Birthday is a memorable day to humans to remember their days on earth and Prince Olumide Adegboyega Akindiya cannot be left out as he celebrates forty years today, on the 17th of August, 2020. The celebrant who hailed from Ikole-Ekiti in Ekiti State is a prince and his ancestors have been the Elekole of Ikole-Ekiti who double as traditional ruler and Paramount ruler of Egbe-Oba (Confederation of Obas) kingdom meaning that there are other State recognised 23 kings with their chiefs under towns and villages that Elekole covers but they are independent. His ancestors had been crowned king before 1900 in Yoruba land and before existence of Nigeria as a country.
Prince Olumide Adegboyega Akindiya is a multi award winning Lawyer, Notary Public, seasoned Writer and Principal Counsel of Olumide Akindiya & Co. Legal Practitioners & Notaries Public. He became a Lawyer in 2009; started private legal practice in 2012 and the same year unexpectedly started offering free legal advice and services; became Columnist in early 2014, but stopped in late 2015 owing to newspaper restructuring not caused by him; started receiving awards in 2015 and fortunately five awards in the same year in Lagos, Kaduna and Abuja; enjoyed interviews from Orisun TV, ON TV, TVC News, Rave TV, Bond FM, etc; became Notary Public of Federal Republic of Nigeria in 2018 and since then continue practising law, entertain interviews from media practitioners and continue research on legal writings.
The birthday lawyer had made much impacts over the years in his legal field, legal writings and using his law firm to render free legal advice and services to certain individuals, entertainers, journalists, growing companies and so on apart from clients. He started his first free legal services in 2012 having been called to Nigerian Bar in 2009 as Barrister and Solicitor of Federal Republic of Nigeria to an upcoming Artist, Tiwa Banks who was stabbed by her landlord’s son. From there to others which include K-Solo the popular producer; Joe EL Amadi of Kennis Music; fought a legal battle for years for aggrieved traders with former leader Alhaji Umaru Nagogo known as Seriki and others at Alaba Rago Market in Iba LCDA to bring a new leader, Alhaji Ibrahim Malami Ali 1 in the market who is now Baba Oja 1 of Alaba Rago Market recognised by Iya Oloja General, Chief (Mrs.) Folashade Tinubu-Ojo apart from being Chairman of Alaba Rago Market Committee for two years; contributed also to reinstatement of dismissed Police Officer who is now Assistant Commissioner of Police, ACP Sunday Oni; Association of Nigeria Theatre Art Practitioners (ANTP) Lagos branch; assisted few poor prison inmates to freedom; intervened in some marriages to avoid divorce; etc and free legal advice to individuals who sometimes are unknown callers. He had also used the avenue of being a Columnist with Hallmark Newspaper now Business Hallmark to render free legal advice to readers.
For entertainment companies, NGO, Community Development Association, organisation and media who witnessed his enormous efforts over the years or through a lot of recommendation had given him several awards. His notable awards include Legal Personality of the Year at Peace Achievers Award in Abuja, Legal Practitioner of the Year at Nigeria Media Nite-Out Award in Lagos, Entertainment Supporting Lawyer at Kaduna Entertainment Award in Kaduna State, Legal Practitioner of the Year at Lagos-Ikeja City Award in Lagos and so on. He was privileged to have been recipient of awards with Governors such as Gov. Nasir El Rufai, Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Gov. Dankwabo, former Gov. Ambode, etc; Senators such as Sen. Sheun Sanni, etc, Legal Icon such as Chief (Dr.) Mike Ozekhome SAN, OFR, Monday Ubani, etc; top Celebrities such as AY, Don Jazzy, Davido, Kiss Daniel, Alex Ekubo, Iyabo Ojo, Ayo Adesanya, Wasiu Alabi Pasuma, etc; Media companies and Icons such as the Nation Newspaper, Leadership Newspaper, Punch Newspaper, Babajide Kolade-Otitoju, AIT, TVC, Bond FM, etc; Security Experts such as former AIG Abubakar, former CP of Lagos Sunday Ehindero, CP of Imo State Dansuki, Religious leaders such as Pastor Olukoya, Prophet Ayodele, etc and other professional bodies.
While in a conversation with him on how he felt today, he said he wished to have achieved more in life at forty years particularly in law practice, book publication and personal achievement, but said he never underestimated what his Creator could do in making him achieve his targeted goals in future and count blessings that were unexplainable to eardrums. In the same vein, he thanked God for His faithfulness, unfailing love towards him and his family and privileged to be alive to see today and with faith more years to come. He was at the same time grateful to his clients (individuals, corporate organisations, land owners, communities, etc.), family, well wishers, associates and those who still believed in him during good, challenging and turbulent moment.
We deem fit having benefited from his free legal advice and services to rejoice with him today as he becomes a year older, especially being General Counsel of this media for years. We therefore joyfully wish our award winning lawyer, Prince Olumide Adegboyega Akindiya, Happy Birthday and Glorious, Fruitful Years!
Ending this with your Oriki omo owa of Ikole-Ekiti – Elekole o balaya aso, Ikole to tala bose, e i sepe hon run ma so se, eshi idale ti a ni, Ikole lomo olose meji gbarimi rimi kan le. Ikole run ma aso se kin tala mo sha; atala bose, keru ba adiye funfun.
Ayra Starr’s Mother Sparks Buzz with Confession About Her Mystery Crush
The mother of Nigerian Afrobeat sensation Ayra Starr has sent social media into a frenzy with a playful revelation about having a crush on someone who, humorously, calls her “mummy.” In a video that quickly went viral, she expressed her excitement about the possibility of meeting her crush at Ayra Starr’s upcoming show on Christmas Day.
