Entertainment
Baba Peculiar Storms National Stadium + reveals shocking prophetic incidents
Mrs Gloria
baba Peculiar inspecting the collapsed building
Popular Osun State-born Prophet, J.K. Hephzibah, otherwise known as Baba Peculiar, who arguably was the first clergy to predict the defeat of President Goodluck Jonathan in the presidential election in one of his prophesies in 2012 is storming the National Stadium, Surulere Lagos in a powerful programme tagged “ Miracle Night”. On Friday, May 29, 2015.
Sahara Weekly’s check revealed that plans are in top gear to make the event a huge success as outstanding miracles wrought through him is presently rocking Lagos. We reliably gathered that one of the miracles that has made his new auditorium a Jerusalem of sort for worshippers at Gospel of Christ Peculiar Church, 34 Egbatedo street, Oko-oba Orile Agege, lagos was the delivery of a baby girl by one Mrs Gloria whose pregnancy was delayed for nine years. We confirmed that after medical solution both at the General hospital and private hospitals proved abortive, she attended a crusade organised by Him. She was spotted during his ministration and after a spiritual operation by Prophet Hephzibah, she delivered a baby Girl instantly.
Sahara Weekly had a chance encounter with him and he spoke excitedly about the Unique way God has been using him. Excerpts…
ON 2015 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION
By Gods grace i was the first person to have predicted the defeat of Jonathan in the 2015 election. In 2012 I said it categorically and I am glad it’s on record that i said God told me if he contest, he will be defeated. I told them then that Jonathan was president because of God wants it but he can’t do anything. And that if he tries to seek re-election in 2015, he would lose terribly. That’s why I was disappointed when some people staked their calling on his re-election. When i was privileged to see the president in Aso rock i was bold enough to tell him the truth but…
ON LAGOS GUBER ELECTION
I am disappointed at ways people try to twist what i say for political gains. Prior to the gubernatorial election, I said God told me that he has a purpose for Jimi Agbaje but he belongs to the wrong party which would jeopardised his ambition.
ON THE COLLAPSED CHURCH BUILDING AT IBADAN
God is good. If not that my God is awesome I wonder what would have happened to the over 2000 worshippers present when the incident happened few days ago. I got a message from God and told them to fast for three days to avert death of multitude in the church on Sunday at Ibadan in oyo State. Interestingly, after the fasting on Sunday, the church auditorium collapsed and no soul died. What an awesome God we serve.
Tell us about Baba Peculiar. What makes you peculiar?
I really thank God. First of all, C.A.C peculiar was founded in the year 2004 in Ibadan (gbaremu new airport road, Ibadan) and later was located at Lagos also in the year 2007(biyi adeyemo street. akesan bus-stop. lasu-iyana iba ). I like anything media so, I started with a radio and television programme in Ibadan. When people heard the way I talked, many of them came, especially journalists, to the programmes just to ask questions. Usually, if I want to hold a major programme, I would invite journalists to be there to publish information about the it. And the reason is that I have no skeleton in my cupboard; I am a free man. So, many people came to one of our programmes in Ibadan and when they saw the miracles and diverse healing that took place that day, they marvelled and said ” this a mystery “peculiar.” That was how they began to call me ‘Baba Peculiar’, but my name is James Kunle Hephzibah. My father’s name was Ogunjimi. I am from a polygamous home and I had been a smoker for a long time. When people saw me on television and the way I talked { I used to talk like a thug}, they did not know what caused it. It was because of my upbringing and the way I was brought up. I thank God because I learn t from it.
