Princess Margaret Adegolarin, Prince Adebowale, Siblings, Others Celebrate Father @ 90
By Dupson Collins, 23rd October, 2022
It was a celebration galore as families, children and well wishers from all walk of lives celebrated in grand style the 90th birthday of Prince (Engr) Victor Adekunle Adedeji Adesida in Akure, Ondo State Capital.
Engr Adekunle Adedeji is from the royal family of Adesida dynasty in Akure Kingdom.
The birthday paparazzi started from the celebrant resident as Baba was woken up from his bed with special birthday renditions on Sunday, 23rd October, 2022, amidst gifts presentation.
The birthday Thanksgiving Service was later held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cathedral where the nonenagarian was prayed for among praises from the church community.
Speaking with the PATH NEWS, the celebrant thanked God for sparing his life and giving him grace to celebrate 90th birthday in good health.
He thanked his children for celebrating him while still alive, asking God to grant them long life and prosperity.
In his words: ” I can’t but thank my children enough for celebrating me at 90. I have to go nude, praying and thanking my creator for sparing to this time. It can only be His Grace”.
Princess Margaret Adegolarin-Akindu, a United Kingdom based daughter of Baba said the children agreed to celebrate their father while alive, saying it is better to celebrate love ones’ while living than throwing lavish party at their demise.”
Dad is 90th today, nobody knows tomorrow; it is more honourable to celebrate him now which the children and family are doing”.
Princess Adegolarin said the love that radiated among his father’s siblings have been extended to the children and grandchildren, saying her father was alive today by God grace because the demise of his inseparable brother affected him.
She prayed for long life in good health, looking forward for the celebration of 100 years.
Prince Adebowale Adesida, said his father has no doubt live a fulfilled life at 90, saying he has come, saw and conquered a lot of battle in life.
He further said that, the restitution done by his father who is a Catholic gladden his heart, saying the ultimate is the life beyond and making it up with his creator.
In the same vein, Dr David Adedayo Adesida, a brother to the celebrant, described him as a generous and accomodating man, adding that the birthday party organized by the children is a way of saying thank you for all he has done.
Speaking, Prince Adesola Adedeji Adesida, the Obadua of Akure Kingdom described Baba as a living hero that is accommodating, loving and hold his family in high esteem.
Prince (Pastor) Adebukola Adesida one of the sons said the Grace of God kept and sustained their father to age of 90, describing it as uncommon grace.
” We never thought he will clock 90 because he became weak and sick after the demise of his brother that they shared great bond together but we thank God he is still strong and healthy at 90.
Prince Adebowale Adesida, Project Director of 9ja TV in Nigeria, said Baba is a living legend of the family, saying he is not surprised that Baba is celebrating 90th birthday because growing old is God’s grace being enjoyed by the family.
Ajiboye Beverly Adekemisola nee Adesida thanked God for keeping Baba alive till 90, noting that he was able to build bridges among the large Adesida family, praying for more healthier life for him.
Some children of the celebrant came from United Kingdom, Germany among others to be part of the history making birthday.
