By: Joshua Adinoyi 

It was the gathering of who is who in the Society as dignitaries from all works of life gathered at the Hiltop Hotel and Suites, Okene, in Kogi Central axis of Kogi State, to celebrate with Hajiya Hajarat Eneyiamire Mamman, wife of the OHI of Okene, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Isah Mamman Okatahi who celebrated her 60th Birthday and Retirement from Civil Service.

The expectations of family members, friends, dignitaries and other well wisher was that of an Old School Music to welcome the celebrant to the stage but Hajiya Hajarat Eneyiamire Mamman, caught the audience by surprise as she demanded that the Disc Joker (DJ) play the popular Kiss Daniel’s song, “BUGA”

Hajia Hajarat Eneyiamire with her astonishing moves, demonstrated all the styles involved in the BUGA dance amidst cheers, as her family members and some few close allies, joined her.

As a royal Celebration, royalty filled the atmosphere as the OHI of Okene, HRH, Alhaji Isah Mamman Okatahi, in his regalia, joined his lovely wife, Hajiya Hajarat Eneyiamire Mamman, in the cutting of cakes presented to her by her children and grand children.

In an interview with her husband, the OHI of Okene, HRH Alhaji Isah Mamman Okatahi, described the show of love by the people through the large turn out as overwhelming, saying that “I don’t know what we have done to deserve this kind of love, the mammoth crowd really surprised me and I am very grateful to the people who came out to celebrate with my lovely wife”

HRH Isah Okatahi, explained that the Month of January 2023 is a different month for him and his family, as he celebrated his birthday, his wife’s birthday, gave out his daughter in marriage, marked his 42nd wedding anniversary among other goodies ahead before the closure of the month.

The Traditional Ruler also appreciated the large turn out of people to the wedding ceremony of his daughter, praying Allah to bless everyone with reasons to continually rejoice.

HRH Alhaji Isah Mamman Okatahi, extended his appreciation to the State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello for his security efforts in the State, saying that all Celebration can only take place in the atmosphere of peace and tranquility.

The Ohi of Okene prayed Allah to continue to strengthen the Governor and his cabinet members to sustain the good works he’s been doing in the State, calling on the people to continue to live peacefully with one another.

Speaking on behalf of the Children, a daughter of the celebrant, Princess Atika Mamman Ajanah, described her mother as a beautiful, adorable and patient woman who stands by her words at all times.

“My mum is a honest and straight forward person, in fact, she’s one of the few women I know who doesn’t lie, even if it is for her to lie to save a life, she will not do it

“She is very supportive, she’s been a supportive woman to my dad and the best upbringing we can ever ask for has been given to us by my mother” Princess Atika said.

Princess Atika noted that the celebrant is a goal getter who took out time to teach her children the differences between a goal getter and a desperado, stressing that they have taken after her – the never give up spirit.

She prayed to Allah to grant her long life, peace of mind, sound health and more wisdom in the days ahead.

A friend of the celebrant, Hajiya Fatima Sadiq, described Hajiya Hajarat Eneyiamire Mamman as a woman with the heart of gold who is committed to putting smiles on the faces of others.

Hajiya Fatima prayed Allah to continue to protect and bless her and her children, saying that it was a pride for ones children to rally round to celebrate their children.

Similarly, Ahmad Mamman, in his remark, noted that the celebrant is a woman of virtue, a caregiver and a mother to all.

Ahmad pointed out that Hajiya Hajarat Eneyiamire Mamman remain a Pathfinder with the interest of others at heart, praying Allah to continue to be with her always.

The celebrant, Hajiya Hajarat Eneyiamire Mamman, could not hold back joy, as she poured Encomiums on her darling husband, the OHI of Okene, HRH, Alhaji Isah Mamman Okatahi, describing him as a kindhearted personality.

Hajiya Hajarat asserted that whatever height she has gotten to in the society, is traceable to the commitment of her husband is always there for her at all times, commending him for his commitment towards ensuring they raise children that have become agents of change in the society.

She appreciated everyone that took out to celebrate with her, praying Allah to bless and reward them in all ramifications.

Hajiya Hajarat narrated that 60 years down the line, has been Allah’s doing, appreciating the Maker of all things for always granting her the strength needed to carryout tasks.

The celebrant who has spent 42 years in marriage, explained that patience, understanding, good communication skills, are important tools in ensuring a successful home, calling on young ladies and couples to imbibe such virtue.

After a meritorious service, Hajarat Eneyiamire Mamman, retired from the Kogi State Civil Service as a Bursar at Kaiso.

Highlight of the event include testimonies of the good deeds of the celebrant, cutting of cakes and dance.