It was a memorable day for the Nigerian community in the UK, particularly sons and daughters of Osun and Ijesaland, as they gathered to celebrate the 50th birthday of Akin Obembe, a respected member of both the Osun State Union and the Ijesa Union in the UK.
Born in Igangan-Ijesa, Osun State, Mr. Obembe has over the years built a reputation as a unifying figure within the diaspora community, actively supporting cultural preservation and strengthening ties between Nigerians abroad and their roots at home.
The golden jubilee celebration drew a high-profile crowd of community leaders and professionals.
Among those present were Mr. Tunde Falode, President of the Osun State Union; Barrister Falode, Legal Adviser of the Union; Prince Sunday Adewusi, Vice President of the Union; and Bobakeye Joshua Ogundipe, alongside several others who came to honour the celebrant.
In his remarks, Chief Obembe expressed deep gratitude to God for the gift of life and for sustaining him through five decades.
He also appreciated his family, the Ijesa community, his church members, colleagues, and friends for their unwavering support and solidarity, noting that the celebration was as much about thanksgiving as it was about fellowship.
Chief Obembe further reflected on the journey of life, describing it as a mixture of trials and triumphs that had shaped him into the man he has become.
He encouraged younger generations of Nigerians in the diaspora never to forget their cultural roots, stressing that identity is strength and heritage is a priceless inheritance.
He also urged unity among Ijesa sons and daughters, both at home and abroad, noting that only through collective effort can their community achieve meaningful progress.
He emphasized that the milestone of turning 50 was not just a personal achievement but also a call to greater responsibility, pledging to continue contributing to the welfare of his people, supporting his church, and promoting Nigerian values wherever he finds himself.
The occasion was filled with goodwill messages, cultural expressions, and lively entertainment from Tunde Stainless, leaving many guests describing it as a fitting honour for a man whose life reflects both service and grace.
It was a memorable day for the Nigerian community in the UK, particularly sons and daughters of Osun and Ijesaland, as they gathered to celebrate the 50th birthday of Akin Obembe, a respected member of both the Osun State Union and the Ijesa Union in the UK.Born in Igangan-Ijesa, Osun State, Mr. Obembe has over the years built a reputation as a unifying figure within the diaspora community, actively supporting cultural preservation and strengthening ties between Nigerians abroad and their roots at home.The golden jubilee celebration drew a high-profile crowd of community leaders and professionals. Among those present were Mr. Tunde Falode, President of the Osun State Union; Barrister Falode, Legal Adviser of the Union; Prince Sunday Adewusi, Vice President of the Union; and Bobakeye Joshua Ogundipe, alongside several others who came to honour the celebrant.In his remarks, Chief Obembe expressed deep gratitude to God for the gift of life and for sustaining him through five decades. He also appreciated his family, the Ijesa community, his church members, colleagues, and friends for their unwavering support and solidarity, noting that the celebration was as much about thanksgiving as it was about fellowship.Chief Obembe further reflected on the journey of life, describing it as a mixture of trials and triumphs that had shaped him into the man he has become. He encouraged younger generations of Nigerians in the diaspora never to forget their cultural roots, stressing that identity is strength and heritage is a priceless inheritance. He also urged unity among Ijesa sons and daughters, both at home and abroad, noting that only through collective effort can their community achieve meaningful progress.He emphasized that the milestone of turning 50 was not just a personal achievement but also a call to greater responsibility, pledging to continue contributing to the welfare of his people, supporting his church, and promoting Nigerian values wherever he finds himself.The occasion was filled with goodwill messages, cultural expressions, and lively entertainment from Tunde Stainless, leaving many guests describing it as a fitting honour for a man whose life reflects both service and grace.
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