Ibidun Ighodalo: This was Not The Plan-Tee A Mourns

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This was not the plan. It is now 7 days after.This still feels so surreal. Ah! Ibidunni, this one hit me bad. So much has happened ,yet I still can’t articulate my thoughts. Tee A mourns.

He continued “We had met on campus (Unilag) around 1996 ,and then one fateful night while I was trying to run out of newest hall 2, where I had come to check some friends, we met by the staircase and you asked if I knew where you could get an Hausa Fulani costume to rent, before I even asked what you needed it for, you said you where going for a beauty pageant and needed it.
I laughed in utter disbelief !
You Ibidun ! Beauty pageant ? Considering how quiet and private you have been even around campus.
You explained that it’s not “that kind of pageant “ rather it was to be the face of Lux beauty soap.
Wow…. wait a minute, they have contracted me too to perform a stand up comedy set at the event oo!
That night ,we scattered the whole campus looking for Fulani costume.
The day of the pageant came, I finished my performance but waited for you to be crowned because you were the crowds favorite and many saw beyond the beauty of your face.
Our Omo Iya journey began that day and all through University and till date .

Ibidunni….This was not the plan.

You set up Elizabeth R, after school and grew it from that small shop at the back,beside double4 then,
into a big time event services company.
I remember us moving the office to dolphin and you asking me to recruit and develop the office structure, all those young girls then ,are now proud CEO’s of their own companies and will never forget the role you played in their lives.
You loved and lived your life for people! Kilode !
Nothing was too big or expensive for you to share or give away .
All anyone just had to do ,was ask and you have released it. “Omo Iya it’s just bag ,it’s just money or it’s just clothes” that’s all you will say.
In that solemn voice of yours .
You are a fighter, a go getter and a very rare gem.
Very comfortable in your own lane and just happy to be in the company of your few “personal people “.
We went through a lot ! If only people knew that beyond your ever present smile,you had your own genuine issues.

THE LIVELY WEDDING OF ABIMBOLA AYININUOLA AND PAUL TAFOYA AT CONRAD HOTEL, NEW YORK

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It was a lively and lovely celebration when Abimbola, the adorable daughter of top banker, Mr. Sam Ayininuola and businesswoman, Mrs. Ikoliba Ayininuola wedded dashing Paul Tafoya in New York, United States of America.

The very intimate ceremony attended by close family and friends only was held at the prestigious Conrad Hotel in Downtown Manhattan, New York City.
With an excellent view of the Hudson River, Conrad New York Downtown is a luxurious facility, top-star facility that offers guests classy pampering and a wonderful dining experience-and theses were what guests savoured on this special occasion.


The wedding proper kicked off with the solemnization ceremony. It was short and sweet ceremony that was co-ordinated by Pastor Mike Carrugth. The highest point of the occasion was when the couple said “I do”, exchanged rings and shared a first kiss.

This elicited cheers and applause from all corners of the hall especially the elated parents of the bride. This signaled the end of the first part of the occasion.
Part two began when the guests were treated to a cocktail reception while the bride, groom, family and friends took glamorous pictures under the New York City skyline.


After about an hour and a half, guests were invited to take their seats in the main banquet hall for the reception. The groom’s band, where he’s an instrumentalist, thrilled guests with pulsating jams throughout. There were some speeches, which added spice to the event, dinner was served and finally the cutting of the cake by the lovely couple.
The formal ceremony over, guests partied till late into the night.

DEBBIE CAPTAN CELEBRATES 45TH BIRTHDAY IN STYLE

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Ghanaian business woman, gorgeous Debbie Captan has proved to the world that her nick name “glamour babe” is no fluke as she hosted a classy party to mark her 45th birthday.
The celebration began the day before with photo shoot. This set the stage for a one-of-its-kind party which unfolded at her home in the Spintex Area of Accra, Ghana.

As expected for one who takes the things of God seriously, the event began with  a praise worship and prayer session attended by family, friends and loved ones. Then, it was time for jollity as music took centre stage as guests savoured assorted meals.

The ever cheerful birthday lady, always a perfect hostess, had prepared to pamper guests to breakfast, lunch and dinner-and she did not disappoint. An array of african and continental dishes were served from morning till almost midnight when guests were still rollicking.

Debbie looked stunning and amazing as she took the center stage in the course of the celebration to displayed her wonderful dance moves.  That was not all, her children also presented a special, well-choreographed that was rehearsed for many weeks.


