Until she got married in 2009, Jumoke Alao plied her trade with Africa Independent Television and Raypower, a radio station. The lovely-skinned presenter wormed her way into the hearts of her admirers   while she ruled the airwaves.

Now a mother of two, she went underground after she got married to Dapo Ogunshola. But there is unconfirmed talk that she might have relocated to the United States of America.

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Dolores is one of the daughters of Asaba, Delta State- born billionaire industrialist, Chief Sonny Odogwu. Even though not the most prominent of his children, she caused quite a stir in her younger days. This, she did together with her sisters, including Uche Balogun.

Demure in her looks, many would recollect that Dolores’ initial attempt at marriage was fraught with miseries which caused her to part ways with her ex-husband, Stan Rerri.  Years after, she found solace in well-heeled businessman, Kolapo Edgal, who is absolutely smitten by her.

Since their relationship first became public almost two years ago, the pair is still into each other. Recently, they both stepped out at a fundraising/launch event at a popular event centre in Lagos. Both looked at ease and in love.

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A mother of twin boys, Nona Adimora, is also the younger sibling of famed fashionista, Nkiru Anumudu and Obi Adimora. In her 40s, Nona was quite popular until she dropped out of circulation for reasons best known to her.

While it was rumoured that she had relocated to America to be with her kids, others were of the opinion that she was living a low-profile life in Abuja.

Nona sprung a surprise last week when she attended a launch party in company with her sister at a popular hangout in Lagos. Looking rejuvenated, Nona had noticeably put on some weight.

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Fifteen Nigerian youths and one Ugandan have emerged winners in “The Future Awards Africa 2013.” It was held at the Aztech Arcum, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday night.

The awards, which spanned across various aspects of endeavour, are presented to outstanding achievers who are below the age of 31.

In this year’s edition, Orode Uduaghan-Okpu won the Prize for Advocacy and Activism; Ife Adebayo, Community Action; Otto Orondaam, Education; Uche Pedro, Media Entrepreneur of the Year.

The Prize for Journalism went to Toyosi Ogunseye, the Editor, Sunday PUNCH; Kingsley Ezeani, New Media; Saeed Jumah, Business; and Precious Nweke, Agriculture.

The trio of Ayodeji Adewunmi, Opeyemi Awoyemi and Olalekan Olude of Jobberman.com received the prize for Enterprise Support; Hugo Obi, Science and Technology; and Kaye Temenu, Professional Service.

Dr. Adanna Chukwuma won the prize for Public Service; O. C. Ukeje, Entertainment Talent;  Kenneth Gyang, Arts and Culture; and Aisha Bello, Fashion and Style.

The biggest award of the night went to Ashish Thakkar from Uganda, who was recognised as the Young Person of the Year.

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Delightfully so, Ofovwe Aig- Imoukhuede is married to the recently out-gone Managing Director of Access Bank PLC, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede. Unlike her husband who is in the public eye, very little had been seen of her until lately. In company with her spouse, she attended the many events hosted to celebrate his exit from the bank. Amiable, her simplicity easily disarms.

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The ancient city of Ibadan came alive on Sunday December 15, 2013, when one of its illustrious sons, industrialist and chairman of Kakanfo Group of Companies, Dr.Lekan Are, celebrated four score years.

That day, the area surrounding Kakanfo Inn and conference centre took on additional colour and beauty.  The 25-year-old edifice wore a new look as it welcomed dignitaries who poured in from far and wide to celebrate with the eminent octogenarian.

Among the guests were the Oyo State governor, Abiola Ajimobi and his wife Florence; former governors, Rasheed Ladoja and Omololu Olunloyo. The Punch family, consisting of the Chairman, Mr. Wale Aboderin; Managing Director/ Editor-in-Chief, Mr. Ademola Osinubi among others were present.

Former class mates from Government College, Ibadan, as well as childhood friends of Are travelled from within and outside the country to attend the ceremony.

The highpoint of the event, which featured drama, music and dances, was the moment friends, family members and associates took trips down memory lane to pay tributes. Recalling his sporting and academic days at Government College Ibadan, Are was lauded as a principled, honest and straightforward man.

There was no dull moment for Are, who was in the best of spirits throughout the entire proceedings. Surrounded by loved ones, he moved about with the agility and energy that belied his age.

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On the social scene and beyond, happy-go-lucky Tundun Abiola is one of the most prominent daughters of the late MKO Abiola and his wife, Adebisi.

Slender and curvy, Tundun, a few years ago, wedded Benue State-born Atama Attah at an opulent ceremony in London that redefined luxury. Although there are unconfirmed talks that the couple is undergoing a rough patch in their marriage, Tundun’s sudden fervour for socialising has witnessed an upsurge. These days, she is constantly making appearances at high-profile gatherings dressed in modern fashion.