Like I told you, I am from a polygamous family and before I was born, they told my father that he was not going to have a male child unless he married another wife. My father went to Olatubosun village in my state, to consult a prophet and the prophet said that the male child my father would have would not come through my father’s first wife. That prophecy was difficult to believe because nobody had ever married two wives in our family lineage. That prophecy sounded stupid, but you know anything of God and prophetic is always different from what is common. So, they said how could my father marry two wives? It was impossible. They s insisted it had never happened in our family before, and they told the prophet that it was impossible. My father had the first child, the second, up to the sixth, yet there was no male among them. So, he went back to the prophet and the prophet said the message of the Lord is sure for life and it could not be changed. Thus, he told my father to go and marry another wife. The prophet described my mother. God is great. He told my father he was going to meet my mother at a place in Lagos at a particular place. My father was living in Ibadan. He later got married to my mother. I was told that when I was six months in the womb, I appeared and told her that my name shall be called James and my mother asked: “who are you?” And I told her: ‘This is the same James that is talking to you and he is going to be a powerful prophet; take care of him, you know how he came to you; he said he is not coming through that first wife but he is coming to the family to break some records.’ So, my mother was shocked and she had to go to my father and told him what she saw, and my father said: “Let us go to that prophet.” On getting there, the prophet bowed down said its real but that it was a pity that he was not going to witness my glory. My parents asked why he said so. The prophet said he knew the kind of prophet I would become. He told my father to becareful to take care of “this prophet; you are not going to enjoy this prophet; in fact, you are going to die before his glory shines.” It is a mystery anyway. So, when I clocked four years, my father had to keep that secret. He did not allow the first wife to know that he had another wife, because it was a mystery. But when I clocked four years, my father said he would introduce me to the first wife. So, what happened that day was very mysterious. God is my witness, because what I am telling you – you know, like I always said I don’t trust people ¬- but what I am telling you is the truth and is on record. What I am telling you is that the Holy Spirit that can confirm what i am saying.
Sir, you said you were blind
Before I became blind, let me explain this one, I died for three days, died for three days.
What happened at age of four
At the age of four, I went to Ibadan with my father to just show me to the family and my mother without knowing that my step mother has something, you know that is normal in polygamous family anyway, they gave me poison instead of giving me the right food, so I was pronounced dead. The second day they sent a message to my grandfather that kunle was dead. My grandfather went to that prophet that told them that there is a glorious child that is coming to ogunjimi’s family. Thus, the prophet said that never if it is the one he won’t die because he is a covenant child. Consequntly, the prophet now said that they should not bury the child until he arrives. But they cannot make it on that day with my grandfather so they have to go to an herbalist to say ok we are going to amaro to invite the evil spirit to fight for the dead, that whoever is behind it must go for it. They said that the devil will even kill that person. But when the herbalist came they say they refuse to do that work. Thus, my grandfather and that prophet was coming on their way, you know nothing like telephone that time. What am saying is that the third day that my father decided to bury me with the grandfather, but the prophet still resisted that they can never bury me.On getting to Ibadan around 3pm, not knowing what is going to happen, their car developed fault and they were delayed for about five to seven hours, but before they can get to the place, I come up. I rose up so that is why they use to call me ijebomo, so that is what they use to call me, a strange man and that is why all my father’s brothers and sisters believed the prophet too much.
What about your blindness?
you know I am someone that came from a polygamous family. Maybe because God want to use me for the whole world or maybe because I am going to be a prophet, one way or the other I became a thug, drinking, using machete, smoking Indian hemp. That is what turned me into another person entirely. If I tell you about my education now, they send me away from one school to the other. I did not know I would become somebody in life. But God has a purpose for everything in life. Later, I heard the voice of God telling me that my name shall be called Hephzibah, “you are no longer going to be called kulele”, and in those days that was my nickname. I did not know anything about God then. So I did not believe. But when I woke up, I just dismissed it as a mere dream. But later I discovered that message was from God. So later God spoke to me saying if you like me or not you must accept me. But if you don’t accept me you would become blind in the next seven days. But I still did not believe it. But when I calculated the date after twenty seven days it happened. So they took me from one place to the other for cure but nothing changed. That is why I didn’t believe in anything again, since all these years in Christ i have never taken anything except water and oil. Because I believe so much in that power i encountered myself; it was my personal encountered with God, so God told me to be his prophet but you know, for a thug to become prophet it seemed strange to me, so later I became blind. I vowed that whoever would restore my sight will be the one that I will serve forever. Three weeks after, the spirit of God spoke to me again, and confirmed that my name should be called Hephzibah and that my background has been cursed because I came from idol worshiping family. Truly, nobody had ever succeeded in life in my family. God said he wants to take me out of that family and that I am going to break some yokes and I am going to break that family curse, and you are going to be one of the most famous prophets in the word. So I believe I have never started. So I asked who is God? And He said I should go to the mountain to pray. But I did not know anything about mountain so I did not go. But later on April 23, something happened. God gave me back my sight. So I discovered that everything in my room turned up side, so that is the first day i ever encountered God Himself. So i saw something like angel and i say what is this? And he said i came to set you free so you can set my people free, and that he will use me to raise people from death. And the first miracle from me was, the spirit of God told me to send three sachets of pure water to a mortuary, and i did, to go and raise a dead woman, the doctor did not believe it, but on getting to the mortuary, i saw inscription on the corpse, “J. K. Hephzibah.” That was what was written on a paper, on the chest of the corpse and the doctor came out and said that he had never seen something like that. He was surprised because nobody had ever been to that mortuary since the corpse was deposited there. But when the doctor received the water sent by me, he was like, “you are a fool, what does this means? The doctor screamed not knowing that the three sachets of water are a power representing the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit. The Bible says that my people suffer for lack of knowledge. So, the doctor came out shouting “what happened?” And for people to know, they said let us go and see. And on getting to the mortuary, ask my pastor, the dead sat down, she has come back.
