she enters she only leaves a bad taste, forcing the families of those she takes away into a sorrowful dirge, grimace of anguish and a sense of regret.

And so like a bad wind that makes one to recoil with grimace, death came into the household of the Finnih's unwelcomed and unannounced and took away the 42 year old Bolaji Finnih, first son of Chief Dr. Oluyomi Abayomi Finnih, the famous Obstetrician and Gynecologist, who is the chairman and Chief Medical Director of the equally famous Finnih Medical Centre, Ikeja Lagos, who is also the Chairperson on the board of The Bridge Clinic, a former President of SOGON and a top chieftain of the APC in Lagos.

Bolaji, before his sudden demise and sad loss at age 42 due to "heart related issues", was the founder of "TechPreneur Africa" and was also the "convener and Co-Founder of Impact Hub Lagos", which only started official operations in October of 2017 and are located at Gerald Road Ikoyi Lagos. The hub is the 81st in the global network of hubs which fosters entrepreneurship and that spans the universe.

Bolaji was a fantastic and award winning scholar who was a graduate of Sloan Fellow's programme of the M.I.T that's the Massachusetts institute of technology. He was also a MasterCard Foundation Fellow and recipient of both the Sloan School of Management Dean's Fellowship and Sloan Fellow's Programme Global Scholars Fellowship awards. He was also a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council.

The very nice fellow according to gist, was being groomed gradually to take over his famous dad's vast business ventures/interests.

His dad & other family members, friends and associates from all indications have been inconsolable. .

May the soul of the dearly departed find rest. And may the Almighty give all those connected to the deceased the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

BILLIONAIRE BANKER TONY ELUMELU RESSURECTS AS THE KING OF POP- MICHAEL JACKSON

Tony & Dr. Elumelu

Day was Saturday, December 16, 2017. Event was the annual UBA end of the year/Xmas party. On the stage and the cynosure of all eyes was none other than banker extraordinaire, billionaire boss and chairman of Heirs Holdings, who also doubles as the Group Chairman of UBA Plc, Mr. Tony "MJ" ELUMELU. Party dress theme was disco era.

That he is a fan of the "king of pop, Micheal Jackson" is a known fact that's well celebrated, but that he could and would channel the man who used to be known as the king of the stage, the dance machine, the ultimate performer, the man idolised the world over for his singing and equally incomparable dancing ability was both a shock and at the same time hilarious to the marrow!

The normally very suave, and quite reserved top notch businessman on the day and at the event shed the toga of the reserved gentleman and instead wore his dancing and magical shoes ala MJ at one of his shows. Elumelu fully channeled MJ in his dressing and even performing on stage to the delight of all.

Just imagine that the 54 year old businessman and philanthropist, even wore the one handed bejewelled glove and even the hat, MJ sometimes wore for his performance which he would now throw away; not just that TE even did the crotch grabbing move very synonymous with the "stage god".

It was both fun and hilarious to the highest height. While Tony was the only one on stage at the beginning, others later joined him to reach the climax of the performance.

Kudos. If there was another job that the consummate banker could have excelled in and very well at that, it would have been entertainment. 

FREDA FRANCIS's OASIS MED SPA & RED CROSS CONNECTS FOR CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER THE LESS PRIVILEGED !

It's not only about making all the money and living in opulence and pleasure alone, for self made lady of great worth/means and owner/promoter of "Oasis MedSpa on Cameron road, Ikoyi, Lagos, which is one of the best Spas in Lagos, Nigeria, but it's also about remembering the less privileged and blessing them also, especially at such a season like this, which is Christmas period (Yuletide season)!

The top fashionista's brand Oasis MedSpa and world international organisation, The Nigerian Red Cross Society, have collaborated to show love and put a good smile on the faces of many just before Xmas from Friday the 15th of December to Tuesday the 19th of the same month.

For a 50% discount on all treatments at the spa, people can drop off their old clothes, toys and foodstuffs for the Red Cross.

We consider the collaboration above a good deed that's worth emulating by all others and many brands. Reason being that if she and her brand refuses to do anything, nothing would have happened to her and her brand, but to endeavour to be relevant in such a good way, the mother of one has put her money where her mouth is.

