COMRADE AYODELE ADEWALE, APC ORGANIZING SECRETARY, LAGOS STATE CHAPTER CELEBRATES CHIEF (MRS) BINTU FATIMA OMOSEFE TINUBU ON HER 80TH BIRTHDAY
By The Tochlight Africa News
It was indeed a day of celebration for the matriarch of Alhaji Kafaru Oluwole Tinubu dynasty as Chief (Mrs.) Bintu Fatima Omosefe Tinubu clocks 80th years on July 2nd, 2023 at the prestigious Eko Hotel.
The celebration witnessed the presence of esteemed guests, including The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu who had earlier paid a visit to the family home of Iyalode Bintu Tinubu to wish her a happy birthday. On arrival, he met Ajia Abah Awolowo-Folawiyo and Mr. Segun Awolowo her son.
The Governor of Lagos State; Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu and his wife later joined Dr. Obafemi Kadiri Hamzat, Deputy Governor of Lagos State and his wife at the Eko Hotel, the venue of the birthday celebration. Distinguished guest such as Mr. Wale Edun, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Monetary Policy; Governor Dapo Abiodun, Executive Governor of Ogun State, the White Cap Chiefs of Lagos representing the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu, led by the Opeluwa of Lagos, High Chief Lateef Aderibigbe Ajose; Alhaji Aliko Dangote, CEO Dangote Group of Companies; Alhaji Abdul Samad Isyaku Rabiu, Chairman BUA Groups; Chief Pius Akinyelure, board member NNPC Ltd; Alhaji Musiliu Smith, former Inspector General of the Nigerian Police; Mr. Tayo Akinmade Ayinde, Chief of Staff to the Governor of Lagos State; Senator Gbenga Daniels, fomer Governor of Ogun State; Senator Ibikunle Amosun, fomer Governor of Ogun State; Alhaji Lai Mohammed, former Minister for Information; Mr. Femi Otedola, Executive Chairman of Geregu Power PLC; Hon. Abike Kafayat Oluwatoyin Dabiri-Erewa OON, Chairman/CEO of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission; Chief James Ibori, former Governor of Delta State; Mr. Anthony Onyemaechi Elumelu CFR, Chairman Heirs Holdings and UBA Groups; Senator Daisy Danjuma, Rt. Hon. Fumilayo Tejuosho, Prince Andrew Eweka along with other prominent personalities from business, politics, and diplomatic corps, graced the occasion to extend their good wishes and celebrate Chief Mrs. Bintu Fatima Tinubu on this great milestone.
During the event, Mr. Wale Tinubu, an influential figure and mogul in the oil & gas industry, and CEO of Oando, praised his mother by sharing her inspiring life journey.
He spoke about how she became a renowned businesswoman and her remarkable achievements as a successful businesswoman. He further mentioned the affectionate relationship his mother Chief Mrs. Bintu Fatima Tinubu shared with his late father.
Mr. Tinubu humorously mentioned how their mother is a prayerful woman and disciplinarian.
Iyalode Tinubu, the daughter of a high-ranking traditional official, third in command to the Oba of Benin Kingdom, also took the opportunity to reflect on her early life, recounting her experiences growing up without a mother, as her mother died very early in life. She shared details of how she and her only sister worked hard to build their selves. She also mentioned how she met her late husband and how President Bola Ahmed Tinubu sought her permission before entering the political arena and explained how he wanted her to inform the family before venturing into politics. It was an unforgettable night filled with nostalgia and warmth.
The renowned King Sunny Ade, the king of juju music, enthralled the guests with his mesmerizing performance, creating an atmosphere of joy and delight.
During the event well-wishers and guests took the opportunity to express their heartfelt congratulations and good wishes for Alhaja Bintu Fatima Tinubu. The atmosphere was filled with warm greetings, admiration, good food and drinks and prayers for her continued good health, happiness, and success.
The event was concluded with closing prayers and the attendees joined in these prayers, expressing their hopes for many more prosperous and fulfilling years for Alhaja Bintu Fatima Tinubu.
