Popular Urhobo music maestro, Chief Johnson Osetejovwore Oyibode Adjan the Ogburine clocked 80 years last Tuesday.
Adjan ruled the Urhobo music industry for decades from the early 1980s with narratives that were enchanting and melodious.
The Urhobo music crooner left no one in doubts as he wrote his name in gold via his lyrics that will continue to thrill people for a very long time.
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Renowned actress, Patience Ozokwo, popularly known as Mama G, has recounted how she almost lost her daughter, Chioma Nnenna Lameya Ozokwor at the age of 9.
Celebrating Chioma, who turns a year older on Sunday, Mama G narrated how she almost lost her daughter to the cold arms of death.
Sharing a video on her Instagram page that encapsulated cherished moments with her daughter, Patience Ozokwor reflected on a challenging time when her daughter, at the age of 9, faced a life-threatening situation.
She recounted the miraculous revival that occurred through God’s mercy, sharing the story of spending three months in the hospital while fervently praying for a miracle.
In marking her daughter’s birthday, Patience extended prayers and sincere blessings, expressing gratitude for the precious gift of her daughter’s life.
“Happy birthday to you, my precious daughter. This day always comes with beautiful memories of God’s blessings to us as a family. We almost lost you when you were 9, but mercy said no.
“I remember spending 3 months with you in the hospital and praying hard for a miracle that God graciously granted. I celebrate the greatness you are. Of course, a Lioness has to birth a Lioness.
“You bring me so much joy, my darling daughter, and I can confidently say that I have a best friend in YOU. You will always have my blessings, my girl.
“The womb that birthed you rejoices at your greatestness. We celebrate you today and always,” Patience Ozokwor wrote.
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Hon Eseme Eyiboh, Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has dismissed the itinerant literature of blackmail as the latest extract from the stables of Mr Jackson Ude on plans by friends of President of the Senate for his birthday.
In a rebuttal to Ude’s claims that the funding of the birthday is coming from the Senate and MDAs, Eyiboh challenged the author to show evidence or else gear himself for a date with the law for damaging the reputations of otherwise respectable persons in good standing in the society. Mr Jackson Ude should know by now that, being a fugitive can not shield a serial blackmailer from the long arms of the law.
Eyiboh who identified himself as a pivot in the coordination of the birthday affirmed that it was a purely private initiative from the friends and associates of the President of the Senate who consistently over the years come together to celebrate the timeless legacies of Akpabio, the destiny child. He as such affirmed that Ude not being a friend or associate could not have been privy to this yearly show of solidarity and uncommon brotherhood to a renaissance man.
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“Mr Ude who is certainly not a friend nor an associate of the President of the Senate has cooked up imaginations that extend the bounds of fantasy to apparently buttress his ranking in fiction writing.
“Unfortunately, in pushing his story on the plans that friends have for the Senate President, Ude has in his write-up encroached on the personal confidentiality of some of the friends of Senator Akpabio. It is a regrettable act of indiscretion picking up names of genuine friends of the President of the Senate in the hatchet job of character assassination of the distinguished President of the Senate and his close associates.
“As one of the friends deeply associated with the plans of the birthday, I affirm that the assertions of Ude including the tale of mopping funds from the Senate for the birthday are a cocktail of fabricated lies for which no serious person should rivet attention to.
“The birthday plans of the President of the Senate are well thought out plans from friends and associates from within and outside the National Assembly and funded from private sources even without the input of the President of the President.”
Hon Eyiboh as such called on all men of good reasoning to discountenance what he described as the frivolities of Mr Ude which he said were aimed at distracting from the plans to celebrate an uncommon man of destiny.
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Veteran Nollywood actor and comedian, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has celebrated his 62nd birthday in an undisclosed hospital.
A video posted on the actor’s official Instagram page @realmrIbu on Wednesday showed him in celebration, surrounded by his family members.
The comic actor was in hospital garments sitting on the bed, with a cart carrying his birthday cake and some drinks in his front, as his family members sang the ‘happy birthday song’ to him,
Okafor, evidently in discomfort, weakly muttered the song along while holding a knife in the cake.
The trending video has generated reactions from his fans, with many extending their goodwill messages, birthday wishes and “Get well soon” prayers to him.
Okafor, who hails from Enugu State, was born on Oct. 17, 1963, and he is reputed to have featured in over 200 Nollywood movies.