What could be described as the highest point of the occasion was when all those born in her month were invited to join the glamour babe, and the Happy Birthday song was sang delightfully.

The day ended with popping of champagnes and a toast for more life and prosperity. Indeed it was a day of love, joy and glamour for the beautiful ageless beauty.
In a chat with Ovation she stated ” Today, I just want to thank God for adding another year to my life. It was a beautiful birthday organised by my husband and children. It was one of the happiest moments of my life.

“I was really happy that friends that have known for many years came to surprise me.As the years go by, leaving their marks and memories, I begin to realize how beautiful and blissful a life it has been.I am grateful to God for His mercies on me and my family. I will continue to thank Him for all He has done in my life”

ADETUTU AYENI CLOCKS 50 IN GRANDSTYLE

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Adetutu Ayeni, the adorable wife of Chairman/CEO of Skymit Motors and unassuming businessman, Tayo Ayeni, hit the BIG 50! And the family rolled out the drums to mark it with pomp and pageantry.

As a God-fearing pair, the day naturally began in the presence of the Lord as the celebrant, her darling husband, family and friends gathered at the Church of Nativity, Parkview, Ikoyi. In fact, the celebrator told us exclusively that the thanksgiving service was the most important aspect of the celebration because she had every cause to thank God for her life.
The service was conducted byVenerable Tayo Aduloju, who, in his sermon, praised Mrs. Ayeni for her commitment to God’s work. With wondrous hymns and choruses the service was enlivened, while later, there was a session of prayers for the good health and well being of the golden lady.


Later, guests were hosted to a sumptuous reception at the Harbor Point, Victoria Island, where food and drinks were aplenty just as Shuga Band and King Sunny Ade were on hand to provide high quality entertainment.

Guests who shared the moment of joy with the Ayenis included: Ogun Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun & wife, Bamidele; Ekiti Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi,  Kwara Governor, Mr Abdulrahman Abdulrasaq; Speaker House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila; Alhaji Aliko Dangote; Alhaji Abdulsamad Rabiu, Senator Ibikunle Amosun and wife, Olufunso; Pastor Ituah Ighodalo, Hajia Bola Shagaya, Mrs. Nana Otedola, Senator Sanusi Daggash, Bashorun Dele Momodu, Mr Timi Alaibe, Olorogun Sonny Kuku, Erelu Abiola Dosunmu, Otunba Bimbo Ashiru, Chief Mike Inegbese & wife, Mary; Mr. Ernest Ebi and wife, Ngozi; Aremo Olusegun Osoba, The Okoya-Thomas family, Prof. Oye Ibidapo-Obe, Prince Bolu Akin-Olugbade, Lady Maiden Ibru, Mr. Francis Ogboro, Mr. Yomi & Oyinkan Badejo-Okusanya, Otunba Funso Lawal, Sir Olu Okeowo and wife, Joke; Mr. Nnamdi Okonkwo & wife, Uche; Alara-elect Folarin Ogunsanwo and Mr. Bosun Oredola, Mr Tope Abere, Chike Ogeah & wife, Mrs. Nkiru Anumudu and Seyi and Bola Orolugbagbe.

REDTV SHAKES LAGOS WITH SHOWDOWN 2019

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The much-awaited RedTV Rave 4 finally berthed in Lagos, and it lived up to the hype of being a high octane evening of pulsating entertainment.


REDTV, a fast-paced lifestyle channel that puts Africa on the global stage which is powered by the United Bank for Africa, left no stone unturned as it gave everyone present an opportunity to relax, recharge and enjoy.

The entertainment platform ensured that that there was no dull moment at the Lekki Special Events Centre venue as top stars such as Burna Boy, Olamide, Jidenna and Africa’s Star Boy, Wizkid thrilled hundreds of guests.


That was not all, rising stars Fireboy, Tems, Ajebutter22, SDC, BOJ, DRB as well as DJ Concequence and DJ Sparrow all delivered big time.
A special feature that  made the event extra special was not only that admission was free, but guests got complimentary food and drinks!  It was without any shadow of doubt a night to remember.

SUJIMOTO CELEBRATES FIVE YEARS IN GRAND STYLE

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He is less than forty, but his achievements so far has placed him shoulder to shoulder with the nation’s best and brightest. This is the story of  Sijibomi Ogundele, a young man that is carving a niche for himself as a force in the luxury real estate sector.