Where did that happen?
It happened at Ibadan years ago. I even call journalists from radio and television stations to go and cover it, they cover it but it did not come out. So that is why i am worried that if God can use you to raise up people from death, and journalists cannot pick that one but later when they say Baba Peculiar did something, like a mistake, it is going to be news.
Entertainment
I Used To Insult Single Mothers Until I Remembered That My Mum Is A Single Mother -Akeem
I Used To Insult Single Mothers Until I Remembered That My Mum Is A Single Mother
-Akeem Akintola a.k.a. ‘Oko Awon Single Mothers’
A young man doing well in life is often defined by a disciplined, and purpose-driven approach to his personal and professional growth. 34-year-old Lagos State born social media influencer, Olalekan Akeem Akintola, disclosed in this interview that he has cultivated the habits and mindsets of a young man determined for long-term success before he attained age 21. He said he continually updated his knowledge and skills to keep up with changing demands and trends even before he left Nigeria for Europe in search of greener pastures at age 29. Other than his talent alone, Akeem noted that his becoming successful abroad was not all by luck, but mostly by being kind and respectful. He also revealed the secret behind his popular social media nickname, ‘oko awon single mothers’. And more…
What do you love about yourself?
What I love about myself is that I am a very determined person. When I am determined to do something I don’t look back. I just go into it not minding what the result would be and I don’t care about what anybody would say.
Tell us about your marital life.
I was married. But I’m a single father now (general laughter).
What year did you travel abroad and how did you manage to succeed abroad?
I traveled out of Nigeria in 2021. I’m currently in Europe, Germany, South Cyprus to be precise. I worked in the kitchen. To be honest, my experience abroad wasn’t an easy one. Thank God, today I have my citizenship documents and I’m living fine. It wasn’t easy getting to this level. I give God the glory.
Who are the most special people in your life?
The most special person in my life is my mum. Then my kids and my mum’s families, especially Sister Iyabo and Sister Nofisat. My mum’s families are so special in my life because they have been very supportive of my life.
Tell us about your experience helping a sick lady, Keji, whose matter has gone viral on social media.
This lady, Keji, came into my Instagram inbox and told me that she was sick and needed help. Ordinarily, I do use my platform to help people, especially those who are sick. There was a time I ignored her and didn’t attend to her complaints. But when she showed me the evidence and pleaded that I should help her, I had to support her. I am the person that sent her to see Agbala Gabriel pastor. But I didn’t know that he was going to mess up.
What type of people do you love to be around you?
I love to be around people who are friendly, ready to help and very supportive. I do not like people with negative vibes.
You’re a young guy, why do people call you ‘oko awon single mothers’?
There was a time I used to abuse single mothers; what they were doing, why did they leave their marriages and so on. I saw it as an abnormality. But I came to realize that my mum is also a single mother and I said why should I be insulting single mothers when I was also raised by a single mother. So, I had to start making videos about single mothers, praising them and talking about their challenges and qualities. Since that time, single mothers started calling me ‘oko awa single mothers’ (husband of us single mothers).
Do you make so much money through social media posts or you have a job that gives you the biggest?
Yes, I make money on social media. I also work in the kitchen as a chef. I’m into kitchen stuff here abroad and it pays me well. Also, I run adverts for people on my platform and I make a lot of money from it.
You are very popular among society women; how did you make it happen?
All I can say is thank God. I don’t know how it happened. I just found myself with millions of fans and followers. People really love me, especially older society women who fondly call me ‘oko wa’ (our husband).