Some of his movies include Mr. Ibu (2004), Mr. Ibu and His Son, Coffin Producers, Husband Suppliers, International Players, Mr. Ibu in London, and Keziah, among others.
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Former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has described Rt. Hon. Friday Osanebi, his running mate in the March 18, 2023 gubernatorial election in Delta State, as a bold change agent that is always prepared to sacrifice personal comfort in the fight for a better society.
In a goodwill message to celebrate the one-time Deputy Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly on his birthday, Omo-Agege described Osanebi as a pride to the youth as he is always unwavering in his fight for responsive governance in Delta State.
The former Deputy Senate President who is gunning for governorship of Delta State under the All Progressives Congress (APC) alongside Osanebi noted in the message personally signed by him, that Osanebi is a leader that will not hesitate to sacrifice his personal comfort for a higher cause.
“In our campaign to rescue Delta State from years of the locust under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), a cause which, by the grace of God will be realised, Rt. Hon. Osanebi displayed uncommon passion, boldness and fighting spirit. These are attributes of a man truly committed to the enthronement of a better society. It is a cause we share deeply and, ultimately, God will restore our dear state and put it on the inexorable path of true greatness when we both take over the reins of government shortly”, Omo-Agege stated.
“I pray that our people, especially the younger generation will draw inspiration from your commitment to building a great Delta State. Happy birthday, my dear brother.”
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Sunny Areh
Media Adviser to Senator Ovie Omo-Agege
The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has urged his friends and political allies to refrain from placing birthday wishes on Newspaper pages.
Shettima gave the advice in a statement he personally signed and issued by Mr Olusola Abiola, Director of Information, Office of the Vice President, on Thursday in Abuja.
Shettima, who will turn 57 on Saturday, also advised his friends to stop utilising paid channels to convey their greetings in their endeavours to commemorate his birthday.
Shettima stated that the decision was made in the spirit of national commitment to responsible resource management and responsive governance.
He said: ” Dear friends and well-wishers, as we approach the anniversary of my birth on Sept. 2, I am utterly grateful for the warm wishes and kind sentiments that many of you have expressed over the years.
”Your thoughtfulness has touched my heart and has been a source of immense joy. I would like to take this opportunity to humbly request that you consider celebrating this occasion in a different way.
”In the spirit of our nation’s commitment to responsible resource management and responsive governance.
“I kindly ask you to refrain from placing birthday wishes on newspaper pages or utilising paid channels to convey your greetings.”
Shettima further asked his friends to join him in channeling their collective efforts towards a nobler cause.
He said: ”Instead of spending resources on such messages, I encourage you to contribute to the betterment of our society by donating to charity organisations in need or your preference, in our collective pursuit of a humane and functional world.
“Thank you for your understanding and for being my all-weather friends and allies. Warm regards.”
Mr. Peter Obi, Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party at the 2023 elections, says he can’t celebrate his 62nd birthday with over 327 Nigerians killed in Plateau and Benue this month.
Obi, however, humbly appealed to all those who desired to celebrate him with any kind of gifts, to look around them and extend such gifts to the people in need, especially in these difficult times.
Obi, who was a former governor of Anambra, made this known in a statement in Lagos on Wednesday.
Obi said he doesn’t have any reason to celebrate his 62nd birthday due to the present state of the country especially in Benue, Plateau.
He said: “Today marks my 62nd birthday but there will be no celebration because in this month so far, over 327 innocent Nigerians have been killed in Plateau, Benue, and other states in a reckless manner.
“There is far too much insecurity, violence, and bloodshed. This month alone over 200 lives have been lost to sustained violent attacks in Mangu LGA in Plateau.
“Similarly, in Benue, over 100 lives have been lost in recent times, the latest being 27 persons killed in Adogo Ugbaam, Akpuuna, and Diom communities in Ukum LGA.
“There are also many other cases of kidnappings and killings in different parts of the country. I want to celebrate in a New Nigeria where the lives and property of citizens are secured.
Obi said while he remained grateful to God for His infinite mercies, he still maintained his decision of over 20 years, that he would not celebrate his birthdays in today’s Nigeria, with the current state of the nation.
The entrepreneur said some of his friends, members of the Labour Party, and OBIdient family and supporters had asked how they could join him in celebrating that day, and even present some gifts.
The former governor, however, humbly appealed to all those who desired to celebrate him with any kind of gifts, to look around them and extend such gifts to the people in need, especially in these difficult times.
