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Many Nigerians have called on the executive governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, to immortalise the late young philanthropist and an alumnus of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, over his singular acts of benevolence to the underprivileged children in Ayetoro, a town in the state. Recommended articles Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour miffed …

On the occasion of his posthumous 100th birthday CHIEF (DR) ANJORIN ANIMASHAUN was a medical practitioner of repute, and belonged to the rare tribe of humble achievers who treasure hard work, dedication and a high sense of discipline as part of the cardinal ventures to excellence in life. He was …

The Group Managing Director and CEO of Adron Homes and Properties, Aare Adetola Emmanuel-King, has mourned the demise of prominent Ijebu son, an industrialist, consummate banker and the Olori Omoba of Ijebuland, Otunba Subomi Balogun, who died at the early hours of May 19, 2023 in London, United Kingdom. Aare …

Tragedy struck on Sunday as a female undergraduate of the University of Benin, in Edo, as one Maria Precious Tunde, reportedly died in her sleep. Recommended articles Omokri defends Ethiopian govt for shutting border against fleeing Nigerian students Final-year student shot dead in hostel, UNIBEN (Graphic Video) Breaking News: Popular …

Advertising expert and former Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of MediaReach OMD, Tolu Ogunkoya, has passed away in the United Kingdom. Ogunkoya also served as the Regional Managing Director of Omnicom Media Group WeCa, where he oversaw two large media companies, mediaReach OMD and PHD Media, in Lagos, Accra, …

A Twitter writer, Jowosimi Olabamiji Eniitan, popularly known as Legendary JOE, is gradually setting himself apart and standing out on the micro blogging platform when it comes to literary prowess. Recall that he was the one responsible for a stinker on Chimamanda Adiche, when the latter wrote an open letter …

The gubernatorial candidate of the Labour Party in Lagos, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has mourned the passing of Simon Maduekwe, who he alleged was assaulted by thugs affiliated to All Progressives Congress during March 18 election. Maduekwe, a native of Nnewi North LGA in Anambra State, allegedly received a fatal damage to …

Popular Fuji megastar, Wasiu Alabi, fondly known as Pasuma, is bereaved. The news reaching Freelanews has it that Pasuma has lost his mum, Alhaja Khadijat Odetola, to the cold hands of death. His mum, who he always referred to as Iyawo Anobi in his music, will be dearly missed. Details …

The former governor of Ogun State and newly elected senator, representing Ogun East, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has paid a condolence visit to the family of the former Chief of General Staff, Donaldson Oladipo Diya, who died recently. His death was announced in a statement by his son, Prince Oyesinmilola Diya. …

The former governor of Ogun State and newly elected senator, representing Ogun East, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has joined numerous Nigerians to mourn the passage of former Chief of General Staff, Donaldson Oladipo Diya. Recall that the former CGS died in the early hours of Sunday. His death was announced in …

Society of Digital Newspaper Owners of Nigeria (SDNON) has commiserated with her Patron and Chairman of the Polak Group, Chief Pius Olanrewaju over the demise of his wife, Olayinka Temidayo Olarenwaju. The deceased passed away following a brief illness in Nigeria. In a statement on Friday, SDNON paid tribute to …

The family of the late popular car dealer in Lagos, Alhaji Rasaki Olanrewaju Shittu, has revealed that the business mogul would be buried on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Recall that Freelanews reports that the late socialite died in the early hours of today, Monday, February 27, 2023 at the age …

One of Nigeria’s leading automobile dealers and socialite, Olanrewaju Rasak Shittu, is dead, Freelanews reports. His death was confirmed to our correspondent by a source, close to the family. “Ina lilahi wa inna ilehi rojihun. May Allah forgive his (Lanre Shittu) sins & short comings. May He grant him aljannat …

Skit maker, Favour Daniels, has died at the age of 26. The entertainer who is also known as Amama was involved in a boat accident on Sunday, Feb. 5. Sadly, she didn’t survive. Her sister took to Instagram to announce her death and mourn her.

The death has been announced of Alhaja (Mrs.) Osenatu Kehinde Akinpelu, mother of cerebral journalist and publisher of Global Excellence magazine, Mayowa Abiodun Akinpelu a.k.a. Mayor Akinpelu. Mama Akinpelu passed on at age 98 in the early hours of Tuesday 7th of February, 2023 in her residence. she has since …

One of Nigeria’s pre-eminent pharmaceutical entrepreneur, Umar Abdulazeez, a medical doctor, industrialist, and political figure, passed away on 1 February 2023 in Lagos, according to family sources. Abdulazeez was one of the pioneer medical doctors to graduate from the University College Hospital Ibadan, along with one time education minister, Jubril …

Nicolas Cage said his ex-wife Lisa Marie Presley “lit up every room” and had “the greatest laugh of anyone I ever met”. The Hollywood actor said he was “heartbroken” by news of the US singer’s death, but found solace in the belief that she had been reunited with her son, …

The family of a veteran Nollywood practitioner, Peace Maria Anyiam-Osigwe, has confirmed the death of thespian, foremost movie entrepreneur and the founder of the Africa Movie Academy Awards, popularly known as AMAA and The AMA Awards. In a statement signed by the Anyiam-Osigwe family and shared with Freelanews, the late …

Top socialite and city businessman, Gbenga Akinbobola popularly known as Islander is bereaved at the moment. The big boy behind upscale Islander’s Lounge in Opebi-Lagos has been in a pensive mood following the death of his dear mother, who transited to the great beyond on Christmas Day, the 25th of …

The family of Chief (Mrs.) Comfort Titilola Adesoye-Orija has announced the death of their mother who passed away on December 28, 2022. Adesoye-Orija’s son, a British-based artist, Lanre Olagoke, who made the announcement, yesterday, said his mother died quietly at her Oyo town house in the early hours of Wednesday, …