Events

Dignitaries Honour Archbishop Margaret Benson Idahosa as She Celebrates 75 Impactful Years in Style

Published

6 years ago

August 4, 2018

Eric

Photos: Ken Ehimen

Wife of late Archbishop Benson Idahosa, Dr. Margaret Benson Idahosa was the cynosure of all eyes at her three-day 75^th Birthday celebration which took place last weekend in Benin City.

Looking elegant and charming, the celebrant, who is also the Chancellor of Benson Idahosa University, started her celebration with a Praise Service which took place at the Church of God International, Faith Arena in Benin City. Some of the artistes that performed to the delight of the congregation included Freke Umoh and King David.

Archbishop Mrs. Margaret Benson Idahosa with Bishop Dr. Ransom Bello

As soon as the event was over, the celebrant hosted a dinner in her God’s own Palace Ugbor Road GRA residence in Benin City and it had DJ Salt behind the wheel of steel, dishing out tunes after tunes to entertain the guests.

(R-L) Bishop Dr. Fred Addo with Apostle Dr, Johnson Suleman

The day after, the Balm of Gilead City, Benin hosted the final of the Football Competition which was held in honour of the celebrant and the Global Office Staff won the Trophy , while Benson Idahosa University Staff emerged the runners-up while Word of Faith Schools settled for the third position.

The Archbishop Benson Idahosa family

Few hours later, all roads led to the Faith Arena, Benin City for a Praise Concert where ageless crooner, Onyeka Onwenu dazzled the congregation with her sterling performances. The Concert also had in attendance the Chief Judge of Edo State, Justice Esohe Ikponmwen, Founding and Senior Pastor of Word of Life Bible Church, Ayo Oritsejafor as well as President and Founder of Omega Fire Ministries, Apostle Johnson Suleiman, among others.

Onyeka Onwenu with Archbishop Mrs. Margaret Benson Idahosa,

The three–day celebration came to a climax with a Thanksgiving service in Faith Arena and the event also witnessed the launching of a book authored by the celebrant and titled, ‘Opportunities for Increase: The Mystery Behind Your Seed.’

Archbishop Ayo Oritsejafor with Archbishop Mrs. Margaret Benson Idahosa,

While exhorting the congregation, the Bishop of Faith Arena, Bishop Feb Idahosa, who is also the son of the celebrant, said the ministry has witnessed tremendous development since the consecration of the celebrant as Archbishop about two decades.

Ruth Idahosa, Justice Mrs. Esohe Ikponmwen with Daisy Idahosa

Describing the growth of the Church as a perfect example of a from -good -to –great-story, Bishop Idahosa said this was because the celebrant remained committed to one cause and nurtured that cause passionately.

The Iyase of Benin Kingdom, Chief Sam Igbe and his wife

He therefore urged the congregation to emulate his mother by finding and remaining committed to one cause.

(Left) Rev. Alex Iduh, PRO CGMI

Notable personalities led by the First Lady of Edo State, Her Excellency, Mrs. Betcy Obaseki, celebrated with the amazon and they also included the President of Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Rev. (Dr.) Felix Omobude, Commissioner of Commerce and Industry, Delta State, Barrister Mary Iyasere, National President of the Ministers of God Prayer Network International, MGPNI, Bishop Bola Oyegbami, the Iyasere of Edo State, Sam Iyasere and others.

National President PFN, Rev. Felix Omobude with Archbishop Mrs. Margaret Benson Idahosa.

Among the Bishops of the Church of God International that attended the three-day event were Bishop Curtis Fianu, Bishop Sunny Ugbah, Bishop Mattew Egwowa, Bishop Sam Imoukuede and Bishop Mattew Iregbeyen.

Dr. & Mrs. Mark Ighile

Events

Adedapo Amoo Gives Dad Befitting Burial in Ogbomosho

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1 week ago

December 16, 2024

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By Eric Elezuo

It was a period of solemn reflection and thanksgiving as the Director, Department of State Services (DSS), Lagos State Command, Mr. Adedapo Amoo, dedicated three whole days to bid his beloved father, Pa John Adewole Amoo JP, farewell to the great beyond.