Kudos! 

IS HE A CLOSET GAY OR IS JUST AB ADVENTUROUS FELLOW? OUR NEW SUNDAY SUNDAY Q & A!!

Just imagine that you have a boyfriend, man-friend, husband, contract boyfriend, pre-paying Maga/ATM who you are totally into, who goes the mile or more for you all the time or most often, whenever you are in need of any form of assistance, in whatever ramifications he is there for you.

That kind of person, that you are so into who you cannot deny just about anything and after you both are so in sync and dotes madly on each other endlessly and have good sexual energy together, you both most often climbs to the "mountain of satisfaction", back to the "valley of fun and enjoyment" together. The "game of lock and key" is what both of you always look forward to very very often as it is always "satisfyingly gratifying", so much so that you always go to cloud 9 and back with much aplomb! He seems to know the key to your g-spot and knows how to stir the waters of your "Bermuda triangle", that "sacred place of pleasure", that "pleasurable watering hole" endlessly and expertly.

You are as giving as much as he is, but then you find out over time, that as much as he loves to travel round your "haven of pleasure" with gusto, so also he also loves to dig through your other canal which is used for waste with equal vigor! You had allowed it a point, because you thought why not, all parts of the body should be explored, including there too at least once or twice! But alas! You now notice he wants more from there always always!

Infact, you have noticed that he seems to be at the height of his pleasure when he is digging that particular spot!

Is he by any chance a "closet gay"? Is he still just operating under the cover and might move totally to that side of the divide soon? Or is he just having fun and just taking both holes with equal vigor and equality? Or is he operating under the principle of a hole, is a hole no matter the location! Someone recently said though that, once you pop that place, it just means that you can do it for any gender? The person's argument is that, it is the one place that is like the same for both a man and a woman!

We have heard though of a suave, very dapper personage of influence in the current get go, whose one of his numerous girlfriends, is wondering why he always wants that from her!

Though she doesn't necessarily mind that much, as she is getting sorted out fantastically, but she's also wondering if it's a sign of other things?

What says you all?  

ACE NOLLYWOOD ACTRESS/PRODUCER & ENTREPRENEUR FUNKE ADESIYAN SHIFTS PARTY BASE WITH DEFECTED PRINCIPAL!

Just like her principal, former Senate Leader, Senator Teslim Kolawole Folarin who is a big political juggernaut in the Oyo State political space has changed allegiance to the progressives and seemingly joined the main stream of Politics in the polity, ace actress and avowed entrepreneur, the bombastically shaped Funke Adesiyan has followed her principal also to the APC.

Senator Teslim FOLARIN, a former gubernatorial candidate of the PDP at the 2014 election under the PDP declared openly and publicly for the APC yesterday at the rally to celebrate the Oyo State's Governor's 68th birthday.

The beautiful and voluptuous actress who is a strong supporter of the former Senate Leader and an unflinching member of his Political school of thought, who is also the only legislator to have served 2 terms from Oyo State at the House of Assembly is now an APC member too. She had tried to clinch her party's ticket to run for an elective office at the last election, but she lost out.

Hear her-

My journey into politics was borne out of my passion and desire  to touch people's lives positively. Having realised that there was little I could achieve in my private capacity, I decided to put myself in the political landscape of the country.

That resolve has never changed. My mission has always been to make life easy for the man next door. While that could not be achieved on a different platform in 2015 due to factors that would not be necessary to delve into at this time; it is my joy to announce today that I am joining the progressives with the same resolve.

My commitment and loyalty to whatever or whoever I believe in is unwavering, unflagging and unflinching.

I assure my people of my unalloyed commitment to a life more abundant. This can only be achieved by working side by side with individuals who are also driven by the same passion to achieve an egalitarian society.

God bless Nigeria.
God bless Oyo State.
Hon. Funke Adesiyan.

GOVERNOR ABIOLA AJIMOBI CLOCKS 68 AND GETS MASSIVE, AWESOME HEART GRATIFYING BIRTHDAY GIFTS!

Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola & ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU

So it was the 68th birthday of the Executive Governor of Oyo State of Nigeria, "Senator Abiola Adeyemi Ajimobi triple A's" yesterday.

