Top APC Politicians, Bizness Moguls Honour Him
Billings Way in Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos, came alive last week August 6th, 2021, charismatic former Lawmaker, Hon. Olusegun Olulade celebrated his 50th birthday with pomp. The colourful event took place at the magnificent 10 Degrees Event Center, situated on Billings Way, Oregun, Lagos. The event was well attended by top politicians, business moguls, Royal fathers, top society personalities and well wishers. Hon. Olusegun Olulade needs no introduction. He was a former Lagos Lawmaker who represented Epe constituency II. He had contested to represent Epe at House of Representatives but lost out at the primaries. But he will always be remembered as one of the most glamorous and accomplished Lawmakers while in the Lagos House of Assembly. Popularly known as Eleniyan, he had an eventful two terms while at the Lagos Assembly. He was a Lawmaker with many firsts. And he was always seeking to make life better for his people. His Mega Empowerment programmes remain unmatched even after he has left office. City People’s Senior Editor, WALE LAWAL (08037209290) was at the event to bring you the gist of all that went down, along with Photographer, FERANMI AYOADE.
ARRIVAL OF BIRTHDAY BOY AND HIS WIFE
The 50th birthday party of Honourable Olusegun Olulade aka Eleniyan which was held at the magnificent 10 Degrees on Billings Way, Oregun, Lagos, started a couple of hours behind schedule. It was scheduled to take off by 12 noon, but perhaps because of the heavy rains that lasted for hours, guests did not start arriving until much later in the day. But when it finally kicked off, it was on a powerful note. The birthday boy’s arrival into the hall along with his gorgeous looking wife caused quite a sensation in the hall. The couple had a massive crowd of people surrounding them such that you couldn’t see the celebrant and his wife. Everyone in the hall was on their feet, eagerly awaiting to get at least a glimpse of the celebrant. Adewale Ayuba was the musician on the band stand and he started with a powerful rendition to kick start the event.
AN ECSTATIC BIRTHDAY BOY AT HIS JOYFUL BEST
To say the birthday boy, Eleniyan, was ecstatic would be putting it mildly. Dressed in a glittering well cut navy blue Agbada, and with his wife by his side, he danced his heart out. To put it a bit more accurately, the celebrant danced like there would be no tomorrow. The handsome dude who looked way younger than his actual age, moved and grooved gingerly to the beats of the Bonsue Fuji king. Even his wife could not match him in the dance department, the birthday boy left her gasping for breath. In fact, it was as though Eleniyan was secretly ‘revenging’ for the way she too must’ve left him gasping for breath on their wedding day about 16-years ago. And indeed, it was sweet revenge.
MRS. MOSUNMOLA OLULADE’S YOUNG AND PRETTY LOOK
Anyone who knows Hon. Olusegun Olulade very well will tell you he’s a dashing looking man who knows how to dress well. Whether he’s dressed in English or native clothes, whatever he wears often sits pretty on his frame and fits him like a second skin. And he’s always looking fresh and younger than his age. Luckily for him, he married a woman who complements him in every way. She is equally an attractive woman, young looking and a stylish dresser too. Her glittering gown suited her figure nicely and brought out the youthful beauty in her. You will become even more impressed with her gorgeously youthful look when you get to know she’s a mother of three cute and playfully boisterous boys
TWO ABIRU BROTHERS DECLARE EARLY SHOWERS OF NAIRA RAIN
Usually, at events like this, you don’t get to see people getting all fired up right from the start to spray the celebrant that’s just stepping into the hall for the first time with money. They simply wait till its time for the celebrant’s dance before they unleash their crisp wad of naira notes on the celebrant. But not so for Hon. Olulade, the naira rain shower started from the very moment they arrived and stepped into the hall. And two of the Abiru brothers, Dele Abiru and Bankole Abiru preferably called Banky were two big boys who dazed the celebrant and his wife with crispy, sweet smelling N1,000 notes. It must’ve taken the couple a little over half an hour to finally make it to their seats. That was for how long the early rain lasted.
AYUBA AT HIS VERY BEST
The Bonsue Fuji King, Chief (Dr) Adewale Ayuba aka Mr. Johnson, was at his very best on this day. He never got a foot wrong. Every vocal note he took, along with the quality back up of his band boys, was on point. He sang his heart out. Looking dashing and ever young in a in nicely cut Guinea brocade native outfit, this multi award winning artiste showed why he has remained one of the most sought after Fuji acts in the country.
GBENGA ADEYING THE1ST AND AJOKE EWA-EDE ANCHORED EVENT
The event was anchored by the ever irrepressible and hugely loved comedian of the Federal Republic, Gbenga Adeyinka the 1st and the pretty Ajoke Ewa-Ede. From the chemistry they both shared on stage, it was obvious this was not the first time both anchors would be paired to co-anchor an event together. They did a fantastic job, each bringing his or her own style to the table without any deliberate effort to outshine the other.