What is your success tip for young people like you?
My advice for young people like me is that whatever they’re doing they should keep doing it. They should be consistent. Keep doing it, don’t relent and don’t look back. When I started out on social media, I was bullied, cursed. I never envisaged where I am today. I never expected that people would be talking about me sometime in the future. But here I am. I never saw this coming. I really thank God for everything. So, let us just keep doing whatever we are doing. There’s light at the end of the tunnel.
Are you fully in the entertainment industry or on part time?
I work and I’m fully back in the entertainment industry.
You look so young despite your age, what’s the secret?
The secret is that I maintain physical fitness, I do regular workouts. I know that a strong body supports a strong mind.
Entertainment
Nollywood Actress and Philanthropist Amb. Princess Chelsea R.C. Nwodo Appointed as Chief of Staff to AGN National President*
*Nollywood Actress and Philanthropist Amb. Princess Chelsea R.C. Nwodo Appointed as Chief of Staff to AGN National President*
Abuja, Nigeria – The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) announces the appointment of Amb. Princess Chelsea R.C. Nwodo as the new Chief of Staff to National President, ALHAJI SANUSI ABUBAKAR YAKUBU. This strategic move underscores the Guild’s commitment to excellence and its dedication to fostering a more efficient and effective leadership structure.
Amb. Nwodo brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role, having served as a National Deputy Secretary (Emeritus) and demonstrating exceptional leadership skills and a deep understanding of the Guild’s vision and mission. A respected member of the Nigerian entertainment industry, she is also known for her dedication to promoting actor welfare and advancing the Guild’s interests.
*A Proven Track Record*
Amb. Nwodo’s appointment is a testament to her outstanding contributions to AGN and her commitment to serving the Nigerian film industry. Her philanthropic efforts and advocacy for social causes have made a positive impact on Nigerian communities, She’s also the CEO of CHELSEA NWODO’S FOUNDATION a foundation known for its unique cultural expression and alliance with many state government including Delta state government and so on.
*About the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN)*
The AGN is the governing body for professional actors in Nigeria’s Nollywood film industry, established in 1998 with over one million members across the six geopolitical zones of the federation. The Guild promotes actor’s welfare, protects their rights, and advances the Nigerian film industry.
From Drill to Deen: Central Cee’s Conversion and the Power of Faith in Modern Hip-Hop
By George Omagbemi Sylvester
“The British rap star’s public declaration of Islam sparks global reactions and renews debate about spirituality, identity, and influence in contemporary music.”
British rap superstar Central Cee has publicly announced that he has converted to Islam, a revelation that has rapidly spread across global media and social platforms, drawing reactions from fans, cultural commentators and religious observers alike. The development marks a deeply personal shift for one of the most influential voices in modern UK drill, and it highlights the growing intersection between faith, identity and popular culture.
Central Cee, whose real name is Oakley Neil Caesar-Su, disclosed the decision during a recent livestream, where he stated that he had taken the Shahada, the Islamic declaration of faith that formally marks a person’s conversion to Islam.
According to multiple reports published on February 6, 2026, the rapper confirmed the conversion publicly, saying he had changed his name and embraced Islam, with friends present during the broadcast congratulating him.
The announcement quickly became a trending global topic, with thousands of fans flooding social media with messages of support and congratulation.
What happened, when, where and how
The confirmed facts are straightforward.
What happened: Central Cee announced his conversion to Islam.
Who: The British rapper, born Oakley Neil Caesar-Su.
When: The announcement surfaced publicly on or around February 6, 2026.
Where: The declaration was made during a livestream, widely circulated online.
How: He confirmed he had taken the Shahada and embraced Islam, with friends present during the session.
Before this announcement, Central Cee had never publicly declared adherence to any specific religion, though fans had long speculated about his spiritual leanings.
Background: the rise of a global rap force
Born on June 4, 1998, in London, Central Cee rose from the streets of Shepherd’s Bush to become one of the most commercially successful British rappers of his generation.
He achieved mainstream recognition with his 2020 single Day in the Life and later dominated charts with hits such as Doja and Sprinter, accumulating billions of streams worldwide.
By the mid-2020s, he had become a defining figure in UK drill, blending street narratives with a polished, globally accessible sound.