He said: “I urge them to visit hospitals, orphanages, and homes for the aged and people with disabilities, and offer them such generous gifts.
“They can also visit schools of basic studies in remote areas and support them with the basic amenities they need.
“Those who wish to do more can visit various IDP camps in different parts of the country.”
Obi said he intended to do the same, adding that aside from sharing his time and resources with the less fortunate people around him, he also planned to raise money for schools and hospitals.
The former governor said the sacrifices for a better Nigeria must now start from them, the leaders and the well-placed, adding that the state of the nation must give them cause to pause and ponder.
He said he wanted to celebrate in a productive Nigeria that could create opportunities for the youths and he wanted to celebrate in a Nigeria that worked for all and which Nigerians could be proud of.
According to him, this, and not my birthday, is the true celebration that will be beneficial to all Nigerians.
He noted that as Nigerians, they must always expand their imagination of the possible, believing as we do that a better Nigeria was possible.
Delta State Governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated a former Deputy Governor of the State, Chief Benjamin Elue, on his 83rd birth anniversary on June 6.
He described Chief Elue, who was Deputy Governor to Chief James Ibori from 1999-2007, as a renowned teacher and politician, whose humility, dedication and loyalty had continued to inspire younger generation of politicians and leaders.
He said that Chief Elue had remained loyal and committed to the unity and growth of the State and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the Governor joined family members, friends and associates in celebrating his remarkable life of service to the State and Country.
He remarked that Elue was a loyal patriot and administrator, whose invaluable service, particularly to Delta and its citizens, would remain green.
According to Oborevwori: “It is with great joy that I bring very warm felicitations to you on behalf of my family, the government and people of Delta as you clock 83 eventful and remarkable years on earth.
“As an octogenarian and elder statesman par excellence, you have continued to live an exemplary life of great impact with many outstanding accomplishments, especially as a former Deputy Governor of our dear State.
“As a State, we have been blessed with very loyal and dedicated Deputy Governors of which you are one.
“As a role model and outstanding patriot, you served our State and Country very passionately and contributed immensely to our party’s winning streak in your home local government area of Aniocha North and Delta North in general.
“As you deservedly celebrate your 83rd birth anniversary, I join your family to thank Almighty God for His guidance, protection and provision for you and wish you many more fruitful years in the service of God and mankind.”
Elder statesman and South-South leader, Chief Edwin Clark has called all Nigerians to shelve all differences and work toward the development of the country.
Clark, also a former Minister of Information and leader, Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), said this at a ceremony marking his 96th birthday in Abuja on Thursday.
“We are all one irrespective of our differences. Anybody that believes Nigeria should not be one, or we are one by mouth, or some people are oppressed, and intimidated, then there is no country.
“We cannot discriminate against our citizens. We must see ourselves as equal. That is what I’m fighting for.
“I’m a Nigerian. I will not keep quiet if my people are suffering. If one side of the country is suffering, I believe we all belong to this country,” he said.
Gov. Duoye Diri of Bayelsa supported Clark’s call for unity among Nigerians.
“I share in Clark’s fight for justice. The only way there will be peace is when there is justice and equity.
“We want to see a peaceful Nigeria and a just and equitable country where everyone will have a sense of belonging,” he said.
Prophetess Naomi Silekunola, former wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi has disclosed “giving the devil a punch right back in his face”.
TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Silekunola made the disclosure on her official Instagram page as she marked her 30th birthday on Saturday.
Revealing that life tested her, the former Ooni’s ex-queen also disclosed that she counts her 30th birthday as very significant.
She wrote: “The journey here has been beautiful. I can’t believe it’s three decades already. Yahweh has been faithful.
“Three decades didn’t happen without life testing me but with the grace of God so amazing, I gave the devil a punch right back in his face isn’t that grace?
“Now that I am on THE 3RD FLOOR, I count my 30th birthday as very significant, following in the footsteps of the one whose life was lived for others. A life of utmost sacrifice.
“So, I count all that I have done before now; the past 29 years of my life as preparation towards now and the future.
“Therefore, this new season would be a life of benevolence in the service of humanity far more than before, as I also continue the journey of self-improvement in all facets of my life.
“Finally, my dearest family, ardent followers and fans, the Lord Most High is about to blow our minds.
“It is going to be nothing like we have ever experienced before. Hear this, “God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early” (Psalm 46:5 KJV)”.
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