ALHAJA SIKIRAT ABIMBOLA JAKANDE WAS MOTHER OF THE DAY
Alhaja Sikirat Abimbola Jakande, the widow of one of Lagos State’s most outstanding governors ever and an Icon whose legacies will remain indelible in the minds of Lagos, the late Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande, was mother of the day. The matriarch of the Jakande family was accorded the respect due her. Every top politician in the hall went to greet her. Not many know that her husband, Alhaji Lateef Jakande, was Hon. Olulade’s Hero and mentor right from when he was a young lad in secondary school.
HON. SOB AGUNBIADE SPEAKS HIGHLY OF ELENIYAN
After the opening prayer had been done, the Majority Leader of the Lagos House of Assembly, Hon. Sanai Agunbiade popularly called SOB was the first to step out and pay birthday tributes to the birthday boy. He said the one thing he loves about Eleniyan is his insistence on truth and honesty at all times. According to SOB, you can count on Hon. Olulade to deliver on any task given to him and he would even deliver beyond expectations.
THE ALARA OF ILARA’S REMARKABLE TRIBUTE
The royal father who led other royal fathers to the event was the Alara of Ilara, Oba (Dr.) Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo. He was elegantly dressed like the royal father that he is and he said quite nice things about the birthday boy when it was his time to pay tribute to the celebrant, Eleniyan. He said Hon. Olulade has always struck him as a respectful and humble young man. And like Hon. SOB, it was Eleniyan’s integrity that quickly got his attention about him. He added that Eleniyan was first his brother and then his son. And he wished him well. He went on to praise the celebrant’s amiable wife and prayed endlessly from the depth of his heart for the couple.
CELEBRANT’S WIFE PAYS GLOWING TRIBUTE
The adorable wife of the birthday boy, pretty Mrs. Mosunmola Olulade, was the next step to step out to say a few words about her husband. Usually, at her occasions like this, guests often look forward to hearing what the celebrant’s partner has to say about their spouse. The excitement is usually palpable. And Mrs. Mosunmola did not disappoint. She left no one in doubt as to the absolutely blissful marriage and home that she shares with her husband, Eleniyan. On her words, she said: “Its not because he is my husband, but I can tell you I have never met anyone so upright, sincere, selfless, loving, giving. Segun puts every other person before himself. In the home, he’s such a wonderful father. With the kids, he often turns himself into a kid too and plays with them. It’s amazing waking up to realize now that Segun is now 50 and everyone here can testify that he doesn’t look his age at all. He is my baby and
WHEN MRS. MOSUNMOLA OLULADE ‘SCATTERED’ THE HALL
While paying glowing tributes to her husband at 50, Mrs. Mosunmola Olulade, wife of the celebrant, dropped the bombshell that threw the entire auditorium into frenzy. At some point in between her speech, the delectable and extremely amiable woman who did not read from a prepared speech said: “Everyone can see that my husband looks young, he is 50 today but he actually looks like he is in his 20s, and I’m sure everyone can testify to that. But not only that, he is very, very active, very, very active. And the entire hall erupted into loud cheering and applauds for her candid description of the celebrant, her husband. She continued with her tribute, it was when she realized the cheering and applause had not gone down that she realized she had been misinterpreted. But trust this brilliant and confident woman, she paused in her tribute and stunned the already excited guests who were enjoying every line of her tribute when she said: “Well, well, I don’t know what you’re thinking about, but if you’re thinking about that one, yes, he is very, very active!” And this triggered loud chants of “Eleniyan! Eleniyan!” from the appreciative crowd of guests. She went on to call him baby, and added that she probably wouldn’t have been married if he didn’t marry her because he is the only man that can handle her. She described her hubby as a God fearing individual who puts God first in everything in everything he does.
CELEBRANT’S CHILDREN CELEBRATE DAD
Honourable Olusegun Olulade has three lovely boys, all cute as well and they all stepped on stage to celebrate their amazing dad in their different individual ways. First to celebrate their father was Seyi Olulade who did so with a soulful and impressive piano display. The young lad showed he has got tremendous skills on the piano and huge prospects as a pianist as well. The crowd appreciated him. While he was playing, his brother, Femi Olulade who rendered a poem he wrote titled, ‘My Super Hero’ began reading his poem. They both got a resounding round applause.
MC OLUOMO’S RISING PROFILE
When this celebrated socialite and top executive in the NURTW ranks, MC Oluomo, stormed the event, the entire atmosphere changed. Even the musician on the band stand, Adewale Ayuba, noticed the big personality that just stepped in with a large crowd following him and the moment he recognized who it was, he had to promptly acknowledge his presence. And it was remarkable to see that everyone on every table he approached rose quickly to their feet to greet him. For over ten minutes after he came in, he was still on his feet, greeting and shaking hands with guests and gladly accepting to take selfies with the dozens of people who requested to have one with him. Clearly, the man is loved and admired beyond words.
