Elder (Mrs) Maria Ashabi Faniyi cutting her 70th birthday cake.
It was a day of honour for Mrs Maria Ashabi Faniyi, popularly called , ‘Iya Elepo’, a senior member of the the United African Methodist Church (UAMC), Eleja, Igbogbo, on Saturday, March 6, 2021, as children, family members and friends gathered to celebrate her 70th birthday anniversary.
The celebrant is a devoted Christian, lovable mother and popular community woman.
The party held at her home at Ayegbami in Igbogbo was attended by the chieftains of the Olu – Odo family, Providence Society, Ladies Christian Guild, Yewa Sisters Club, De – Vanguard and players of the All Stars FC among others.
Children joining Elder (Mrs) Maria Ashabi Faniyi popularly called ‘Iya Elepo’ in cutting her 70th birthday cake.
Alhaji Olwale Amusa, the Chief Executive Officer of HOMAT Groups of Schools, lgbogbo, who coordinated the cake cutting, described the celebrant as a good mother and great community woman who honours and respects everyone.
The educationist wished the celebrant long life in good health and happiness.
A chieftain of Olu – Odo family of Igbogbo, Elder Olusola Faniyi, in his own remarks, said that the celebrant has been a good wife to his late brother (late Chief Faniyi) and the family at large.
Elder (Mrs) Maria Ashabi Faniyi popularly called , ‘Iya Elepo’ in group photograph with children and grand children.
Also, the representative of the Providence Society, Mrs Aderonke, while speaking about the celebrant, described her as epitome of respect, honour and care.
Mrs Eyikogbe, who spoke on behalf of Yewa Ladies, stated:
Alhaji Olwale Amusam CEO HOMAT Group of Schools coordinating the cutting of the 70th birthday cake of Elder (Mrs) Maria Ashabi Faniyi popularly called , ‘Iya Elepo’ in Igbogbo.
“She’s a wonderful woman, soft spoken and doesn’t get angry at all. She always looks out for people and shows care for everyone. She is a great woman that always looks for peace wherever she is”.
Another representative of the Yewa Ladies in her tributes, said:
“She’s a lovable woman, very caring and supportive. A very good friend”.
Providence Society of the United African Methodist Church (Eleja), igbogbo with the celebrant.Mrs Opemipo Faniyi (standing 2nd left) in group photograph with friends at the 70th birthday of Elder (Mrs) Maria Ashabi Faniyi popularly called , ‘Iya Elepo’ Yewa Sisters with celebrant.Elder (Mrs) Maria Ashabi Faniyi popularly called , ‘Iya Elepo’ (middle) being ushered by friends into the ceremony ground during her 70th birthday celebration in Igbogbo on Saturday.Mr Tolu Faniyi, son of the celebrant (middle) clinking glasses with her mum (right) in toast to her birthday. With them them, Dragon Ewulogbo, a rap artiste (left) who anchor the ceremony. Mrs Opemipo Faniyi (3rd left) with friends.Daughters – inlaw joining Elder (Mrs) Maria Ashabi Faniyi popularly called , ‘Iya Elepo’ in cutting her 70th birthday cake.Cross section of guests at the ceremony.Cross section friends, family members and well – wishers at the 70th birthday ceremony of Elder (Mrs) Maria Ashabi Faniyi popularly called , ‘Iya Elepo’ in Igbogbo on Saturday.Cross section of chieftains and members of All Stars FC and De Vanguard at the ceremony.,Chieftains and members of the All Stars Football Club of Igbogbo and De – Vanguard at the 70th birthday ceremony of Elder (Mrs) Maria Ashabi Faniyi popularly called , ‘Iya Elepo’ on Saturday.
