Lagos To Celebrate King Kosoko’s History With ‘The Return 1862’ Festivities

Eko Hot Blog reports that Prince Abiola Olojo-Kosoko, the Oloja-elect of Lagos, has announced the upcoming event “The Return 1862,” a week-long celebration of Lagos’ rich cultural heritage. Speaking on behalf of the family head, Alhaja Chief Mutiat Ashabi Abimbola Alli-Balogun, and the council of heads of branches, he detailed the significance and planned activities … Read more

Obaship: Ifa Rejects MC Oluomo (2)

by Tunde Odesola When the British-American documentary film producer, Theroux, flew into Lagos from the US in 2010, looking for the hotbed of gangsterism in Nigeria, Oshodi stood naked in the sun. Theroux’ choice of Oshodi as the General Headquarters (GHQ) of disorder wasn’t a product of fate, fancy or accident. His choice was informed … Read more