His date of birth being December 16, 1949 having being born in Oja'ba Ibadan and as a massive birthday gift (s), the only Governor of that state to have ever gotten a 2nd term as a Governor (a major jinx breaking feat) received into the APC camp with some of his party heavyweights-(the likes of the National leader of the APC and Jagaban of Borgu, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Governor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola), 2 political colossi in the persons of the former Executive Governor of the same state, in fact the predecessor to Senator Ajimobi, the strongman of Ogbomosho- Chief Christopher Alao Akala and Senator Teslim Kolawole Folarin, both of who until yesterday were very strong members of the opposition party, the PDP in Oyo State, juggernauts in the political space of Oyo.

With their defection from the opposition to what they have termed and tagged the progressives, they have further deflated and decimated the conservatives and a party that is still doing its best to survive the comatose lethargy that it has fallen into for sometime now. The PDP is grasping for air to survive and those expected to give it the kiss of life, are gradually abandoning her.

Just like it was in Lagos, when former Minister of State for Defence Senator Musiliu Olatunde Obanikoro officially declared for the APC with a mammoth crowd in tow, it was somewhat of the same when these 2 political gladiators also changed alliance and declared for the ruling party.

In his address at the rally to welcome the defectors, ASIWAJU Bola Ahmed Tinubu said, the APC has “a stainless kitchen” that is large enough to accommodate as many cooks as possible.

Allaying fears on how to manage the political differences of the political heavyweights joining the party, Tinubu noted that the APC has a variety of menu in the political kitchen for the future of the country.

More after the break.

OMOSEDE IGBINEDION IRKS OTHER PARENTS IN HER SON'S SCHOOL FOR DARING TO INTIMIDATE THEM!

For daring to intimidate other mothers in her son's school when she drove in an intimidating "Rolls Royce" to go pick up her child, her only son at that- Prince Alexander Akenzua, whom she dotes on, former Mrs Omosede Akenzua, who had since reverted back to her maiden name after her wedding to her ex-husband Prince Aven Akenzua collapsed like a pack of cards only after 2 years a few years ago, has drawn the irk and indignation of fellow mothers at her son's school!

OMOSEDE 36, one of the daughters of the great Esama of Benin, Sir Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion and a younger sibling of the former Governor of Edo, Mr. Lucky Igbinedion; is the eldest daughter of Lady Cherry Igbinedion and a member of the Federal House of Representatives, representing Ovia Federal Constituency had apparently not thought anything was strange and out of place about her going to her son's school in a Rolls Royce to pick him up!

But she was apparently gobsmarked and irritated by the seemingly irresponsible reactions of other mothers, who became openly antagonistic towards her and by extension her son, for her choice of car. Exclaiming on her Instagram page she retorted thus-

“Yesterday (Thursday), I saw a woman run frantic, all because I brought a Rolls Royce to school to pick up Alex. She was so mad! Then she further attracted some other shallow people. One of the ladies said she would bring 4 Rolls Royce’s tomorrow. Another one said she would park in the same spot I did, as the car took up the space of 2 cars. It just made me laugh. You need to see the scene the woman caused. I really thought it was sad.

 Is anyone stopping them? I just don’t get it. I taught my son yesterday that hard work is key and I have always taught him never to compare himself with others, set his targets and aim for them.

What would such parents teach their children? I used to be dropped off and picked from school with a Rolls when I was his age at school in London. It's obvious some people may be materially rich but mentally poor. Its such a shame.

?????? I bet you if I parked a keke right in front of the school gate they would not mind that ???? Maybe na this Government!
Worst of it all is the school asking a teacher to take Alex out of class earlier, as they were causing such a scene. May be these low thinking individuals did not want their kids to see the car and ask them questions. What a shame!

Tomorrow when their kids start stealing or having a complex you wonder why” (sic)

KING WASIU AYINDE ANIFOWOSHE MARSHALL FINALLY SPEAKS ABOUT HIS BELOVED DAUGHTER'S UNTIMELY DEMISE- WRITES A MOVING EULOGY- I HAVE SUBMITTED TO HIS WILL WITHOUT COMPLAIN & REGRETS!

