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Gospel Saxophonist, Beejay Sax Welcomes First Child

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By Femi E. Gabriel

Front line gospel saxophonist-cum-musician, Abolaji Banjoko, popularly known as Beejay Sax, and his beautiful wife Modupeoluwa, are now parents having welcomed their first child.

The elated saxophonist exclusively told The Boss newspaper that his wife was delivered of a baby girl in Regina Saskatchewan, Canada, on Monday October 15, 2018.

He said: “I am very excited and filled with joy to be in Canada when our baby arrived.”

The baby girl, who is the first child of the lovely couple, has been christened on Monday.

Beejay Sax, a Mechanical Engineering graduate of the Olabisi Onabanjo University and his amiable wife Modupeoluwa, a make up artiste, got married on Saturday September 23, 2017 in Lagos.

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Jay-Z Tops Forbes’ Greatest Rappers of All Time List

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Forbes has named American rapper, Sean Carter aka Jay-Z, as the greatest rapper of all time.

The publication recently released its 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time list, celebrating the best in the hip-hop world.

Jay-Z topped the list, followed by Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, J. Cole, and Tupac at numbers 2, 3, 4, and 5, respectively.

Drake, Kanye West, Nicki Minaj, Nas, and Eminem complete the top 10.

Also on the list are Andre 300 (11), The Notorious B.I.G (12), Missy Elliott (13), Chuck D (14), A$AP Rocky (15), Lil’ Kim (16), Tyler, the Creator (17), Snoop Dogg (18), Ghostface Killah (19) and Common (20).

Popular names in hip-hop like 50 Cent, Ice Cube, Juice WRLD, Lauryn Hill, Dr. Dre, Queen Latifah, Busta Rhymes, Future, Childish Gambino, Bad Bunny, Pusha T, Cardi B and Young Thug, rank at number 24, 25, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34, 40, 46, 48 and 49, respectively.

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I’ve Lost My Sight, Iconic Singer, Elton John Reveals

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The British music icon, Sir Elton John, has shared a heartbreaking revelation on the loss of his eyesight after battling a severe infection.

Elton John disclosed this during a recent public appearance at the charity gala performance of The Devil Wears Prada: “The Musical,” staged at the London Dominion Theatre on Sunday.

The 77-year-old, whose revelation stunned many at the gala performance, said he did not watch the show due to his failing eyesight.

He said: “As some of you may know, I have had issues, and now I have lost my sight.

“I have enjoyed listening to the performance, even though I haven’t been able to see it.”

Sir Elton John even gave his husband, David Furnish, who was present at the event, credit for supporting him through the hardship.

“To my husband, who has been my rock, because I haven’t been able to attend many of the previews because, as you know, I’ve lost my vision, so it’s difficult for me to see them, but I love to hear them.

“And tonight it sounded great! Alright! I appreciate you coming,” he added.

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Yuletide: Glo Lights Up Banana Island

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The highbrow Banana Island in Ikoyi, Lagos, was literally transformed on Saturday night as Globacom joined the community to mark the commencement of the Yuletide season.

The company sponsored the community’s Starlight Night organized by the Banana Island Property Owners and Residents Association Lagos (BIPORAL).

The 2024 Starlight Night, which was the fifth in the series, was an evening to usher in the Yuletide season with families and friends as well as “a day to reflect on how the year has been, and be thankful for where we are under a beautiful weather”.

Globacom, in a statement, expressed delight in sponsoring the celebration to spread the festive cheer as well as the lighting of a Christmas tree and street light boxes across key locations around Banana Island.

“Christmas is a time for unity, joy, and togetherness, and as a company, we believe in contributing to the communities where we operate. This is our way of giving back and spreading joy and hope to our fellow Nigerians, especially as we prepare to enter the new year”, the company disclosed.

The special event brought together local residents, friends, community leaders, and corporate partners, and witnessed electrifying performances by entertainment groups, Art Afrique and SPAN.

Starlight night ended with Christmas fireworks which lit up the sky with dazzling bursts of colour and sparkle, adding a vibrant and festive glow to the celebrations.

The event will culminate in the illumination of street light boxes which will be strategically placed throughout the island’s key streets.

Globacom’s sponsorship of the Starlight Night has added a touch of festive season to the Banana Island neighbourhood, reinforcing the company’s commitment to bringing joy to Nigerian communities during the festive season.

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