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Glamorous Engagement Ceremony Between Oreoluwa Kolawole and Ifedapo Atinmore in Lagos

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By Oladapo Timilehin.                                              Photos: Funmilayo Adeyemi

It was the best day on earth for the Kolawole and Atinmore families when their adorable children, Oreoluwa Mobolaji Kolawole and Ifedolapo Oluwaseyi Atinmore, were joined as one in royal matrimony at the Habour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos. The massive engagement ceremony was witnessed by society buffs and the general public.

Bankole Omisore and Bride, Oreoluwa Kolawole

The ceremony which was a typical outflow of love, glamour, colour, and culture was hosted by the families of Dr and Mrs. Kolawole and Engineer and Mrs. Atinmore, the parents of the groom and bride respectively. There were no dull moments as the Yoruba wedding traditional rites were in full swing all through.

Couple with Groom’s Parents

Featuring the best of Yoruba culture as exemplified by Odogbolu and Ijebu Ode nationalities, the event started with an opening prayer by Mrs. Bola Bakare. After this, the master of ceremony took charge and kept the audience happy and asking for more.

CEO of Sujimoto Group of companies, Sijibomi Ogundele, Couple & Bankole Omisore

As it is the norm, the groom’s family danced joyously in to meet the equally happy family of the bride who welcomed them with gusto. And having respectfully paid homage in kind and dished out thanks for their acceptance, the groom’s family took their seats while the exchange of pleasantries continued in readiness for the arrival of groom.

Oloori Ekundayo Esther Onagoruwa, Alaye of Odogbolu, Oba Adedeji Onagoruwa, groom, Ifedapo Atinmore & Mr. Kolawole

It was not after that the man of the moment, the handsome son of the Kolawole family, decked in navy blue agbada, and looking stylishly radiant, in company of his friends, who were dressed in their sparkling white attires of different trends, made his way into the hall. It was indeed a stylish arrival with a large entourage, and the reception was loud with a bang.

Bride’s parents, Mr. & Mrs. Kolawole

Immediately he got to the place his in-laws were seated, as expected from a well groomed Yorubaman, he prostrated in respect. And, his friends joined, forming a large carpet of human backs. Their action was an exhibition of responsibility and respect which is sacred in Yoruba culture.

Members of the Bridal Train

Then the rain of prayers started, with the Kolawole family taking the lead. The parents of the groom and elders in the family followed in that order. Without iota of doubt, the elegant was enjoying a blessed and joyful day. It was not hard to imagine. It was written all over his smiling face.

Groom’s men

Then the much expected moment came. Accompanied by her beautiful friends and the music of the guest artiste, Segun Johnson, the resplendently dressed bride danced into the venue, stealing the show as she displayed her beauty in her dance steps. She was very good at it. One step at a time, like a princess, she danced majestically to the centre of the arena.

The bride’s mother receiving the certificate

Like they prayed for the groom, the bride equally got spiritual fortification from her parents. While her mother was praying for her, the father, Dr. Oloruntole Kolawole, couldn’t hold back his tears, and let them fall freely. Members of the Atinmore family also gave their prayers to the bride. It was after this that she was allowed to identify and be with her husband.

The couple in ‘Love in Tokyo’ mood

After the engagement rites were conducted, a beautiful reception that saw the groom and bribe changed to beautiful white attire, took place in the same venue.

Without any form of ado, the happily married couple took the dance floor by storm, with love written all over their faces. Segun Johnson gave them the African beats that gladden the soul.

The bride receiving prayers from a family member

The Master of Ceremony, Larry J, controlled the event in grand style. On the wheel of steel was the famous DJ Neptune, who gingered everyone’s spirit with his special mix of different beautiful Nigerian songs from Afro-pop to hip-pop.

The groom being led in by friends

Some of the dignitaries that graced the event were Oba Deji Onagorunwa of Odogbolu who happens to be the groom’s uncle, Ambassador Bayo Ladipo, Prince Seni Kosoko, Arch Dunni Opayemi, amongst other.

The couple dance

Indeed, this classy occasion will forever remain evergreen for both families, their friends and well-wishers.

Mrs. Atinmore & Mrs. Kolawole

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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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By Eric Elezuo

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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