The social space went into a frenzy last Friday. Some socialites whispered while others stared unapologetically as embattled oil mogul and businessman, Jide Omokore, glided back onto the social space after many thought he had vacated it for good. After a long break from the social scene, Omokore was spotted as a guest at the burial ceremony for Madam Emife, the 106-year-old mother of retired military officer, David Jemibewon. The event was staged in the Iya-Gbede hometown of the Jemibewons in Ijumu Local Council Area, Kogi State.
According to those who attended, it was a gathering of who’s who from different sectors of the nation’s economy. The event is said to be the first major outing for the troubled Omokore who recently underwent rigorous investigation by an anti-corruption agency on allegations of massive fraud. He was detained for days and eventually released. He faces ongoing moves for seizure of his property within and outside the country. The high octane event was well attended by dignitaries like billionaire Tunde Ayeni, former Ekiti State governor, Segun Oni, Segun Awolowo, Tunbosun Kola Daisi, Yomi Awoniyi, Senator Tunde Ogbeha, among others. Although he is currently under fire from the anti-corruption agency, Omokore ignored whispers and cold stares as he walked with head held high.
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