- Yoruba broadcaster and comic actor Timothy Agboola, known as Ereke Ni Shop, has died after a long illness.
- He was celebrated for his storytelling, comedy, and promotion of Yoruba culture.
Veteran Yoruba broadcaster and comic actor Timothy Agboola, popularly known as Ereke Ni Shop, has passed away after a long illness. He died on Wednesday at a private hospital in Lagos.
Agboola was known for his radio programmes that mixed humour with storytelling, often promoting Yoruba culture and traditions. He gained popularity for his lively stage presence and unique comedy style, collaborating with other entertainers such as Baba Alajeju.
Following the news of his death, colleagues and fans shared condolences online. Idris Shogbola wrote: “May the soul of our boss rest in peace. Pa Timothy Agboola ‘Ereke ni Shop’. Baba Oloye Repete… A broadcaster, actor, comedian. May God Almighty give you eternal rest in peace. Amen. Ereke ni Shop sun re o.”
Agboola’s work over several decades left a lasting impact on Yoruba broadcasting and comedy.
In other news…. A Nnewi-based native doctor, Ikechukwu John Paul, popularly known as Aka Mmuo, has appealed to Charles Soludo for forgiveness following his arrest.
The spiritualist was reportedly arrested by operatives of Agunechemba Security Outfit and later taken to a river where he allegedly carries out rituals.
Authorities accused him of performing spiritual rituals, including bathing suspected internet fraudsters, commonly referred to as “Yahoo Boys,” to enable them scam victims.
After being paraded by the local security operatives, Aka Mmuo publicly pleaded with the governor and residents of Anambra State for mercy.
He said, “I want to plead with our able governor, Professor Charles Soludo and all citizens of Anambra State. I didn’t know how the law works.”
He added, “I will never go to the River to make sacrifices again. I’m pleading with the governor and the Anambra government that there is a means of forgiveness, they should forgive me. I will never do it again”.
The arrest is believed to be part of the state government’s ongoing efforts to clamp down on individuals accused of providing spiritual support for criminal activities.
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