Babajide
Bàbájídé is a masculine name of Yoruba origin; a major ethnic group in South-western Nigeria. The name is derived from the Yoruba words, bàbá – " father " jí –"wake up," and dé –"arrive." Thus, Bàbájídé means "Father has returned" or "Father has awakened." The name is traditionally given to a son born after the death of the father or grandfather, symbolising the return or presence of a paternal figure within the family. People with the given name include:
Politicians
- Babajide Sanwo-Olu – Governor of Lagos State, Nigeria.
- Babajide Omoworare – Nigerian politician and lawyer, former senator representing Osun East in the National Assembly, and Senior Special Assistant to the President on National Assembly Matters.
- Ibrahim Babajide Obanikoro – Nigerian politician, former member of the Lagos State House of Assembly.
Actors
- Babajide Awobona– Nigerian actor known for roles in both Yoruba and English Nollywood films.
- Jide Kosoko – A Nigerian veteran filmmaker.
Footballers
- Babajide David – Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a winger for Adana Demirspor in Turkey.
- Babajide Ogunbiyi – Former Nigerian-American professional footballer.
- B. J. Bello is an American football linebacker.
Artist
- Babajide Olatunji – Contemporary Nigerian artist known for hyper-realistic portraits and cultural explorations.
Entrepreneur
- Babajide Oluwase – Nigerian Entrepreneur