Captioning the video, Ayra Starr’s mother wrote: “Wahala, my crush is calling me mummy. Anyways, we will meet at Ayra’s show on the 25th.” Her candid and lighthearted confession immediately captivated fans, sparking a wave of speculation about the identity of her mystery crush.
Many have taken to social media to guess the individual who has captured Ayra Starr’s mother’s affections. A popular theory among fans is that the crush might be none other than Don Jazzy, the renowned Nigerian music mogul and the boss of Ayra Starr’s record label, Mavin Records. However, Ayra’s mother kept the identity of her crush under wraps, leaving fans to wonder and eagerly anticipate any clues that might surface.
As the excitement for Ayra Starr’s Christmas Day show builds, fans are eagerly awaiting the event, with many now watching closely to see if Ayra’s mother’s cheeky prediction about meeting her crush will indeed come true.
Stay tuned for updates and watch the video below as the mystery continues to unfold!
Self-Anointed Financial Guru, Geh Geh, Celebrates the Launch of His Luxury Hotel
Popular financial influencer and self-proclaimed guru, Geh Geh, has officially opened the doors to his new hotel, marking another milestone in his ever-evolving career. The hotel, a modern and tastefully furnished establishment, was unveiled on December 22nd amidst a wave of excitement from his followers and supporters.
Taking to his X page a few days prior to the launch, Geh Geh teased his fans with the announcement, hinting at the grand opening. True to his word, the influencer shared clips from the event, including a moment where his pastor prayed over the establishment during its official dedication.
The event was attended by friends, family, and well-wishers, who gathered to celebrate his achievement. Online reactions, however, have been a mix of admiration, skepticism, and humor as netizens took to social media to share their thoughts on Geh Geh’s latest accomplishment.
Social Media Reactions
The news of Geh Geh’s hotel opening has sparked lively conversations across social platforms. Some users congratulated him on his success, while others questioned the legitimacy of his wealth and mocked the idea of a pastor blessing a hotel.
@BIG🌍 AP❣️: “Finally, Geh Geh don get the congratulations 🎉 way him dey find since lol 🤣🤣 Congratulations 🎉 Opueh Presido.”
@ucheuch2 MMM: “Geh Geh no get hotel.”
@Quency baby 🫂🥹: “Dem open hotel, pastor dey pray 🤦♀️.”
@Elbulletin: “So this guy gets money?”
@Boy alone💜🧎♂️🧎♂️☹️: “Omo, wait oh, na Geh Geh really get am? Omo, if na him, I go start worship Geh Geh online oh 😞.”
@Babatunde Phillip: “Imagine a pastor attending the opening ceremony of a hotel where Geh Geh said girls go cryyyy.”
@user97174499693224: “So pastor dey pray for hotel opening 😂😂😂.”
@ABIODUN__🌴💙🚬: “I dey cryyyyyyy now, if to say I know, I for worship Geh Geh online 😭😂.”
While the reactions may vary, one thing is clear: Geh Geh knows how to command attention. As he steps into the hospitality business, all eyes will be on him to see if the financial guru can translate his influence into success in this new venture.
Ukrainian boxing sensation Oleksandr Usyk retained his heavyweight championship titles and cemented his place in boxing history with a unanimous decision victory over Britain’s Tyson Fury in their rematch on Saturday night.
The judges scored the bout 116-112 in Usyk’s favor across the board, marking his second consecutive win over Fury. This victory extended Usyk’s flawless professional record to 23-0, with 14 knockouts, adding another chapter to a career already highlighted by Olympic gold and an undisputed cruiserweight championship.
A Masterclass Performance
Usyk, 37, showcased his signature precision and relentless pace, repeatedly catching Fury with clean left hooks and dominating the latter stages of the fight. Fury, at 6ft 9in (206cm) and weighing a career-high 281 pounds, attempted to impose his physicality but was unable to break Usyk’s composure.
The fight, held in Saudi Arabia, saw Usyk wearing traditional Cossack attire during his entrance, while Fury entered the arena dressed in a festive Santa-inspired robe to Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You.”
The early rounds were competitive, with Fury landing powerful jabs and body shots. However, Usyk’s endurance and tactical brilliance began to shine in the middle rounds. The Ukrainian landed sharp combinations and dictated the tempo, including a stunning uppercut in the final round that left little doubt about the outcome.
“I thought I’ve won both fights,” Fury said post-match, sporting a bruised right eye. “But I’ll always believe until the day I die that I won that fight.”
A Legacy Sealed
Usyk’s victory solidified his standing as one of the greatest heavyweights in history. Already the first undisputed heavyweight of the four-belt era, Usyk joins the ranks of legends like Muhammad Ali, Joe Louis, and Mike Tyson.
The bout, reported to have a prize purse of $190 million, also underscored Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in global sports. Usyk, who served briefly as a soldier during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, celebrated his victory by hoisting a symbolic sabre belonging to Ukrainian nationalist hero Ivan Mazepa.
Fury’s Uncertain Future
The defeat leaves Fury’s future in doubt. Once unbeaten across 35 fights, Fury now stands at 34-2-1. His attempt to reclaim glory after a brief retirement in 2022 has been marred by back-to-back losses to Usyk.
Usyk, on the other hand, continues to add to his already remarkable resume, leaving fans and critics alike in awe of his technical skill, resilience, and determination. As the heavyweight division looks ahead, Usyk’s reign appears unshakable, and his place among boxing’s all-time greats is firmly secured.