Popularly known as Sujimoto, after his company, the young man through a dint of hard-work and dedication has built a huge business concern, Sujimoto Construction, which marked its fifth anniversary with a splendorous bang.


Held at the site where his ambitious and eye-popping project, LorenzobySujimoto, is situated, in Banana Island, Ikoyi, Lagos, and attended by the cream of Nigerian society; the ceremony was hosted by Bovi and Dayo Benjamin-Laniyi.

Hailed as a testament to the fact that prestige, creativity and grandeur that people now associate with the Sujimoto brand is no fluke, Ogundele went all out to give the best in gourmet dining, choice cognacs, upscale champagnes and exotic wines.


It was from a cocktail area that the event began, as guests alighted from their cars, they were welcome with canapes and cocktails by well clad ushers and usherettes, it was sign that the event’s promise of a superlative evening will be delivered big time.

A WONDROUS FAREWELL FOR DEACONESS ADETOUN OLADEJI

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Celebrated Nigerians joined family and friends to give a virtuous woman, Deaconess Adetoun Oladeji a very glorious farewell as she was committed to mother earth in Ibadan, Oyo State.

The accomplished Deaconess, who served diligently and consistently in the vineyard of the Lord began her final journey home with a service of songs held at MOAT Pavillion, International Conference Centre, Ibadan. The service of songs was such an emotional occasion for many, who used the opportunity to recount memorable moments with Deaconess Oladeji, who was fondly referred to as a mother in a million.

The next day, a funeral service was held at Orita Meta Baptist Church where His Eminence, Dr. Sunday Ola Makinde, Prelate of the Methodist Church of Nigeria, coordinated proceedings. In his sermon, he stated that the deceased lived a fruitful and rewarding life and left many laudable legacies. After the wondrous service, her remains were moved to the church’s cemetery where they were interred amid dust-to-dust rites and tears by her children and close family members.

The funeral, which was professionally organized by 2706 Events was thereafter rounded off with a first-rate reception at the Moat Pavillion, International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan. Guests were given a royal treatment in terms of victual while King Sunny Ade was on the bandstand, thrilling till late into the night. Some of the guests at the event were: Oyo State Deputy Governor, Rauf Olaniyan, former Oyo State Governors, Chief Christopher Alao Akala, Alhaji Rasheed Ladoja and Senator Abiola Ajimobi,  former Kwara State Governor, Abdulfatah Ahmed,  Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji & his wife; Senator Gbenga Ashafa, Oba Olusola Alao & his wife; Eleruwa of Eruwa, Oba Samuel Adebayo Adegbola; Chief (Sir) Oseni Elamah, Dr. Reuben Abati, Hon. Adesina Alabi, Prof. Adebayo Williams, Otunba Gbenga Fisher, Mrs. Ronke Ibrahim and Prince Adeoye Ajibade.

TAYO ADERIBIGBE WEDS GABRIELLA De OLIVERIA IN A GLAMOROUS LOVE UNION OF TWO CONTINENTS

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The colours, the ambience and the general feelings were highly turbocharged when West Africa crossed paths with South America at the highly rated wedding ceremonies of Tayo Aderibigbe from Nigeria and his adorable sweetheart, Gabriella De Oliveria from Brazil at the cozy city of Surrey, United Kingdom.

 

The moments were nothing short of magical, breathtaking and magnificent, with four classy outings in a space of one weekend: African and Brazilian traditions were at their best, exuding pomp, glamour and love.

The elegant mother of the groom, Mrs. Patricia Aderibigbe, set the stage for what was going to be the wedding of the year when a private dinner bash was hosted by her close friends and associates, Maureen Bond and Temi Awofala, at the GA Grill Restaurant in the heart of London.

The informal get together, which had members of Beacon Club International, which the mother of the groom co-founded, featured “get to know you” games, music and high-octane networking. The meeting also witnessed exchange of gifts and goodies, as the mother of the groom and her friends went home with bags of Zaron cosmetics.

Other attendees were Sarah-Jane Abraham, Adesuwa Uzamere, Rosemary Grotenberk and Candance Catalano from the United States and Canada. There were also Eniola Oyekanmi, Abieyuwa Erediauwa, Boma Alabi, Judith Eweka, Kemi Rockson, Simbo Ukiri,  Uzo Oshogwe and Yemi Obileye, who came from Nigeria. Representing residents of the UK at the event were Maureen Bond, Temi Awofala, Eziunor Moemeke, Bose Oluwadare, Vivienne Ajeh, Abiola Fabusiwa, Iyore Eweka, Veronica Eweka, Helyn Woghiren and Flora Edoja

All roads later led to St. Margaret’s Chipstead Church in Surrey the following weekend for the upscale wedding. The venue was literarily transformed into a compound of colours as radiantly attired guests filled the length and breadth of the venue awaiting the arrival of the bride and her heartthrob.
St Margaret’s, an exciting and flourishing church with an 800-year-old tradition, was just an ideal setting for the fairytale nuptial. And everyone who sensed there was something extra special in the offing was not disappointed.


It was not long before the beautiful Gaby, as she was fondly called, made her grandiose entry, riding in a chauffeur-driven, open-top Cream vintage Rolls Royce. She looked stunning in her breathtaking wedding dress.
Accompanied by her doting father, she gracefully made her way into the packed church to where her husband to be, Tayo Aderibigbe and guests waited.
Every aspect of the ceremony that followed was beautiful and radiated love, passion, warmth and adoration. The love in the eyes of the young couple spoke volumes. The international audience of guests present beamed with delight at the excitement of the occasion. The parents and families of bride and groom, all beautifully festooned in stunning attires, looked on proudly as the ceremony, which was presided over by a lady vicar, progressed.

The official joining of the couple was itself topnotch and as the newly-weds and their parents were led into the vestry for the official signing of the wedding register, the guests were treated to some captivating love songs by a trio of angelic singers.
The couple was later whisked away in their stately carriage as the crowd applauded and waved cheerfully at the departing newlyweds.

PROPHETESS MARY OLUBORI OF HAVILAH MOUNTAIN OF FIRE CELEBRATES GOD AT SPECIAL CRUSADE

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Uk-based woman of God, Prophetess Mary Olubori was the cynosure of all eyes when she hosted a week long prayer and fasting session to celebrate the wonderful work of God at a programme called “All Mighty: 7 Days Celebration”.

The Prophetess, who is the Founder, Havilah Mountain of Fire and her husband, Prophet Israel Olubori, ministered to hundreds of faithfuls during the spiritually-stimulating event and many souls were saved for Christ.

The soulful event, which was rounded off with a power-packed praise and worship session was attended by such personalities as Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Timi of Ede, HRM Oba (Dr.) Munirudeen Adesola Lawal, Representative of HRM Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi, CSP Dolapo Badmus and Mr Seye Kehinde, Publisher of City people Magazine.

Guests were entertained by Ayefele, Kehinde & Taiwo Adegbodu, Boye Best while comedians Ashiri and Baba Alariya added a touch of spice with mature jokes.
The highest point of the occasion was the presentation of a gift by Ooni of Ife and wife, Queen Naomi, to the elated Prophetess Olubori who then showered the royal couple with prayers.

GLOROIUS FAREWELL FOR COMMUNITY LEADER, CHIEF ADEDIRAN ALABI IN IBADAN

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Chief Adediran Alabi, a Community Leader and Man of the people has been given a most spectacular farewell at his funeral in Ibadan, Oyo state.

Chief Alabi, the father of author,  philanthropist and Member, Federal House of Representatives, Hon. Akin Alabi, began his journey to the great beyond with an emotional wake at his residence, where close family members, friends and colleagues alike paid glowing tribute to his life of impact.

The following day began with a church service at the Cathedral of St Peter, Aremo, Ibadan. It was very well-attended and the church was filled to capacity, a testament to the clout and connection of Chief Alabi and his children.

 


The service was conducted by Reverend (Dr.) Andrew Adeniyi who showered encomiums on the departed for living a fulfilled life and leaving footprints on the sands of time.
The interment took place privately after which guests were hosted to a lavish reception at Liberty Stadium with King Sunny Ade and DJ Secxy releasing tons and tons of melodious and danceable tunes till very late.

Guests at the event included: Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, former Oyo State Governors, Senator Abiola Ajimobi and Otunba Adebayo Alao-Akala, Brig. Gen Raji Rasaki (Rtd), Hon Shina Peller, Mr. Adebayo Adelabu and Senator Teslim Folarin.