According to Access24, UFC star Israel Adesanya visited Esa-Oke in Osun State during a reception attended by traditional and community leaders.
The report lists several local dignitaries who were present as the mixed-martial-arts star was received in the community, adding a cultural dimension to his Nigeria visit.
Validation: Access24 names the community and the traditional figures present at the reception, providing the public basis for the account.
Echotitbits take: Adesanya’s appearances in Nigeria often attract attention beyond sport because of his Nigerian heritage. Community receptions also show how globally recognised athletes can become cultural figures at home.
Source: The Guardian — https://guardian.ng/life/whatsnew-entertainment-celebrity-gist-and-so-on/ufc-star-adesanya-visits-osun-to-be-honoured-by-kinsmen/, 17 September 2026
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