By Seyifunmi Odunuga
The prestigious Mauve 21, Ring Road, Ibadan was Jampacked when the society’s big wigs stormed the event centre to honour the Manchester-based international gospel singer and the wife of Oyo State House of Assembly PDP candidate, honourable Yinka Omikunle, Bolaji Awoyemi Omikunle popularly called Beejay De Grace to celebrate her birthday and launch her new musical album, titled; “Ore Ofe” (Grace)
Ibadan-based top fuji musician, Alhaji Akande Adebisi popularly called Taye currency, was on the bandstand to usher in the celebrant, Mrs Bolaji Awoyemi Omikunle to the hall with his fuji music lyrics.
The cutting of the cake was the next in the program which was performed by the former deputy governor of Oyo State and national deputy Chairman, the People Democratic Party (PDP), Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja followed by the Launching of her musical album titled; Grace (Ore Ofe) in which the national deputy chairman, PDP, Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja donated hugely to support the dynamic gospel music singer.
Also Soji Olagunju, Hon. Stanley Olajide (Odidi Omo) representing Ibadan south-west constituency and chairman, Pacesetter Transport Company, Hon. Dare Adeleke also donated handsomely to support the musical career of Bolaji Omikunle.
After launching, the MC Taiwo Olusanya popularly called Obama called the celebrant to the dancing floor. With the music of the popular Ibadan-based juju musician, Yinka James (Adonai) who thrilled his fans at the occasion.
In an interview with the celebrant, by the popular queen of the red carpet, Fola Slim, Beejay, appreciated God for what he has done in her life and thanked all the dignitaries that graced the occasion.
Some of the dignitaries also showered Encomiums on the celebrant and prayed for long life and prosperity.
Other dignitaries at the occasion include Soji Olagunju, honourable Akeem Ademola Ige, Primate Soji Bakare, Chairman, 4real events centre, Oke Champion, Chairman, Sugarland Hotel and Suites, Barrister Lukman Akinola, Soji Adegbite, Chairman, Oyo Nuj, Comrade Demola Babalola and host of others.
The celebrant while thanking those who made the celebration a success disclosed that the day will forever remain indelible in her memory while also praying that God will continue to bless them.
“Your presence made the day an unforgettable one in my memory as you all come out in large number to honour me, I pray that God will bless you all”
“I am imperfect yet you love me with my flaws, you managed my shortcomings. I cherish and love you so much for attending my Birthday Celebration and Album launch party “Ore-Ofe” (Grace) and making it more special. I pray the Grace of our Lord God almighty will always abide with you”
Members of the celebrant’s extended family also turned out in large numbers to felicitate her.
