Ibadan, Oyo State – A star-studded gathering marked the 90th birthday celebration of Alhaja Rafatu Anike Ibiladun Adebayo, the mother of veteran journalist Sola Adebayo, held at the Jogor Event Centre in Ibadan on Saturday.
The event saw the presence of several prominent figures across various sectors. Delta State Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori was represented by Chief Thomas Ereyitomi, the member of the House of Representatives for Warri Federal Constituency.
Other notable political attendees included Hon. Ben Etanabene, representing Okpe, Sapele, and Uvwie Federal Constituency, and Hon. Julius Pondi, representing Burutu Federal Constituency.
The National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Dr. Chris Isiguzo, also graced the occasion, alongside other influential personalities such as billionaire businessman Chief Ayiri Emami and Commissioner for Works (Urban Roads), Hon. Reuben Izeze. Former DESOPADEC Chairman Prince Michael Diden, known as Ejele, and Engr. Matthew Tonlagha, Executive Director of FENOG, were among the distinguished guests.
The event further saw the presence of traditional rulers from the Yoruba Nation, including representatives from the Ooni of Ife’s court, who added to the grandeur of the celebration.
Other notable attendees included Olorogun Ese Kakor, National President of Neo Black Movement of Africa (NBM); Uvwie Council Chairman Olorogun Tony Ofoni; former House of Representatives members Dr. Chris Oghenechovwen and Olorogun Solomon Ahwinahwi; and former Warri South Council Chairman Dr. Micheal Tidi.
Media representatives and prominent figures from the industry, such as Managing Editor of Niger Delta Today Online Mr. Theophilus Onojeghen, former Delta NUJ Chairman Comrade Michael Ikeagwu, and Delta NUJ Chairman Comrade Churchill Oyowe, were also present. Chief Akpokona Omafuaire Esq. and businessman Mr. Peter Dunia, Executive Director of Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited, were among those in attendance.
The celebration was a recognition of the esteemed legacy of Alhaja Rafatu Anike Ibiladun Adebayo, bringing together a diverse array of leaders, professionals, and community members to honor her milestone birthday.