King of Fuji music worldwide, the one and only K1 the ultimate, Alhaji Wasiu Ayinde Marshall Anifowoshe is in a very solemn, contemplative mood and mode as we speak and the reason for that is not far fetched as it has to do with the untimely and very sad passing of his most beloved daughter, who at 34 years old died a few days ago after a brief illness.

Olaronke Wasilat Anifowoshe Marshall was said to have been diabetic and she had been living in Canada for more than a decade. Wasilat's mom is late and was her mom's only child and K1 was apparently her first boyfriend.

To show how very touched he was about the sad demise, he wrote the below in memory of a child, he obviously loved with his whole being.

OLARONKE ASHABI MII:
17th July 1983 -12th December 2017, The 2 dates in
HISTORY and shall never be forgotten ever in my life..
The first, a date you came to this world and the later
the day you departed.

I give glory & thanks to God Almighty who gave you to me as a GIFT by you coming to this world for a purpose and through me, I have seen that severally while you were growing that I am PRIVILEGED to be your
FATHER and also to the kind of a child that also double as my FRIEND.

About your sickness and all our efforts through Medical means that was available to us to make you better failed us, neither did your prayer and that of mine and everybody that loves you never heeded by God, rather
it is a direct word from God Almighty that Allah Subhanalahi Watahala wants you around him in his
PARADISE and I totally submit to that and never question him God for doing that.

You embraced God and his commandments, also with your knowledge of the Holy QURAN is enough TESTIMONY to the fact that you truly served your God
whom you knew too well inside and outside. If you are able to look back right now this minute
You will see how people across the GLOBE are all trying to comfort me and soften my heart with many
beautiful words and verses from both QURAN and BIBLE, the books that guide us to our CREATOR then
you will agree with me your DEATH is well celebrated as one already in ALJANATA.

ADESUBOMI BABAMI: Shagbola Ogoji, O kobi foshika
ko fenu a rare wuree, Omo Olorule Sesese
Natiijebuode titi de Epe, Omoba Alade Merindilogun,
Omo Awujale Fidipote ton gbenu Aafinpase dede lu.
Alayeeeeeee Dajiiiijii

Rest peacefully well with your creator as I have submitted to his Will without regret or complain.
Many thanks to you friends, Fans, Family and all Associates across the GLOBE that Grief and Mourns
with us in this home-call of my Best Friend. I thank you once again.. Ao ni fi irue san oo. Ojo
gbogbo wa ati awon omowa aape lorile aiye.

OLASUNKANMI MARSHAL- K1 DE ULTIMATE
ULE OMO OJUSHAGBOLA VILLA
IJEBU-ODE OGUN STATE
NIGERIA. (sic)

Former Society Editor ThisDay Newspaper, Lanre Alfred, Releases 'The Titans' in Lagos.

Kunle Bakare, Steve Ayorinde & Lanre Alfred

KN Steve Ayorinde, Lanre Alfred, Lara Alfred, Dayo Asaju & Iyalaje Toyin Kolade

Lanre & Lara Alfred, Dayo Asaju, Iyaloja Toyin Kolade 

Honourable Commissioner Steve Ayorinde

Akogun Lanre Alfred

·         As Commissioner for Information, Steve Ayorinde, Ovation Publisher, Dele Momodu, others, applaud effort.

·         Why he dedicated book to Capt. Idahosa Okunbo

Former Society Editor, THISDAY Newspaper, Lanre Alfred, recently released a new book titled ‘The Titans: Amazing Exploits of Nigeria’s Greatest Achievers.’

The book which is the fifth of Alfred's publishing endeavours, chronicles the exploits and attainments of Nigeria's finest brains and leaders in different fields of endeavour.

The Lagos State Commissioner for Information, Steve Ayorinde, graced the public presentation of the book in Lagos, on behalf of the state government, a major supporter of the author's factual initiative.

Ayorinde commended the writer's depth and the painstaking research that heralded the factual and inspiring narrative. Other dignitaries at the presentation enthused about the finesse and brilliant craft of the author.

