Billionaire Alhaji Rasaq Akanni Okoya and his wife, Shade Okoya, proudly witnessed the induction of their sons into Lagos' prestigious Island Club during a high-profile ceremony. The event, held at the club's Easter/Ileya Dance Night, formally welcomed Idris Abolaji Okoya, Usman Olatunji Okoya, Jubril Adedoyo Okoya, and Rahim Olashubomi Okoya as second-generation members.
Symbolic Induction Ceremony
The induction included a symbolic bow and the presentation of official sashes, marking the sons' transition into the elite circle of the historic institution. The Island Club, a landmark in Lagos society, has long served as a hub for networking, cultural preservation, and intellectual discourse among Nigeria's most influential figures.
Shade Okoya's Recent Public Appearances
Earlier, Shade Okoya trended online after she was spotted at a highbrow event in Lagos. The Managing Director of Eleganza Group wore an exclusive burgundy attire, looking elegant as she walked into the event premises. She respectfully greeted royal dignitaries, kneeling to exchange pleasantries with monarchs and chiefs at the high table.
Shade Okoya also celebrated her 49th birthday, sharing photos on social media dressed in a yellow outfit. She captioned the post: "Alhamdulillah, SO @ 49! #ShadeOkoya." Her birthday coincided with the announcement of her daughter Olamide Raheeda's engagement. The wedding proceedings are scheduled to begin on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Social Media Reactions
Netizens celebrated the Okoya sons' induction. User the_lamide commented: "If you like no live for good area and train your children in good schools and let them mingle with elite, Wo you'll learn? don't be humble about that! Press in." Bunmola777 said: "Shade is very intentional with careful placing of Raheem which is very admirable, unfortunately war is coming after baba's exit so she is preparing him in every way." Royalhotieness added: "Nepotism or nothing for my own daughter!!! Inshallah." Phoenixchief wrote: "Strategic Positioning . Mo fe be, congratulations jare awon omo ola." Yeye_moradeyo asked: "They are now inducting the youth into the club?? Island Club the prestigious club. I'm bringing my son when next in Nigeria." Bewsolami noted: "Placing and Putting your children forward in places that matter! Just as it should be."
Previous Controversy: Raheem Okoya on Poverty
Legit.ng also reported that Shade Okoya's son Raheem sparked debate after stating that poverty is largely a product of mindset. During a livestream with content creator Carter Efe, Raheem urged young people to rethink their approach to life, emphasizing the importance of the right mindset. He said: "My brother, poverty is a mindset. As long as you are thinking on a higher frequency, you can always achieve. Don't limit yourself."
