Nollywood actress Tayo Sobola better known as Sotayo Gaga has shared the unexpected and mysterious circumstances that led to her being crowned the Sarauniya (Queen Mother) of Uke Kingdom in Nasarawa State.
In a chat with The Nation, she recounted how what started as a simple charity visit turned into a life-changing moment. She explained:
Sobola revealed that upon arrival at the Emir’s palace, she and her team sat waiting for the Emir to appear. While waiting, she noticed an intense conversation between her companion and another man but paid little attention to it. Soon after, the Emir emerged and unexpectedly invited her to sit beside him.
She noticed people gathering, speaking in a language she did not understand. Then, the Emir made an announcement that she would not be leaving the palace until she was bestowed with the title of Sarauniya
Confused and taken aback, Sotayo, as she’s fondly called, sought an explanation. She recounted: