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The Glamorous Wedding of Chigozie Eziokwu & Chioma Okafor

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He who finds a wife finds a good thing, says the Christian holy book, the Bible. And so, it came to pass as the very handsome Valentine Chigozie Eziokwu, according to him, not only found a good thing but found peace of mind, a soulmate his missing half.

Chioma on her part, was full of praises to God for blessing her with her desire, her dream husband. “He is my dream come true, a prayer answered and desire fulfilled. His name is permanently engraved on my heart”, the newly crowned Mrs. Eziokwu said of Chigozie, her young husband.The date remain memorable in the heart of the  Eziokwu’s and Okafor’s family as they became one when their children Chigozie and Chioma tied the knot at the Catholic church of divine mercy, lekki. The duo were then joined in holy matrimony as love filled the air in the church amidst clapping and cheers from the loved ones present

From the Church to the Podium, the ambience was gay, even the atmosphere bow down for them as it was sunny and cool for the union. The grand event spelt splendor, and class. It brimmed with royalty and panache. The galaxy of exotic cars that saturated every available space at the church premises and the reception venue and the gaily-dressed guests that swarmed everywhere like bees were breathtaking. The beautifully decorated hall was drowned in Klieg light and glistening floral colours that perfectly matched the Aso ebi.

Not only did unspeakable joy and happiness found both families on the above date, hundreds of friends, well-wishers and business associates from all walks of life, including industrialists, captains of industry, business moguls, politicians, technocrats among others to felicitate and rejoice with them.

All through the colourful wedding, Chigozie and Chioma beamed with penetrating smiles, intermittently taking a searching but romantic look into each other’s eyes.

The cutting of the wedding cake and the subsequent usual bride/groom symbolic feeding of each other ushered the newest couple into their very first matrimonial task as man and wife amidst cheers. The inseparable love that exists between the two lovebirds was evident during the dancing session. Chigozie and Chioma glued together as they unleashed the latest dancing steps on the ecstatic guests.

Soon, the groom and bride’s parents joined the dance floor. Its was a refreshing delight to watch Chigozie’s parents, Sir & Lady Emma Eziokwu ( Omeifeukwu) become teenagers again as they chronographically wriggled their waists in response to the melodious music wafting from the sound system.

Barrister and Mrs Okwy Okafor ( Ogene), the soft spoken parents of Chigozie’s paragon of beauty, Chioma, were not to be outdone. They responded energetically to all the music rhythm thrown up by the DJ.

The Chairman of the wedding, Anthony Iju Nwabunike, an oil & gas and Maritime czar, gave a good account of himself as a business administrator and manager of human resources as he skillfully piloted the affairs of the event within the period stipulated in the programme of event.

Prominent Nigerians who graced the epoch wedding include former Anambra state Governor, His Excellency, Mr. Peter Obi, APC chieftain, Chief George Moughalu, Business moguls: Chairman, the Orange Drugs Group, Sir Tony Ezenna OFR, Chairman Ekulo Group, Sir. Emma Bishop Okonkwo OFR, Chairman/ CEO of Obikings, Ifeanyi Ezeora, Chairman & MD Tiger Foods, Onitsha, Ide Celestine  & Mr. Don Ebubeogu, Chief IKB Igboanugo of IKB cosmetics fame, Tony Ezeani of Tomez Group, The MD of Embassy Pharm and Sponsor of the wedding, Chief and Mrs Chidi Obi(Ononuju), Emeritus President, Diamond Fitness Club, Eselu Chigozie Nwaolisa, President, G21 Club, Chief Evergreen Jude Onyedum.

Others include Chairman/, CEO of Today’s Motors, Albert Ezenwanne, Chairman/CEO, The Young Shall Grow Motors, Vincent Amaechi Obianodo, Ikenga Azia, Uzama Okpaleke, Chairman Mega Chem, Chief Sam Ubachukwu, Ogene Mbakwu, Chief Ifeanyi Chukwuka, Tino Electronics Boss, Tino Oforezie, Emma Konac Aniakor, Enyiagbaoso Ichi, Chief Sam Okonkwo,  MD/CEO Mac-Tonnel Ltd and founder Naipet Energy Ltd, Anthony Iju Nwabunike who also doubled as Chairman of the wedding reception, MD/CEO of Embassy Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Nnamdi Obi among others

May 18, 2019 will forever remain a date to remember for good for the family of the couple throughout their lifetime.

 

 

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The Grand 70th Birthday Celebration of Jewelry Queen, Chief Jokotade Oni, in Lagos

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By Eric Elezuo

She is by every standard a force to reckon with in the world of jewelleries, and has been in the business for as long as anyone could remember. She is the Chief Executive Officer of Gold Rush, Chief (Mrs) Jokotade Oni, and this the story of how the top member of the society celebrated her three score and ten birthday.

Mrs Oni cuts her birthday cake, surrounded by grandchildren

Hosted at the Balmoral Hall of the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, the event began with the heralded arrival of the celebrant and her retinue of well wishers and friends, and was followed immediately by a Thanksgiving Service conducted by the General Overseer of the Trinity Church Pastor Ituah Ighadalo, and his team of pastors.