The book, stressed Alfred, details the matchless and valuable contributions to the socio-economic development of Nigeria by individuals who have turned an idea into an industry and attained in the process, remarkable prosperity and renown.

“It is about the wunderkinds from the slums of Ajegunle, Bariga and Surulere, Agege, Amokoko, Ijora, among other places that have parlayed their creativity into a flourishing enterprise and are not only financially liberated but are accorded global respect,” he said.

The literature is dedicated to Capt. Idahosa Okunbo for profound reasons: chief among them is the rarity of his persona, according to the author. Alfred stressed that the Chairman of Ocean Marine Solutions flaunts the same fundamental psychology as the artist, inventor, or statesman.

He has set himself at a certain work and the work absorbs and becomes him. It is the expression of his personality; he lives in its growth and perfection according to his plans.

According to him, Capt. Okunbo became worthy of the honour by account of his sterling industry, humanity and unpretentious modesty manifests positively on all of his acquaintances, the author inclusive. Capt. Okunbo is a patriot whose commitment to national and economic stability are beyond doubt. He is currently one of the very few economic giants and magnates enjoying the respect of the Nigerian government due to his infectious modesty and enviable business culture in the oil and gas sector.

He would be 60 in January. At 60, Capt. Okunbo has conquered Air, Sea  and Land. There is no gainsaying that he has conquered the air as a pilot; the sea as an oil and gas player with over 60 vessels; and now, land as he recently unveiled an agricultural project worth a staggering $750 million with an initial $300 million take-off capital.

Alfred's new book is widely commended as a product of meticulous research spanning the last decade. "The book mirrors the outstanding resilience and perseverance of outstanding Nigerians in their ambitious dash for honour and progress and in the face of daunting political and socio-economic odds, he said.

Some of the chapters in the book include: 'The Forbears, Their Imperial Majesties, Like Burnished Stones, Thrill Merchants, Gods of Industry among others.

“Essentially, I have documented in pristine prose and pictures, the inspiring exploits and attainments of Nigeria’s finest breed of magnates, politicians, scientists, academics, technocrats and entertainers who are transforming the world and inspiring others to do likewise,” said Alfred.

Thus, as he recalls his subjects’ storied trajectory and records it for posterity  and historians, Alfred projects his book as an inspirational mini-biography of the exploits of Nigeria’s finest.

In commemoration of Lagos’ golden jubilee, Alfred noted that, “A section of the book has been devoted to the contributions and achievements of some Lagosians whose industry and initiatives have contributed to making Lagos the fifth largest economy in Africa and a primus inter pares in Nigeria. Their contributions to the growth of Lagos would be put into proper historical perspectives for the benefit of posterity and researchers.”

With a Foreword written by Encomium Magazine publisher, Kunle Bakare, the coffee table book has hit bookshelves across the country. Alfred, is the publisher of the popular coffee table book, ‘Highlife – Amazing Lifestyles of Nigeria’s Rich and Famous’ and biographies including ‘Pacemaker – Triumphs of Igho Sanomi at 40’, ‘The Lion of Afia Nsit – Triumphs of Scott Tommey at 45’; and ‘Julius Rone…The Jewel of the Delta’.

THE GAMBIAN/SENEGALESE INVASION!

Boyyyyyyyy eeeee our reputation as the biggest daddy Xmas precedes us all over the world. Nigerian men are known to all Africans as givers of the highest order, and can even be referred to as spendthrifts.

We know how to give girls of all colourations, sizes and body shapes a good time of the most awesome kind. So anywhere we go, we are the preferred by many distance.

That's why in certain countries their men hates our men with a passion and would do whatever they can to take us out. We seem to have demeaned them, even their ladies see them as limp do@#s never do wells once Nigerian men come on the scene!

At a point in time, ladies from SA & Zim used to flood Lagos and Abuja looking for the proverbial golden fleece, many were so sure that if and when they come, they would not go back the same way they came, especially if they were beautiful and had the right shape and were willing to do all sorts. There were many who went back home and had become very rich. Many buying homes and driving awesome cars back where they came from and "Living Lavida Loca" and not looking back again.

Forget those 2 Indian-Canadian, who came, saw and conquered but now over did it and somewhat over stepped their boundaries and paid the price for their audacity.

