Esteemed personalities from all spheres of life gathered in large numbers on Saturday to celebrate the first birthday of Reign Emmanuel, the son of Alema of Warri Kingdom,
Chief Emmanuel Oritsejelomi Uduaghan and his beloved wife, Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
The event took place at the Abuja residence of Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who had previously contested as the senatorial candidate for the Kogi Central senatorial district in the last general elections.
This celebration followed the child’s earlier dedication ceremony, which was held at the Alema of Warri’s country home in Asaba, Delta State on July 8, 2023.
Distinguished personalities in attendance included Senator Jimkuta, Chief of Staff to the Senate President, Chief Sylvester Okonkwo, former Deputy Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Dr. Philips Salawu, and former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John Odigie Oyegun.
Also in attendance were the Social Democratic Party (SDP) gubernatorial candidate in the forthcoming Kogi State governorship election for November 11, 2023, Muritala Ajaka, the former Clerk of the National Assembly, Alhaji Ataba Sani Omolori, and renowned Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson, accompanied by her husband, Prince Odianosen Okojie, popular comedian, Bovi Ugboma,
among others.
The event was marked by several highlights, including the formal introduction of the distinguished guests, a ceremonial cake cutting, a joyous children’s party, and a photography session with the esteemed attendees.