Oldest Man in Hip-Hop - Baba Oje of Arrested Development Has Been Hospitalized

Oldest man in Hip-Hop, Baba Oje’ suffered from a stroke on Thursday, October 14th, 2010. Baba was taken to Atlanta VA Medical Center where there also appeared to be a blood clot on his brain. Shared by his family members, Baba responded to medication given and was released out of the ICU today, Saturday, October 16, 2010 where the hospital stated he is in stable condition yet at this time tests are under way for a thorough diagnosis.

Currently, Arrested Development is on tour overseas in the U.K. and has requested that positive energy, love and prayers be sent out on behalf of Oje’ for a speedy recovery.

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ABOUT BABA OJE:
Baba = Father in Swahili (Oje’ = OJ his name) born in Mississippi is the elder of Arrested Development. The group believes that the youth have energy and the elders have wisdom together can have progress! At 78 years, he is the oldest man in Hip-Hop. An avid vegan, Africanist and yes, even roller skater, Baba is the most unique man you have ever met. He dances and does vocals when AD performs live. His spirit and presence inspires people all over the globe. His willingness to associate with people half his age is a testimony to his humility. Courtesy :UM2N