PRINCE BOLA OLATILO SUPERVISED CUTTING OF THE CAKE
The CEO and founder of BISCON, Prince Bola Olatilo, was the distinguished personality called upon to do the honour of supervising the cutting cake of the cake. As eloquent as ever, the veteran broadcaster did a fantastic job, carrying the entire crowd along. He praised the celebrant for his humility and respectfulness, saying Hon. Olulade would never see an elderly that he knows and not show respect to such person by almost prostrating flat on the ground. He asked the guests to spell LOVE and at the last letter, ‘E’, the celebrant and wife cut his cake.
AKINSIKU OF LAGOS, ALWAYS A LADIES MAN
Chief Adebola Olalekan Dosunmu, the Akinsiku of Lagos was also one of the guests who stood out. He was in his full Akinsiku white regalia and beads to go with it. He is always a favourite of the ladies and at Eleniyan’s birthday, it was no different. The ladies were leaving their tables in droves to go pay homage to him, asking for selfies. And he was ever so warm and friendly to them.
TOPE MARK ODIGIE, THE DANCING QUEEN
Popular YOUR VIEW presenter, Tope Mark Odigie, was also at the party. She attended with Nyma Akashat Zibiri and Morayo Afolabi Brown. But she was the most visible of the three ladies. She was on her feet, dancing all through to the music of Adewale Ayuba. Her lovely green lace dress fitted her well. Many probably surprised to see she’s actually that tall and pretty.
BABAJIDE KOLADE OTITOJU’S SON, AYOMIDE, PLAYED THE SAXOPHONE
The Group Controller, Current and Public Affairs at TVC, Mr. Babajide Kolade Otitoju’s son, 14 year old Ayomide Otitoju was also one of the acts who entertained guests at the event. The young boy is fast becoming a Prolific Saxophonist. He spent just a few minutes on the stage but everyone could see the immense potentials in him. He revealed that his dad bought him the Saxophone and has been his biggest supporter ever since.
LAGOS HOUSE OF ASSEMLY WELL REPRESENTED
Members of the Lagos House of Assembly were also very visible at the event. Led by the Majority Leader, Hon. SOB Agunbiade, the likes of Hon. Moshood Osun, Hon. Tobun Abiodun,
VENDORS AT THEIR BEST
At the 50th birthday party of Hon. Olusegun Olulade, MF Drinks took charge of the drinks, Bankress were the main caterers for the party, Amala Africana Special Dish provided the delicious Amala, De Royal Events were also on ground and they provided sumptuous meals.
ROLL CALL OF DIGNITARIES Oba(Dr.) Olufolarin Kayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara, MC Oluomo, Muyiwa Fagbemi, Dele Abiru, Hon. Adebimpe Akinsola, former Lagos, Commissioner, Banky Abiru, Chief Balogun Taofeek, Alase Oluweri Odo Ayandelo, Chief Mrs. Makinde Bukky, Chief Musiliu Badejo Odofin, Mrs. Lynda Onefli, Mrs. Monisola Niyi Odewale, Pastor (Mrs.) Funmi Akintan, Dayo, Ayoola- Johnson, Olufemi Malomo, Lukman Musa, Kola Erinosho, Alhaji Ganiyu Akintola, Mrs. Olwafemi Ifeshile, Akogun Gani Kayode Balogun (GKB) the Osi Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Dr. Abiola Ayankunbi, Ogechukwu Egbujor, Uchenna Ubakanma, Hon. Bayo Adewale, Hon. Adebayo Abiodun, Mrs. Adebayo Yetunde, Gbenga Adeyinka, Ajoke Ewa-Ede, Alhaja Sikirat Abimbola Jakande, Mr. & Mrs. Adegboyega Adepitan, Chief Reuben Ademola Olowu, Otunba Sesan Rufai, MD Goldmyne TV, Dr. Wale Ahmed, Hon. A.A. Yemisi –Coker, Alhaji Nurat Coker, Hon. Lanre Odubote, Hon. SOB Agunbiade, Bisi Bola – Akindele, Alhaji Oladeji, Alhaja Sikirat Abimbola Jakande, Babajide Kolade Otitoju, Hon. Rotimi Agunloye, Alhaji Jubril Obamewa, Foluke Daramola, Mosunmola Olulade, Hon.Bayo Balogun, House of Reps member, Ibeju-Lekki, Chief Wakle Mogaji, Chairman, Lagos Assembly Commission, Hon. Moshood Oshun, Hon. Tobun Abiodun, Barrister Kayode Oyemakinde, Peyemi Oretuyi, Nike Oretuyi, Temitope Goodluck, Hon. Motunrayo Adijat, Hon. Chief Mrs Aisha Bolarinwa, Aare Tomori Williams, the Aare Onikoyi of Yorubaland, Prince Fuad Oloto, Ceo Futol Homes, Hon. Moyosore Ogunlewe, Morayo Afolabi-Brown, Tope Mark Odigie, Nyma Akashat Zibiri.