Reactions and significance
The news of his conversion triggered widespread reaction across continents. Many fans congratulated him, using phrases such as “Welcome to Islam, brother,” reflecting the celebratory tone among supporters.
Others expressed curiosity about whether the decision would influence his music, public image, or future lyrical direction.
Cultural analysts note that religion has long played a quiet but significant role in hip-hop. From Malcolm X’s influence on American rap consciousness to the presence of Muslim artists in both US and UK scenes, faith has often shaped artistic identity.
British sociologist Dr. Reza Pankhurst, writing on religion and youth culture, has argued that for many urban artists, faith offers “a language of discipline, moral structure and belonging in environments often defined by instability.”
Similarly, American scholar Dr. Sherman Jackson has noted that Islam’s appeal among musicians and athletes lies partly in its “emphasis on personal responsibility, spiritual dignity, and community.”
While these are broader observations about religious influence in culture, they help explain why high-profile conversions often resonate far beyond the personal sphere.
Why the announcement matters
Central Cee is not merely another celebrity; he is one of the most commercially powerful voices in British rap, with global reach across Europe, Africa, Asia and North America. His decisions, therefore, carry symbolic weight.
When artists of such stature publicly embrace a faith, it often triggers three parallel conversations:
First, identity: Fans begin to examine how the artist’s beliefs align with their lyrics and public persona.
Second, influence: Younger audiences may view the decision as aspirational or spiritually significant.
Third, authenticity: Critics and supporters alike debate whether faith will reshape the artist’s artistic content.
British cultural commentator Kehinde Andrews has previously observed that hip-hop is “not just music but a social language through which young people negotiate power, race, faith and identity.”
In that sense, Central Cee’s announcement becomes part of a larger cultural dialogue not merely a personal declaration.
The question of a new name
Some reports indicate that the rapper mentioned changing his name after taking the Shahada, though details remain inconsistent across sources.
While certain online reports suggested possible new names, there is no universally confirmed official new name from the artist at the time of reporting.
This remains an evolving aspect of the story, and responsible reporting requires caution until a formal statement is released through verified channels.
The broader context: faith and hip-hop
Central Cee joins a growing list of artists who have publicly embraced Islam. Over the decades, figures such as Yasiin Bey (Mos Def), Lupe Fiasco, Ice Cube, and Q-Tip have either converted to Islam or drawn heavily from Islamic teachings in their music.
In the UK, Muslim identity has long been intertwined with the grime and drill scenes, reflecting the multicultural realities of cities like London, Birmingham and Manchester.
Cultural historian Tricia Rose, one of the foremost scholars of hip-hop, once wrote that the genre “has always been a site of spiritual searching, moral struggle and social commentary.”
In that context, a public conversion is not an anomaly but part of a longstanding tradition of artists seeking meaning beyond fame and commercial success.
What remains unclear
Despite the viral spread of the story, certain details are still evolving:
The exact location of the livestream has not been formally confirmed.
The identity of the individuals present during the Shahada has not been publicly verified.
Any official legal name change has not been documented in confirmed public records.
Responsible journalism requires distinguishing between verified facts and social-media speculation.
Final assessment
Central Cee’s conversion to Islam is a deeply personal decision that has nonetheless sparked global conversation. Announced during a livestream in early February 2026, the declaration places one of Britain’s most influential rappers at the centre of a broader discussion about faith, culture and celebrity influence.
In an era where artists are often defined solely by streaming numbers and chart positions, his announcement underscores a different narrative: the search for meaning, identity, and spiritual grounding in the midst of global fame.
As the late scholar James Cone once wrote, “Spiritual transformation is the most radical form of social change, because it begins inside the human soul.”
Whether Central Cee’s journey will reshape his music or remain a private source of guidance is a question only time can answer. What is certain, however, is that his decision has already stirred conversations that extend far beyond the world of rap.
-
society6 months agoReligion: Africa’s Oldest Weapon of Enslavement and the Forgotten Truth
-
news3 months agoWHO REALLY OWNS MONIEPOINT? The $290 Million Deal That Sold Nigeria’s Top Fintech to Foreign Interests
-
society6 months ago“You Are Never Without Help” – Pastor Gebhardt Berndt Inspires Hope Through Empower Church (Video)
-
Business7 months agoGTCO increases GTBank’s Paid-Up Capital to ₦504 Billion
You must be logged in to post a comment Login