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Speaker Obasa Mourns Father-in-Law’s Death at 95
Lagos Assembly Speaker pays tribute as High Chief Hamza Alimi Majowogbe is buried according to Islamic rites in Ogun State
Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, is mourning the death of his father-in-law, High Chief Hamza Alimi Majowogbe, the Olu of Ibido-Omu in Odogbolu Local Government Area of Ogun State, who passed away after a brief illness at the age of 95.
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The Obasa Mourns Father-in-Law development was announced on Thursday following the death of the respected community leader, who was also the father of Chief Mrs. Bukola Taibat Obasa, the Speaker’s wife.
According to the family, High Chief Majowogbe died in the early hours of Thursday after a brief illness.
He was laid to rest the same day in accordance with Islamic rites during a solemn funeral attended by family members, community leaders, Islamic clerics and other well-wishers.
Speaker Obasa, accompanied by several members of the Lagos State House of Assembly and close associates, attended the burial to pay his final respects to the late traditional leader.
In a condolence message, the Speaker expressed sympathy to the Majowogbe family, urging them to draw strength from the impactful legacy left behind by the deceased.
Obasa described his father-in-law as a man whose life was defined by dignity, philanthropy and dedicated service to the people of Ibido-Omu and neighbouring communities.
“We take comfort in the exemplary life he lived and the many lives he touched while with us. I pray that Almighty Allah grants the deceased Al-Jannah Firdaus and gives the family the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” the Speaker said.
High Chief Majowogbe was widely regarded as a respected traditional figure in Ibido-Omu, where he played a significant role in community affairs and local development over several decades.
His long life and service earned him admiration among residents and traditional institutions within Odogbolu Local Government Area.
His passing comes as tributes continue to pour in from political associates, community leaders and family members who have remembered his contributions to his community and his commitment to fostering peace and unity.
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The burial, conducted in line with Islamic tradition, reflected both the family’s faith and the late chief’s standing within the community, bringing together relatives, traditional leaders and public officials to honour a life that many described as remarkable and devoted to service.
The contemporary art and photography exhibition “Wake Up!” is back again for a second edition.
Curated by Awele Onwordi, Wake Up! 2 exhibition pays homage to the Nigerian youth and burgeoning street culture which many of its contributing artists reference in their works.
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Titled “Young, Wild, Free”, the exhibition celebrates the creativity, resilience, freedom and cultural influence found in Nigerian youth.
Taking aim at societal issues and economic concerns, the exhibit reflects the youth and their refusal to compromise or bow despite all the challenges stacked against them while charting youth culture through art, music, fashion, skateboarding, photography and community.
The exhibition will be held, once again, at the Angel and Muse Gallery at 25 Sumbo Jibowu street off Ribadu Road off Awolowo Road in Ikoyi.
It will open on Saturday 5 September 2026 and will run until 11 September 2026
This second edition which focuses on celebrating, nurturing and exploring artistic practices rooted in youth and street culture will feature works from DENCITY and SUPERGLIDER HOUSE.
Exhibiting artists include Ajilore Kehinde – their work is deeply influenced by Nigerian street culture and works of other artists like Slawn, Peters Ejiro, etc, Chuka Onwordi – graphic designer who embodies themes of death, melancholy and beauty in his works, ZIDYEP – Abuja based creative whose works move between digital and physical spaces through art, graphic design and air brushing , Franklyn Okoye – graphic designer and artist whose works explore themes of identity and hyper-reality, Awele Onwordi – founder & curator of WAKE UP and multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans character art, creative logo design, album covers and more , Oluchi Kogolo – digital illustrator whose work explores street culture, personality and storytelling through a raw and playful visual style and Kozetuo Apeji – multidisciplinary artists who work explores experimental approaches to problem solving through both digital and traditional art forms.
Commenting on the exhibition in her curatorial statement, Awele noted that “despite economic instability, limited opportunities and socio-political challenges, Nigerian youth continue to shape culture through music, fashion, art, skateboarding, raves, photography and community.”
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Continuing and harping on the raison d’etre of the exhibition she said, “Young, Wild and Free exists to celebrate Nigerian youth while also creating a platform that supports and amplifies them.”
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