Christianah Alade (Intern)
The wife of Oke-Ona Egba, Oba Dr. Adedapo Tejuoso, Olori Omolara Tejuoso has marked her 75th birthday in grandstyle and reflected on her family life which she described as largely peaceful, enjoyable and fulfilling.
Penpushing reports that the Olori was joined at the colourful ceremony held at Marque Events Centre. Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta, Ogun State Capital by her husband, family members and well-wishers within and outside the state
The celebrator expressed gratitude to God for bringing her this far, stating that the 75 years had come with their share of challenges but had ultimately been characterised by more joyful moments than difficult ones.
“By the grace of God, 75 years have been easy, enjoyable and lovely. As we know, the journey of life has ups and downs, but I can say the ups have been more than the downs’, the celebratant said.
Penpushing further reports that reports that the birthday woman, who has spent more than 50 years in the Tejuoso family, appreciated her husband for his kindness and support, as well as her fellow Oloris which include Yetunde and Olabisi Tejuoso, for their love, care, cooperation and tolerance.
The celebrator explained that her relationship with the two women was not entirely new when they became family, noting that she had already been connected to their families before their eventual union.
Penpushing reports that she affirmed that the peaceful relationship often admired by outsiders does not mean disagreements never occur, stressing that occasional misunderstandings are natural even among biological siblings.
“People say we don’t fight and there’s cooperation, but what they don’t know is that even siblings of the same mother fight. Of course, fight will occur sometimes, but God help us,” she said.
Penpushing further reports that she equally attributed the peaceful atmosphere in the family to the proper upbringing of the children, describing the monarch as a responsible father and husband with wonderful children
The Olori confirmed that she has been in the Tejuoso family for over 50 years and it has been a peaceful place because the children are well trained, while she used the occasion to encourage guests to maintain their relationship with Christ, saying faith had helped her navigate life’s difficult moments.
Penpushing also reports that earlier at the thanksgiving service, prayers were offered for the celebrant and her family, with the cleric praying for long life, continued protection and the opportunity to enjoy the fruits of their labour.
The son of the celebrant Prince Kayode Tejuoso described her as a pillar of strength to the family, praising her for her support and wise counsel, while the grandchildren, Ayobami and Jesutofunmi Tejuoso, described her as the best grandma, appreciating her constant support and presence in their lives.
Penpushing reports that the celebration attracted prominent personalities, including Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engineer Noimot Salako-Oyedele; Ambassador Sarafa Tunji Ishola; Senator Ibikunle Amosun and his wife, Olufunsho; Otunba Gbenga Daniel and his wife, Yeye Olufunke; Akarigbo of Remoland, Oba Dr. Babatunde Adewale Ajayi; Agoro of Egbaland, Chief Doja Adewolu; and Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Oba Saka Adelola Matemilola, among others.
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