The reigning champions now are the Gambians and Senegalese! There are these 3 in particular, led by an Halima, as that's what she calls herself! Imagine that they are/were lodged at the Signature, where per night is not a joke by any standards whatsoever. From their temporary aboard though, they scan the horizon looking for a prey or preys to capture, their major spot is inside the same hotel area at that new convergence spot/place called Cross R.... When they spot what they are looking for, they see your dressing, check out your car and then pounce. Remember first and foremost they were brought in by someone else to satisfy their own cravings, all these they now do, are side jobs to earn more ob top while still waiting for the main man that brought them in whose own payment is guaranteed!

Halima that we first mentioned above, is a dark chocolate gorgeousness on fleek, with piercings all over, from the nose to the nips to the navel to the labi# etc, these girls are game for anything and everything and there game is to blow your mind up. Once you have fallen for their tricks you are done for, you must pay and will pay and through your nose. Reason being that what you would encounter, or what they would give to you would blow your mind.

Imagine that as soon as you have fallen, action starts immediately to get you in the mood, from the car alone they could grab your joystick to play with. Or if you had given out your number they could call you later asking to come meet you. As soon as one lands, she gets to the game grabbing your tool and heading you (going down on you) straight away, then as you are enjoying the whole deal getting near heaven or so it seem, she would suddenly and abruptly stop and ask what she would get, knowing fully well that you want the game to finish. Depending on what you want, they can do one or play tag or if you are crazy enough, play the game of number, 3 somes, 4 somes and the likes.

Mind you, you must pay oooooo. But the game is that, they wouldn't act like call girls outright, you would be made to act all generous by yourself. If you dare to "chop the ponyo", that's the Bermuda triangle, the sacred hole and not deliver as expected, you might be in for a wrong experience on another date, where you could sleep off after the game most likely from your drink getting laced and then you are nearly, completely wiped out!

By the time you are dealt with, you might just have been cleared out! 

AMBODE OPENS JOHNSON, JAKANDE, TINUBU PARK IN ALAUSA

Gov Ambode, his deputy & dignitaries 

Cutting the tape to declare the park officially opened. 

Aerial view of the park

…Says Former Govs, True Legends Of Lagos

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday officially unveiled an ultra modern recreational park in Alausa, Ikeja, in honour of three former Governors of the State, Brigadier Mobolaji Johnson Rtd, Alhaji Lateef Jakande and Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Governor Ambode, who spoke at a ceremony to unveil the park known as Johnson, Jakande, Tinubu Park (JJT Park) and located in front of the State House of Assembly and a few metres away from Lagos House, said it was part of efforts by his administration to immortalise heroes who worked hard for the emergence of Lagos as not only the Centre of Excellence, but also one of the most prominent City States in Africa.

He said the three former Governors were outstanding in their contributions to the development of the State and wrote their names in the sands of time, especially during their time in office.

Governor Ambode said: “One of the hallmarks of any progressive society is to always recognise and reward the efforts of heroes who contribute to the growth of that society. In the case of Lagos State, we have so many heroes who toiled and laid a solid foundation for the Lagos we enjoy today.

“Today, we are here to celebrate and honour three past governors of our dear state who were outstanding in their contributions to the development of Lagos Sate. These eminent Lagosians are some of the very few brave men that stood to be counted on the side of justice and even by their performances while in office have written their name in gold for future generations.”

“The roles played by Brigadier Mobolaji Johnson Rtd., the First Governor and Military Administrator of the State; Alhaji Lateef Jakande, the First Civilian Governor of Lagos State; and Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor and Architect of modern Lagos; can never be forgotten. They are the true legends of our State, and architects of the Lagos we are proud of today.”

More after the break.

20 YEARS AFTER, FG COMPLETES HANDING OVER OF PRESIDENTIAL LODGE, MARINA TO LASG

…We'll Transform Edifice To National Monument, Says Ambode
...Thanks Buhari, Osinbajo, Fashola, Others.

Governor Akinwunmi Ambode and Minister for Power, Works & Housing, BRF

1. The Federal Government on Tuesday completed the final handing over of the Presidential Lodge, Marina to the Lagos State Government about twenty years after the journey to actualize it commenced.