Celebrant with Chief (Mrs) Nike Akande

In his short exhortation, after the son of the celebrant has presented the reading of the lesson Pastor Ighadalo lauded the achievements of the celebrant in the field of enterprise and provision of welfare to the teeming population of where she operates. He also admonished the congregation to always to count their days as the Bible recommended in other not to forget to give appreciation to the Almighty God.

Chief Oni pose with Aare and Yeye Aare Dele Momodu

With the conclusion of the Service, a grand reception at the same venue started with an opening prayer led by Israel Ayodele. Shortly after, the birthday girl, who had taken a ahort break earlier, made a grandiose re-entry, with members of her family and friends, towing courageously and majestically behind her.

Afterwards, tributes by notable personalities, who are close to the celebrant, including the Chairperson of the Diaspora Commission, Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, were delivered.

Former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Femi Pedro and the Momodus

The major highlight of the occasion was the cutting of the huge birthday cake, under the directives of a renowned Economist, who served as Minister of Industry as well as President of the Lagos State Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Chief (Mrs) Nike Akande, amid cheers and applause from the audience.

A photo-op was conducted right before the lovely event, which was planned by ELIZABETH, treated guests to an avalanche of splendid local and continental dishes and choice beverages just as Laolugbenjo Band serenaded guests till fade.

Aare Momodu with DIG Taiwo Lakanu

Among personalities that graced the event were Chairman, Eleganza Group, Chief Rasak Akanni Okoya and wife, Chief (Mrs) Shade Okoya; Alhaji Tajudeen Okoya, Chief Alex Duduyemi, Chief Samuel Adedoyin, Iyalode of Lagos, Alhaja Bintu Tinubu; Chairman, Ovation Media Group, Aare (Dr.) Dele Momodu and wife Yeye Mobolaji Momodu; and Former Deputy Govover of Lagos State, Mr. Femi Pedro.

Photos: Tunde Bolarinwa

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The Classy Nikkah Ceremonies Between Omobolaji Jamil and Omolara Tijani in Lagos

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The Monarch Event Centre, venue of the Nikkah services and reception when the duo of Omobolaji Eniola Jamil and his beautiful bride, Omolara Tawakalitu Tijani said heartfelt ‘I dos’ to each other, was an inch above classy, magnificent and adorable. It was not just about the presidential building, but more about the ambience of the environment, the ambivalence of colours and more especially, the smiles that characterized the day.

The events of the day, as planned by Adela Event, which kickstarted at the newly opened Delborough Hotel in Victoria Island, where the lovely couple dressed, and had the first step into royalty amid klieglights from various media of repute, cascaded into a carnival of some sort with their arrival at the marriage venue, where guests and Islamic clerics were already on ground.

Without much ado, renowned Islamic cleric, Alhaji Sheikh Muyideen Ajani Bello popularly refers as ‘Oniwasi Agbaye’ (Global preacher), set the ball rolling, leading the couple into confessing, affirming and sustaining their unbreakable love for each with the crowd of witnesses echoing amin at every prayer, pronouncement, and declaration. He thereafter, declared the lovebirds man and wife, paving the way for a reception that lasted way into the night, and a celebration of love destined to last a lifetime.

With a short interlude as the newest couple took a break to recreate, the disc jockey held the hall spellbound and rocking with sounds from notable and creative Nigerian artists. The audience couldn’t but roll in ecstasy as the beats made impacts.

At the return of the couples, and under the supervisor of the day’s anchor, Tee A, the families of the bride and groom made separate dramatic entry, dancing to the admiration and encouragement of well wishers roundabout.

Then, it was the turn of the couple to dance in. With the bridal train and the men in suit doing the first encore, the couple danced in in style, cheered loudly by all and sundry, and displaying scintillating dance steps that was the hallmark of their growing up days.

The bride and her train, also took the limelight with a choreographic display, winning the hearts of onlookers, followed by the emotional dance of the bride and her father.

With the dances settled, the chairman of the day, Dr. Akintunde Ayeni, took the stage to declare the event open, and admonished the couple on the basic principles of making a happy home.

“Love and submission win all battles in matrimony. Once you love each other, submit to each other, no barrier will be encountered and nothing shall be impossible to both of you. In fact, you will be able to conquer every from within or without. And again, respect each other, which is very key, in fact, very important, ” Ayeni said.

One of the major highlights of the occasion was the superlative display of one of the most sought after performers from this part of the world, KWAM 1, who rattled the hall with one classic beat after another, getting everyone off their seats, singing along and dancing away.

Another major highlight was the cutting of the gigantic cake, coordinated by a former Super Eagles player, Mutiu Adepoju, popularly know as Headmaster during his hay days.

The guests, apart from the array of entertainment on ground, were treated to sumptuous delicacies comprising continental and local dishes as well as choice beverages.

We wish the Jamils the best of marital union in love, health and prosperity.

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Dignitaries Grace Grand Opening of Luxurious Delborough Hotel in Lagos (Photos)

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The newest and grandest luxury hospitality nest in the city of Lagos, Delborough Hotel in highbrow Victoria Island, was declared on Saturday, November 25, 2023, with high dignitaries in attendance.

Among those who attended the grand opening, or visited at one point or another are former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former President Goodluck Jonathan, Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, former Senate President, Anyim Pius Anyim, the Etsu Nupe Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe among many others.

Delborough Hotel is owned by Stanley Uzochukwu, and is run by a board of directors including constitional lawyer, Mike Ozekhome SAN.

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