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Meet Senegal President Faye’s two wives, Marie Khone and Absa

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Bassirou Diomaye Faye was inaugurated as the fifth Senegal President on Tuesday, 2nd March 2024, flaunting his two wives – Marie Khone and Absa.

 

Faye was sworn in Diamniadio near Dakar, the capital, having defeated main rival and ruling party coalition candidate Amadou Ba and winning the delayed election with over 54% of the vote.

In an unusual scene, the 44-year-old glamorously appeared before the people with his two wives, making an unprecedented sight in the national politics of the West African country.

 

Polygamy is a traditional and religious practice firmly anchored in the culture of Senegal where the overwhelming majority is Muslim, and Faye was proud to flaunt his practice.

 

Marie Khone, who until now had never been in the spotlight, hails from the same village with his barrister and tax inspector husband. They married 15 years ago and have four children – three boys and a girl. They got married in 2009.

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Faye married his second wife Absa just over a year ago.

Marie Khone


Marie Khone is the first wife who played a pivotal role in Faye’s political journey and emerged as a key figure in the Senegalese community. Although she had not held an official political title, Marie Khone Faye commanded immense influence and garnered widespread respect.

 

As a celebrated staunch advocate for women’s rights, the 34-year-old Marie Khone Faye has championed initiatives to boost education and healthcare accessibility in Senegal. Her lasting legacy is a source of inspiration and empowerment for women within Senegal and beyond its borders.

 

Having gained the position of the Senegal First Lady, it is widely believed that she will continue to use her resources and influence to enhance the lives of women, even with her husband bringing a radical change.

 

Absa


Absa Faye is Faye’s second wife with little information to the public. The 31-year-old got married to Faye in 2023 and, hence, has not had any children with the Senegalese leader.

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One of the fascinating about Absa is maintaining a private life, and keeping much of her activities away from the public eye.

 

Absa was raised by her parents, whose identities remain undisclosed in media records. She has chosen not to disclose information about her educational background or any potential siblings.

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‘I apologise for my mistake’ — Sisi Alagbo Eniola Fagbemi breaks silence on leaked sex video

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Eniola Fagbemi, popular social media personality, better known as Sisi Alagbo, has apologised for the leaked threesome sex tape involving her, husband (Adesola Hakeem), and another woman.

Sisi Alagbo, popular on social media for selling herbal concoction, has received knocks from Nigerians who have condemned her for the video.

Speaking following the rains of condemnations that have trailed the video, Fagbemi revealed the struggles she’s going through, adding that she has been unable to sleep for days and that even sleeping medications had not worked for her since the video broke out on the internet.

Taking to her verified Facebook account, the internet sensation wrote, “I own my mistakes, and I apologize with all sincerity for the video circulating online. I am deeply sorry to everyone who felt disappointed in me.

“This is a great phase for me, and I pray for God’s forgiveness and my fans’ forgiveness, please let’s move on past this because this media is where I get little support to feed, pls don’t condemn me or castigate me am already passing through a lot,

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‘I can’t eat or sleep for days, even sleeping meds aren’t working for me anymore, I am deeply sorry, everyone. Please forgive me, I don’t want to injure myself, it’s only the little strength I have.”

Fagbemi broke into the internet after showcasing her craft and promoting her grandmother’s business to the world, including China and Qatar.

She again became a social media sensation after a heart-warming encounter with Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen in Morocco, at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

In the short video she shared online, she respectfully knelt to greet the football star, and the video quickly went viral, sparking widespread reactions and conversations across social platforms.

Responding to critics who questioned her action at the time, she wrote, “You are dragging me because I knelt down to greet Osimhen. I did not know that being respectful is now a crime. Osimhen is wealthier and more famous than me. Do you even know how elites and influential people all over the world are eager to meet him? For Osimhen to come down to my level — me, an ordinary agbo hawker from the trenches — I need to give him maximum respect.

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“Just the video I posted, I already know what I have gained from it. People from Ibadan have told me that all the agbo in my store have been sold out. Everyone in Morocco is rushing to taste the agbo I brought. If I see Osimhen again, I will kneel down to greet him as a proper Yoruba girl that I am. I am a beautiful story.”

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SPECIAL TRIBUTE: Celebrating a rare icon, master strategist, and a true Professor of practical politics.

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At 90, Otunba Bushura Adedeji Alebiosu – “Bush of Africa” stands as a living testament to wisdom, resilience, and enduring influence.

His life has been a remarkable journey of service, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to community development and political excellence at the grassroots.

Otunba Alebiosu’s legacy is written not just in years, but in lives touched, leaders raised, and structures built. A bridge between generations, his voice has shaped conversations, guided decisions, and inspired countless individuals to embrace purposeful leadership.

Today, we celebrate not just longevity, but impact. Not just age, but relevance. Not just a man, but an institution.

May your wisdom continue to illuminate paths, and may your legacy remain evergreen.

Happy 90th Birthday, Bush of Africa

E-signed:

Oloye Salami Oluwaseun
Managing Director/CEO
Crosserlough Development Company

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Zaynab Otiti Obanor: The Queen with Uncommon Milk of Kindness Celebrates Birthday with the Needy

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In a world where birthdays are often marked by glittering parties and exclusive guest lists, Zaynab Otiti Obanor chose a different path—one paved with compassion, empathy and an uncommon milk of human kindness.

For Zaynab, philanthropy is not a seasonal obligation or a public relations gesture; it is a way of life. True to her enduring spirit of generosity, she marked her birthday not with chandeliers and champagne, but with open arms and a giving heart—celebrating with the needy, the forgotten and the vulnerable.

From distributing food items and essential supplies to sharing warm embraces and reassuring words, she turned what could have been a private celebration into a communal blessing. For many beneficiaries, her presence was more precious than the gifts she brought. She did not merely give; she connected. She listened. She cared.

Those who know her say this is vintage Zaynab—graceful yet grounded, elegant yet empathetic. A woman who understands that true royalty is not defined by status but by service. In her quiet but impactful way, she continues to demonstrate that the greatest wealth one can possess is a generous spirit.

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Her philosophy has always been clear: to change the world, we must first change our attitude toward giving. And on her special day, she once again proved that kindness, when shared, multiplies.

As she adds another year, Zaynab Otiti Obanor stands tall—not just as a celebrated figure, but as a beacon of hope. A queen, indeed, whose crown shines brightest in the lives she touches.

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