Speaking at the brief but impressive handing over ceremony, held at the Conference Room of Federal Ministry of Works, Power and Housing in Abuja, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode said the development was a testament of the commitment of President Muhammadu Buhari to bring positive change to Lagos.

Governor Ambode particularly commended the President, Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo; Minister of Works, Power and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola and staff of the Ministry; Permanent Secretary in the Office of Chief of Staff to the President, and other stakeholders who worked to ensure the final transfer of the asset to Lagos.

The Governor said: "We are strongly delighted to be here on this historic day; on a day that actually finalises the intention of Mr President to bring positive change to Lagos.

"We want to sincerely appreciate President Muhammadu Buhari who has graciously approved that the Presidential Lodge be released to Lagos State and for the use of Lagos State which, just has said by the Minister, we have been trying to get for the last twenty years.

"We are pleased that on a day like this, it is my predecessor and present Minister of Works who is now doing the final handing over of which he had also been part of that process to get this asset back to Lagos but in God's own doing, the Minister is in the position today to do the final documentation and we are very grateful for that."

While alluding to the fact that the development was a sign of greater collaboration between Federal Government and Lagos State, Governor Ambode expressed optimism that it would be the beginning of process to get such assets back to the State Government.

Besides, the Governor said his administration would put the edifice to good use and transform it into a national monument to boost tourism and grow the economy of Lagos and Nigeria.

"This is a sign of greater things and greater collaboration between the Federal Government and Lagos State. We believe strongly that this singular gesture is part of what will improve the economy of Lagos because our intention is to turn that particular asset into a national monument where we can christen it a National Heritage Centre for Leadership and we will use it also as a tourist centre to bring Nigerians and foreigners to come to Nigeria and as well use that as a means of improving on the economy of Lagos State and Nigeria.

"On a final note, I want to show my sincere appreciation to the Minister and hope that this particular event will bring more good stories as we continue to see how much we can strive to get some of these assets back to Lagos State," Governor Ambode said.

Earlier, Fashola congratulated Governor Ambode and the people of Lagos State for the N1.04trillion budget estimate presented to the State House of Assembly on Monday by the Governor, and expressed hope that it would improve quality service delivery to the people of the State.

He said the signing of the document which formally vest ownership of the Presidential Lodge, Marina in the State Government was in fulfillment of the promise made by President Buhari, saying it was gratifying that the long journey spanning about two decades had finally come to an end.

He said: "This is a long journey that has come to an end; a journey that has taken almost two decades when the Lagos State Government asked that the property be vested in Lagos but for reasons that remained difficult to understand it did not happen but the President of change who is a promise keeper has made it happen."

Aside Governor Ambode, other Lagos State officials at the ceremony included the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Tunji Bello; Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Steve Ayorinde and Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Engr Adebowale Akinsanya.

KUDOS TO THE GOBSMARKINGLY GORGEOUS MOSUNMOLA DOMINIQUE ABUDU....

Now the world knows, they have been alerted to understand that Mo Abudu's words are are bond. When she says it or makes a promise she always would make it happen or come true.

The pre-hype for "The Wedding Party 2", the sequel to the first installment which on its own was a resounding success was totally and thoroughly justified. Those who were lucky to have attended, were swept off their feet totally. The magic started from the security area to the walkway/red carpet area to inside the venue itself.

Mo and cast and crew delivered first on a great movie, and then also, she and her organisers delivered a magic of a party/premiere. It was stylish, it was opulent, it was rich, it was fun, all in all a resounding success by all standards and not boring at all. And the Celebrities, stars, dignitaries, et al came like a pouring rain.

And the head honcho who made sure all the elements met together in a good way was none other than Mo Abudu the incredible.

From this delivery alone, people would always fall over themselves to be a part of anything Mo Is involved in from now on.

For the beautiful night, the gorgeous lady of style was clad in an award winning piece by none other than "Lanre Da Silva Ajayi", make up as usual was by Banke Meshida Lawal, the only one MB swears by and most likely can never change. Hair was by Esther Tom of Game of Fros.