The residence of Professor and Mrs. Foluso Okunmadewa on Awolowo Avenue, near Obokun Guest House, Ilesa, Osun State, came alive on Friday morning, December 26, 2025, as family members, friends, and well-wishers gathered for the 17th edition of the annual Fellowship and Celebration of Jesus.
The yearly event, which has become a cherished tradition, brought together esteemed elders, relatives, and associates to give thanks to God for life, preservation, and divine victories recorded over the years. Participants reflected on the year 2025 as one marked by triumphs and blessings despite its challenges, with testimonies of good health, progress, and elevation shared among attendees.
Delivering the exhortation at the fellowship was Pastor Olumide Daramola of the New Covenant Church, Onireke, Ibadan, Oyo State. In his message, Pastor Daramola urged believers to “number their days” and continually return God’s glory to Him. He reminded the congregation that humanity remains “more than conquerors,” having overcome each day of the year by God’s grace. Quoting scriptures including Isaiah 42:8 and Psalm 42, he emphasized thanksgiving, praise, and gratitude as vital responses to God’s goodness, stressing that praise should replace discouragement regardless of circumstances.
The fellowship also featured moments of recognition and thanksgiving for notable milestones. Special mention was made of the late Pastor Mrs. Awe, a former minister at the fellowship, whose husband was present to honor her memory. Several individuals were celebrated for milestone birthdays, particularly 70th anniversaries, including Asiwaju Yinka Fasuyi, Dr. Oladimeji Alo, Mr. Akinloye Ajayi-Obe, Mr. Laoye Ogbara, Chief Mrs. Kehinde Omiwale, Mrs. Funmilayo Oyediran, Hon. Onigbogi, Alade Falomo (in absentia), and Mr. Kola Komolafe, among others. Others were recognized for their 60th birthdays and years of faithful participation in the fellowship.
Felicitation was extended to Prof. Ambassador Isaac Adewole for his appointment as a non-carrier Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and for his support and encouragement.
Academic achievements were also celebrated, with commendations for graduates who distinguished themselves, including Adeolu Adetunji, Jomiloju Ojo, Bolaji Mohammed, Ayomide Awoniyi. Also, Tosin Adetunji, for graduating with first-class honors and Tolulope Awoniyi's first-class honors in London.
Another highlight of the fellowship was the recognition of the newly wed Mr. Oladokun & Mrs Oladoyin Oyegbemi; Oladoyin is the daughter of Mrs Yomi Mohammed nee Okunmadewa.
Prayers were offered for families, the nation, and continued peace in Nigeria. Pastor Awe led prayers of thanksgiving and mercy, while Pastor Mrs. Yemisi Eso (née Okunmadewa) prayed for families and unity across the country.
The spiritually uplifting gathering came to a joyful close as participants celebrated the day in warm fellowship, sharing a sumptuous breakfast and exchanging goodwill, laughter, and thanksgiving in an atmosphere of love and gratitude.
Distinguished personalities of the 17th Ilesa Breakfast fellowship included the new generation Ijesa elites that featured Chief Akinwande Akinola, Sawe of Ilesa and wife, Asiwaju and Yeye Asiwaju Yinka Fasuyi, Looja Dr. Adetayo Haastrup and wife, Dr. (Col rtd) Akin Moses and wife, Prof. Kolawole Kazeem, Dr. Toyin Oladeji and wife, Mr. Bosun Falore, Rev. Lowo Adebiyi, Dr. Biodun Ogunbeku to mention just a few.
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