Christian Chukwuka Wigwe, a cousin of the late Herbert Wigwe and former Group Managing Director and CEO of Access Bank, has filed an Affidavit of Truth accusing Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede of taking indirect guardianship and custody of the deceased’s assets and children. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede,according to the affidavit filed at the Lagos High Court Probate Registry, Christian stated that Aig-Imoukhuede, who was a business partner to the deceased, is taking on a role that should rightfully belong to Pastor Shyngle Wigwe, grandfather of the children. The affidavit made available to thegazellenews.com said that from the court document dated October 7, 2024, which…
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Tinuade Ladoja, one of the wives of the former Governor of Oyo State and Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has died. She died at the age of 71 on Monday, 14 October, 2024, morning after a brief illness. The Media Aide to former Governor Ladoja, Adeola Oloko, confirmed her death. Oloko said, “Yes, it is confirmed. She is dead. May God repose her soul.” Until her demise, Tinuade was an influential member of the Pastor-in-Council of the Celestial Church of Christ, the highest decision-making body of the church. The CCC Ikeja Parish 1 Cathedral, the parish she attended,…
In the wake of the tragic death of Dr. Herbert Wigwe, former Group Managing Director of Access Holdings, a contentious legal battle, is emerging over the execution of his will. Wigwe passed away in a helicopter crash in the United States on February 9, 2024, leaving behind a complex family dynamic now coming to light. Reports indicate that Herbert Wigwe’s parents have filed a caveat at the Probate Registry, seeking to challenge the distribution of his estate as outlined in his will. The caveat was reportedly filed under the direction of Pastor Shyngle Wigwe, Herbert’s father, and supported by an…
Former Governor of Kaduna State, Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, has lost his son, Faisal Ahmed, to a road crash on the Kaduna-Zaria Highway. A family source who did not confirmed the death of the former Governor’s son, said the deceased was involved in an accident. The accident happened along Kaduna-Zaria highway on Saturday evening, 12 October, 2024. “The accident occurred along the Kaduna-Zaria highway this evening. He was taken to an undisclosed hospital where he was declared dead. His father was at the hospital; his corpse has been conveyed home for burial arrangements,” a source told Daily Trust. A civil engineer…
Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, has lost his 25-year-old daughter, Fatima. This was revealed by the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima who visited him to console the family. Shettima who attended the funeral prayers at the Annur Mosque in Abuja on Friday, 11 October, 2024, prayed for the peaceful repose of Fatima’s soul and asked God to grant the Kyari family the strength to bear the loss. This was made known in a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Office of the Vice President,…
Prince Tajudeen Olusi, Chairman of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), has called on Nigerians to contribute actively to the development of the nation by learning skills and ensuring that their children are engaged in productive activities like farming. Olusi made this statement on Friday, 11 October, 2024, during the 9th Constituency Stakeholders’ Meeting held across all 40 state constituencies in Lagos State, themed “Ensuring Food Security for a Sustainable Future: Youth Participation in Home-Grown Farming.” Addressing the gathering, Olusi emphasized the importance of citizen involvement in the democratic process. He noted that Nigerians should commend the government for its achievements…
Bishop David Olatunji Abioye and Bishop Thomas Aremu, Vice Presidents of the Living Faith Church will be taking their exit out of service in the Liberation Commission also known as the Living Faith Church Worldwide in October 2024. Their exit is based on the rules of the Mandate which is the Constitution or operational manual of the Liberation Commission. According to a recent announcement, Bishop Thomas Aremu’s valedictory service will take place at LFC Basorun, Ibadan, Oyo State on Tuesday, 15 October, 2024. Also according to Church Gist sources, Bishop David Abioye’s valedictory service is scheduled to hold in Lokogoma,…
The former Governor of Oyo State, Rashidi Ladoja, has finally opened up about his impeachment 18 years ago, pointing fingers at former President Olusegun Obasanjo as the mastermind behind his removal. In a recent interview on Fresh FM to celebrate his 80th birthday, Ladoja revealed that Obasanjo was the powerful force responsible for his impeachment, contrary to popular belief that it was orchestrated by the late Alhaji Lamidi Adedibu and his then-deputy, Adebayo Alao-Akala. “You see, some people said it was Akala, it was Adedibu. No, it was not any of them. It was Obasanjo. It was during the time…
US-based celebrity psychiatric doctor, Oluwatooyin Oladejo (Dr Tee Glam) and her Lagos politician hubby, Hon Oluseye Oladejo who broke the internet last year with their big wedding have welcomed their first baby together, according to strong gists from the grapevine. At the first anniversary of their wedding, it was all quiet from the celebrity couple, a development that sent tongues wagging in different directions. However, gists had it that the deliberate silence from the Oladejos is perhaps, to keep things under wraps until they are ready to make another big public statement. Dr Tee Glam has been preoccupied with motherly…
At a glamorous event, tagged Governor’s Commendation & Awards Night, which took place at Marriott Hotel, Ikeja on Monday, 30 September, 2024, Mrs. Anike Adekanye, Tutor General/Permanent Secretary of Education District 2, Maryland, was honoured with the Governor’s Commendation for Institutional Excellence as Most Outstanding Education District in Lagos State. The prestigious recognition came as a result of her tireless efforts toward the development of children and radical implementation of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Awareness programmes in Education District 2, Lagos State. Receiving the award, Mrs. Adekanye expressed heartfelt gratitude to Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, and his amiable wife, Dr Claudiana…