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These events ignited the social scene. Till date, they remain subjects of discourse. From weddings to concerts and much more

Superlative weddings

• Edwin Clark and Bisola Sodipo

Eighty-five-year-old Ijaw leader, Chief Edwin Clark, took Dr. Bisola Sodipo as wife. The couple celebrated their wedding the traditional way in Lagos. The wedding which was celebrated amid pomp was classy in all ramifications.

• Mohammed Abubakar and Zahra Bunu

The Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Abubakar, remarried almost two years after he lost his first wife in January 2012. His new bride, Zahra Bunu, is one of the daughters of a former minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Alhaji Ibrahim Bunu. The wedding ceremonies which took place in Abuja attracted the presence of the crème of society.

• Usman Dantata and Rukaiyah Indimi

Call it the billionaires’ wedding and you won’t be far from the truth. The Dantatas and Indimis are both prominent families in the northern part of Nigeria and pulled out all the stops to host a one of its kind wedding when their children wedded in November. The groom, Usman, is one of the sons of the now deceased billionaire industrialist, Alhaji Usman Dantata and the bride, daughter  of exceptional billionaire, Alhaji Mohammed Indimi,  whose business interests spans aviation  plus oil and gas to mention but a few. The ceremonies which were hosted in Maiduguri and Abuja gulped several millions.

• Ola Olowu and Isioma Ovia

In August, the founder of Zenith Bank PLC, Jim Ovia, chose to host a superlative wedding for his daughter, Isioma, in faraway London where she exchanged vows with Ola Olowu. The destination wedding was glamour at its peak. The social circuit in Lagos and other parts of the country relocated albeit temporarily to be part of the merriment. It was the first of its kind from the Ovias.

Baby boom!

• Adeojo twins

Early this year, January precisely, the chairman, Elizade Motors, Chief Michael Ade-Ojo became a father again. The 75-year-old accomplished businessman and his wife, Taiwo, became parents to a set of twins. Many will recollect that he married the latter after the death of his first wife, Elizabeth.

…Kessington-Adebutu too

Also in his 70s, lotto entrepreneur, Chief Kessington-Adebutu, experienced one of life’s happy moments when his youngest wife, Tope, was delivered of twin baby boys in September after a prolonged wait that lasted eight years.

Break-up

This year, an official statement from ex beauty queen, Nike Oshinowo and Dr. Tunde Soleye notified the public that it was over with their marriage. The celebrity couple walked away from each other for reasons they both refused to talk about in the public.

Maje Ayida and Toke Makinwa

Celebrity fitness expert, Maje Ayida and his girlfriend of 12 years, Toke Makinwa called it quits last month. The duo was believed to be engaged, preparatory to tying the knots.

Ikechukwu and Sarah Ofili

Rapper, Ikechukwu and his model girlfriend, Sarah Ofili, ended their relationship after many years of dating. The couple, who were engaged to be married, broke off their engagement in February for reasons they did not disclose to the public.

From dust to dust

• Funmi Olayinka

In April, the government and people of Ekiti State lost Funmi Olayinka, the deputy governor. She died at a hospital in Lagos after a long battle with cancer.

• Olusegun Agagu

The former governor of Ondo State slumped and died in September. In October, during Agagu’s funeral, the plane carrying his remains for a state burial in Ondo State crashed. Among the casualties including Deji Falae, were popular undertaker, Olatunji Okunsanya and his son, Tunji.

Bunmi Adedayo bites the dust

Kunle and Pamela Adedayo own Tastee Fried Chicken. The couple were bereaved in September when they lost their only child, Bunmi Adedayo who battled a brief illness.

…and Kim Kardashian was here!

It was one of the biggest and brightest events of the year. That was in February when Darey Art Alade featured the American reality show star, Kim Kardashian, at the ‘Love like a movie’ concert. The show was sold-out!

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A former chairman of the Nigerian Football Association, Williams, who doesn’t look his age ranks among Nigeria’s most stylish men. Single, not much has been heard about him, at least on the social scene.

The football enthusiast, whose 15-year-old marriage to his estranged wife, Remi, hit the rocks a few years ago, was seen recently. It was at the funeral ceremony of Toyin Raji’s mother in Lagos. Toyin, an ex-beauty queen came from the United States to bury her mother, who died a few days to Christmas.

Dressed in white native attire, Kodjo, who is a much-sought celebrity, entered the venue with socialite, Joke Sogunro, owner of Soggy’s Couture.

