Oluwashina Akanbi Peters

Juju Musician (born 30 May 1958)

Oluwashina Akanbi Peters is a Nigerian juju musician, known for his contributions to the rich Yoruba musical tradition. Born on 30 May 1958, he belongs to a generation of artists who helped sustain and popularize juju music through its blend of percussion, talking drums, and melodic storytelling rooted in Yoruba culture.

The Yoruba Revolutionary Movement (YOREM) has rejected any possibility of U.S. military intervention in Nigeria, following President Donald Trump's recent threat to deploy American forces after redesignating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC).
In a statement by National Coordinator Comrade Wale Balogun, YOREM said it firmly opposes foreign invasion and warned that the real danger facing Yorubaland is internal extremist colonisation, especially from terrorist Fulani herdsmen and jihadist groups seeking territorial and ideological expansion.
Key Points from YOREM’s Statement


No to U.S. military action: YOREM says foreign powers have historically contributed to Nigeria’s instability and should not be allowed to intervene militarily.


Defend Yorubaland: The group called on all Yoruba people, within and outside Nigeria, to protect their land against extremist threats.


Criticism of collaborators: YOREM accused some Yoruba individuals of aiding forces destabilising the region for personal gain.


Historical warnings: Balogun referenced the 19th-century Fulani expansion halted at Osogbo in 1840, noting that similar patterns are emerging today.


Unity among Yoruba groups: The organisation urged Yoruba self-determination leaders—including Gani Adams, COSEG, Banji Akintoye, Sunday Igboho, YSDM, and the Yoruba Leadership Forum—to take coordinated action.


Push for Yoruba autonomy: YOREM renewed its call for a Pan-Yoruba Constituents Assembly (PYCA) to draft a blueprint for autonomy within a restructured Nigeria—or a sovereign Oodua Republic if required.


Call to leaders:


Obas should form vigilante structures.


Lawmakers should support state policing.


Lagos State should strengthen Amotekun as a legitimate security arm.




Preserve Yoruba culture: The group urged an end to all forms of violence in Yorubaland and warned that Nigeria’s secularism is being eroded by religious bias.


YOREM concluded that although foreign intervention may seem attractive, history shows it often leads to consequences “far worse than current challenges.”

Tacha Completes 24-Hour Guinness World Record Attempt with 145 Makeovers.

Reality TV star and entrepreneur Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has successfully completed her 24-hour Guinness World Record attempt for the most makeovers done in a single day.

The beauty marathon concluded at 8:30 p.m. on Sunday at the John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture & History in Lagos, the same venue where she began on Saturday.

Despite brief technical setbacks, including a temporary power outage, Tacha remained focused and completed 145 makeovers on both male and female models. The lineup featured influencers such as Mitchy, Venita Akpofure, and Wanni and Handi, representing a mix of body types and skin tones that highlighted her versatility and speed.

Each transformation was professionally documented through headshots and runway showcases as part of the Tacha Beauty Festival, which served as the backdrop for her record bid.

The event drew an impressive guest list of celebrities and public figures, including Alex Unusual, Toke Makinwa, Dabota Lawson, Soma Anyama, Slimcase, Ice Prince, Egungun of Lagos, and Idris Aregbe, Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism.

Tacha, who rose to fame during Big Brother Naija Season 4, now awaits official confirmation from Guinness World Records, which will review the documentation before certifying her as an official record holder.

She said her motivation for the challenge was to celebrate creativity, consistency, and the resilience of Nigerian women in the global beauty industry, adding that the record attempt symbolizes hard work and national pride.

Bigger Than Africa: The Yoruba Story That Conquered Continents and Captivated Netflix Audiences

The Yoruba people — one of Africa’s most influential tribes with over 40 million members worldwide — take center stage in the breathtaking documentary Bigger Than Africa, directed by Toyin Ibrahim Adekeye.

Premiered on February 12, 2018, this cinematic masterpiece takes viewers across six countries — Nigeria, the Republic of Benin, Brazil, Trinidad & Tobago, Cuba, and the United States — to explore the global influence, spirituality, and resilience of Yoruba culture.

A Story That Transcends Borders
Bigger Than Africa focuses not on what divides Africans, but on what unites them. Through powerful storytelling and insightful interviews, it reveals how Yoruba traditions survived slavery, crossed oceans, and became embedded in cultures across the Americas.

The documentary features some of Africa’s most respected figures — former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Nobel Laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka, the King of Port Novo, and Fame Elebuibon, among others.

Global Recognition and Awards
Produced by Motherland Productions, the documentary has earned several international accolades, including:

Best Documentary, International Houston Black Film Festival (2019)

Best Documentary, Charlotte Black Film Festival

Jury Special Award, Festival International du Film Panafricain de Cannes


It has also been screened at prestigious venues such as the Schomburg Center for Research on Black Culture and even at the United Nations.

The Inspiration Behind the Masterpiece
Toyin Ibrahim Adekeye’s inspiration came during a visit to Oyotunji African Village in South Carolina — a Yoruba cultural haven in the U.S. What began as a short school project soon evolved into a global film celebrating African heritage.

Raised in Kwara State, Nigeria, Toyin moved to the U.S. in 2001, later enrolling at the Los Angeles Film School to pursue his passion for filmmaking. His journey, fueled by creativity and cultural pride, birthed Bigger Than Africa — a documentary that redefines how the world sees Yoruba culture.

Now Streaming on Netflix
Since May 13, Bigger Than Africa has been available for global streaming on Netflix, distributed by KAP Film and EGMNY (New York). This gives millions worldwide a chance to experience the beauty, depth, and unity of Yoruba heritage.

Lagos Government Endorses Tacha’s Guinness World Record Makeover Challenge.

The Lagos State Government has pledged full support for media personality and entrepreneur Tacha Akide as she attempts to break the Guinness World Record for the most cosmetic makeovers by one person in 24 hours.

The challenge will headline the Tacha Beauty Festival, a three-day celebration scheduled for October 10–12, 2025, at the John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture & History in Lagos.

Tacha plans to complete 150 makeovers within a single day, a feat that would spotlight Nigeria’s vibrant beauty industry if certified by Guinness World Records.

Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tourism, Idris Aregbe, described the initiative as more than just a record bid. “It is a statement that Nigerian creativity and excellence can compete anywhere in the world,” he said, noting that the festival aims to empower talent and celebrate culture while showcasing Lagos as a hub for innovation.

According to a Sunday statement, the event will blend commerce, culture, and creativity, offering workshops, masterclasses, vendor exhibitions, business development sessions, and cultural showcases.

Highlights include industry-led training in makeup, skincare, wellness, and fashion, alongside a vendor village for emerging beauty brands and networking platforms for entrepreneurs.

Organisers say the festival is designed to be both entertainment and an incubator for talent and business opportunities, aligning with Lagos State’s broader efforts to boost youth-driven innovation and economic growth.

Tacha, a former reality TV star, said the attempt is a chance to project Nigerian excellence on a global stage and inspire young creatives to dream big.

Nigeria has seen a wave of recent Guinness World Record achievements. Only last week, Chef Hilda Baci secured the record for the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice, weighing 8,780 kilogrammes, an accomplishment officially confirmed by Guinness World Records.