The events, which gathered friends, family members, colleagues, associates and members of various communities, was a testament to the life the octogenarian lived in his 87 years of existence on earth.

The obsequies kickstarted with a Commendation Service at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, Eleyele, Ile-Ife, where members of the public eulogised the life and times of the patriarch of the Amoo dynasty, labeling him a moralist and disciplinary of no mean fit.

The day after, the ceremonies moved to the residence of the deceased at Castle of Mercy, Arinkinkin, along Oyo-Ibadan Road, Ogbomoso, where a Wake Service was held in his honour amid rendition of hymns, reading of distinct chapters of the Bible and exhortation as presented by the presiding minister.

A well attended funeral service was observed on the third day at the Stadium Baptist Church, John A. Amoo Street, right behind Stadium Complex in Ogbomosho.

With a solemn presentation of the enviable life of the deceased via the reading of his biography by his son, Adedapo Amoo, the Service delved into Bible readings, songs and sermon. One of the highlights of the Service was the prayers said for the repose of the soul of the dead, and for the fortitude to bear the loss for members of his family.

After the service, members of the family, selected members of the leity and officiating members proceeded with the remains to its final resting place within the premises of his residence. After a very short encouraging exhortation, the remains were committed to mother-earth amid solemn hymns and silent sobs.

The final part of the ceremony, which was the reception, was held at the Viva Continental Event Centre, Irese Apa Road, also in Ogbomosho, where guests were treated to sumptuous delicacies, good music and choice beverages.

Pa Amoo was born in 1937, and answered the call to glory in 2024. He is survived by his son, Adedapo Amoo and a host of others.

May his soul rest in peace!

Photos: Tunde Bolarinwa

Events

The Splendid Diamond Jubilee Celebration of Barr. Daniel Aramide

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5 months ago

July 28, 2024

Eric

By Eric Elezuo

The ancient city of Abeokuta was agog when celebrated lawyer and businessman, Barrister Daniel Aramide, pulled all stops to give himself a well deserved diamond jubilee bash.

The event, which took place in his palatial residence at Boldan House, Kemta Housing Estate, Zone II, Idi Aba, Abeokuta, Ogun State, was a beehive of activities as friends, colleagues, family members and well wishers came in their numbers to grace the spectacular event.

It was a moment of joy and visible emotion as the birthday boy beamed smiles after smiles and grinned from ear to ear in absolute ecstacy amid cheers from guests even as he danced away to the sonorous voice of music maestro, Yinka Ayefele, and tunes from the wheels of DJ Secxy, who rocked the house with a combination of oldies and present sounds.

The event, planned by Que-Brand Events, also made available plenty to eat and drink as Topsy Catering, Jimmysgrillz, Pop House Cocktails, Slot Films, Amala Iya Oyo, Sansan Pots Catering and Annidre’s Food were all on hand to serve both local and continent dishes as well as assorted beverages.

Among dignitaries in attendance were the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Abeokuta, HRM (Prof.) Saka Adelola Matemilola, Otileta VII; the Olowu of Owu Kuta, HRM, Oba Hameed Adekunle Makama Oyelude; Mrs. Funmi Kehinde, Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Omolola Odutola and friends from the United Kingdom.

A seasoned lawyer, Aramide graduated with LLB honors from the University of East Anglia in Norwich, England, and later attended the Nigerian Law School. He was called to the Bar in 1989, and afterwards, returned to England to start his law career, working in several organizations to gain valuable experience.

Barrister Aramide is also a qualified Notary Public, having completed two years of studies at University College London. His firm is based in Dagenham, East London.

He is married to Alhaja Aminat Bolupe Aramide and they are blessed with three children: Bola, Emmanuel and Olamide.

Photos: Segun Lawal

Events

Sights and Sounds from Bimbo Oloyede’s ‘Command Your Stage’ Book Presentation

Published

7 months ago

June 9, 2024

Eric

Photos by Koya Adegbite

Veteran broadcaster, Mrs Bimbo Oloyede, on Thursday, hosted a public presentation of her new book, Command Your Stage, at the Metropolitan Place, in Victoria Island.