Just as they settled down to mix with other guests, Eunice Efole sauntered in and they exchanged banters throughout the ceremony. Though he has not been romantically linked with any lady, many are wondering what Kodjo has up his sleeves.

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Gentlemanly in his ways, Jide Obanikoro is the eldest son of Nigeria’s former Ambassador to Ghana, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro. Like his father, Jide is also a politician and has twice tested his popularity at the polls.

For Jide who used to ply his trade at Zenith Bank before he quit to run his private business and politics, he likes to have fun. These days, his increased presence on the social scene has not gone unnoticed. Last week, he was everywhere at the Music Meets runway pre-party. Though single, the wait is on to reveal who the eligible bachelor will walk down the aisle.

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Leggy and beautiful Ify Yolanda Jones is one of Nigeria’s exports in the modelling industry. Ify, who is also a beauty entrepreneur, first came into prominence when she won the Nigeria Model awards in 2006. Plying her trade in New York, she is quite prominent on the runway. In the same year, she was a contestant at the Ford Supermodel of the World competition.

Ify resides in America but currently, she is holidaying in Nigeria. Recently, she was sighted attending a party at Spice Route, an elitist hangout on the Island.

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This multiple award-winning musician has been off the social scene for several months. Gone are the days when she used to frequent gigs in company with her boyfriend, Bukuniyi. While some are insinuating that she has quit music; that however, is far away from the truth. Unknown to most people, the graduate of the University of Lagos has relocated albeit temporarily to South Africa, where she is currently studying for another degree.

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Tall and handsome, Mr. Nigeria 2007, Bryan needs little introduction. Six years after winning the title, Bryan faced modelling and has made a success of it. What many don’t know is that he loves his women tall and fair skinned just like him. Last week, he was sighted with a lady at a spa in Lagos.

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Edo State-born Freda Francis-Edewor was a staple on the social scene until early this year when she suddenly decided to take a back seat for no known reasons. Back then, Freda attended parties hosted by her ilk frequently. There were  rumours tthat she dated a footballer.

Penultimate week, she was one of the guests at an all-white party hosted on a luxury boat. Looking beautiful, she seemed to spend a lot of time in the company of Ubi Franklin, Iyanya’s manager thus prompting insinuations that something might be brewing between the two.  A peep at Franklin’s Instagram page reveals many photographs of Freda on display.

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He is the multi-billionaire scion of the Ibru dynasty. Judging by his gregarious lifestyle, he abhors lacklustre times. He will be 56 years old this year and not a few will forget the elaborate celebration that commemorated his 50th birthday. The multi-million naira bash was the talk of the town many months after it held.

Interestingly, Wanda, Oscar’s wife, is nearly a staple on the social scene. These days, she finds pleasure in attending elitist events in company with her husband. At these events, the soon-to-be grandparents never fail to exhibit their stylish disposition.

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If you have come across this former Minister of State, Defence, Modupe Adelaja, then you will acknowledge her good looks. The eldest daughter of the late Pa Abraham Adesanya, she likes to step out in company with her husband, Tunde. Lately, she flaunts an unmistakable glow many her age cannot lay claim to.

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A former commissioner in Lagos State, Teju Phillips is also the eldest child of billionaire businessman Deinde Fernandez. One of the matriarchs of high society, the former who used to be a staple on the party scene seems to have slowed down considerably. Gone are the days when she lit up functions with her charming persona. In her 50s, she still possesses looks that belie her years.

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Matthew Mensah is more than just a socialite, he is one with a purpose. Nothing like many of his ilk, his passion for philanthropy is unmistakable. Taking his call to heart, he is the man behind ‘catwalk the world-fashion for food.’

Ghanaian-born Mensah, who has traversed many African countries doing charity, not too long ago, opened an orphanage in Tanzania. The Mensah Children Living Centre in Arusha, Tanzania, is just one of his many projects. Away from that. Mensah now wears a new look. Trimmer to the eye, he now wears a full beard.

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Until things went awry for him on the political sphere, Nigeria’s former number four man, Dimeji Bankole was a reporter’s delight. Even the paparazzi could not get enough of him. His wife, Olaitan seemed to follow suit even though she shied away from the limelight, making only occasional appearances.

All of these came to an abrupt end at the outset of his political troubles. These days, his social diary has almost entered a comatose status or how else will one explain his longstanding absence from the social milieu?

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Remember him? He used to be married to the daughter of the now deceased strongman of Kwara State politics, Senator Gbemisola Saraki. The union, which produced two kids, crashed many years ago and the duo went their separate ways.

While Segun, who is from the popular Fowora family in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, has since given matrimony another shot, he seems to have zeroed out of the social space for reasons difficult to decipher. Gone are the days when he used to frolic with his ilk.

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