Asake Touches Down in Helicopter as He Visits Alma Mater, OAU in Style: “Homecoming”
- Asake bypassed the famous Ife-Ibadan road, opting for a helicopter landing in the school's sports complex main bowl
- The Vice Chancellor formally received the "Lonely at the Top" crooner and his close associate
- Years after studying Theatre Arts within the same walls, the singer returned to inspire a new generation of creative minds
The prestigious Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) witnessed an unprecedented spectacle on Monday, December 22, 2025, as one of its most successful exports made a grand return to the "Great Ife" campus.
The atmosphere at the "Africa’s Most Beautiful Campus" shifted when a private chopper descended into the heart of the institution, carrying a man who once walked its halls as an aspiring performer.
A video currently making the rounds across social media platforms captures the moment a sleek helicopter touched down in the school’s sports complex.
Source: Instagram
As the rotors slowed, Asake, the "Mr. Money" himself, emerged alongside his longtime friend and fellow alumnus, Yhemolee.
The duo, who are both proud graduates of the institution, were met by a high-powered delegation of school officials
For Asake, this visit was more than just a display of success; it was a sentimental journey.
Having studied Theatre Arts at OAU, the singer’s roots in performance were nurtured on the very soil he landed on today.
The entourage made its way to the Vice Chancellor’s office, where the university’s top management held a reception to honor the singer.
The VC praised Asake and Yhemolee for being exemplary ambassadors of the institution, noting that their global success has brought immense pride to the "Great Ife" family.
Watch the video here:
Fans react to Asake's visit to OAU
Legit.ng compiled the reactions of social media users below
@angybaby101 commented:
"Awwwwnn this is great,the governor,the president,the richest woman in Africa,formal vice president,you and etc where all there during the half season of this year"
@joan_thomasia noted:
"I'm glad when people always go back to appreciate the source. Thank you Asake"
@sbm_jerseys_ng shared:
"Do y’all see how his mom happy I pray may we make it in life and please try to make your parents happy with the little you’ve those two beautiful soul deserve all the good things in life"
@desbirth commented:
"Awwnnn; what I have been long waiting for. It’s an amazing moment visiting ur Alma Malta. I would have loved to meet you"
abi.lawal7 wrote:
"Wait first, who be that babe u de hold hands with my love? My love tell me na ur family member? Don’t do this to me my love @asakefp"
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Lady dies at Asake Kenya concert
Legit.ng earlier reported that a lady known as Lojare has reportedly died in Kenya while attending Nigerian singer Ahmed Alolade Asake's concert.
The Lonely at the Top crooner held a concert at Nyayo Stadium in Kenya over the weekend. Although the show was a sold-out event, it allegedly ended in tragedy.
According to posts circulating on social media, a stampede occurred at the venue, which led to the lady's death.
Source: Legit.ng
