Justice Nasiru Sulemana Gbadegbe  known to close friends and familyas “Fo Yao” or “Sule” was born in Ho on 8 December 1950 to Ibrahim Gbadegbe, also known as Blacky Kodzo, and Charlotte Abra Atta. One of six children, he showed early signs of quiet intelligence and strong character.
His skill in arithmetic, and his capacity to share his knowledge meant that he was often called upon by teachers to explain lessons to those who were classes ahead of his own. While this was not always appreciated by the recipients, he never stopped teaching them when asked to do so. Indeed, from a young age, he was known for his perseverance and tenacity. It was during his school years that Sule first gained his love of football and played in both primary and secondary schools. Later as an avid fan and supporter of Manchester United, even his children had to fall into line. He was the only “Accredited Critic” of Manchester United but his weekend was made whenever they won a match.