The ancient city of Ibadan, Oyo State capital, was on Wednesday, 2nd of August, 2023, agog as celebrities, prominent Nigerians, academic dons and high profile stakeholders from different walks of life converged to honour fast rising Nollywood actress, Busayo Aderoju Orioke Alamu, popularly known in the entertainment circle as ‘Omo Ologo’ as she celebrated her birthday.
Held at Rofel Hotel, Are Avenue, Bodija, located in the highbrow part of Ibadan, the largest city in West Africa, South of the Sahara, the birthday celebration will go down in history, particularly in the entertainment industry, as one of the social events that attracted the movers and shakers of the society.
The event commenced on a spiritual note in the early hours of the day as the celebrant’s mother, Mrs. Adedamola Orioke and husband, Professor Josiah Alamu, Pastor Tayo Olasupo and celebrity journalist, Seyifunmi Odunuga, otherwise known as ‘Chicago’ prayed for “Omo Ologo.”
This was followed by a grand reception at Rofel Hotel around 4:00 p.m, where Alhaji Sina Olawoye, offered the opening prayer before the ‘birthday girl’ was ushered into the expansive venue.
Reading the profile of Busayo, which was done by the compere, Seun Oyelowo, after the introduction of dignitaries, guests were not hesitant to appreciate her with resounding applause
Sharing his thoughts during an interview with Journalist, Omo Ologo’s hubby, from Nova Southeastern University, Florida, in the United States of America, described his wife as a virtuous woman with courage and passion for success, noting that “her intelligence, beauty and humility are appealing.”
Alamu stated: “I am proud to have a diligent and very supporting wife, who always challenges me to reach the best. Even at this stage, Aderoju has always shared her wisdom with me and she’s incredibly engaging. To be honest with you, I don’t think I can find a better woman than her. I really do love her.”
Recalling a period he wanted to quit his job, the academic posited: “My wife was the one who told me to wait and face the challenge, but now I thank God. So, in a nutshell, that kind of a woman is very scarce. I live distance away, but I am not worried, but comfortable because she knows where I am. I want my wife to be a big celebrity, somebody that will be famous not only in Nigeria, but across the world. I want some younger people to learn from her story and pick as their role model.”
Reminiscing how he met her, Alamu disclosed that “I think about two years ago, a Yoruba movie came out titled: “Abawon” (stain). For me I love Yoruba culture and promote it heavily in America. So, I watch Yoruba movie very well. When I was watching “Abawon” she played a role in that movie, the main role that really caught my attention. In that role, she was the only woman who stayed with a man battling with fake epilepsy” Warapa” just because he wanted a good wife.
“All women that dated him left him, but it was only my wife that stayed with him with the challenge. Not knowing that it was fake epilepsy. So something came to my mind that if a woman like her can act this role definitely, she can be a good wife.
“After watching the movie, I started searching for her number on internet. I called the director of the film, who gave me her Instagram handle and I went to her Instagram page to get her and came to Nigeria to meet her. That was how it started.
“Now we have gotten married. Glory to Almighty. Although, we have our challenges, but thank God we are able to overcome the challenges.
Also speaking to Journalists, Busayo, who was exuding joy and happiness said: “I feel so much elated and happy for the surprise birthday organised for me. Thanks to my husband, my mum and my darling father, Seyi Chicago, thank you very much.”
According to her, “I am an actress and my husband saw some of my movies, and messaged me through my director, so that was how me met. You, know life is full of ups and downs, but I won’t lie to you my man is an amazing man. With the help to God, we are copping and everything have been wonderful.”
She added that “I have never seen him getting seriously angry, but when he gets angry like two, three to five minutes, that’s all. And most time when he gets angry, he comes back to me again and apologises instead of me to apologise to him.”
On her career, Busayo said: “I won’t say I am very active and outspoken someone, but acting is my passion. I have featured in many movies such as “Abawon” (stain) produced by my friend, Peter Adeagbo, “Oga Okunrin” produced by Jomiloju Olumbe “Iyawo Baba e” produced by Rose Odika. Hmmmm, there’s a movie produced by Iyawo Osun have forgotten the titled and many more.
The award winning Ripples Catering and Event services dazzled the dignitaries and guests with their sumptuous local and international dishes.
Muyiwa Flash Band was on the bandstand, while Apreel1 Events Management and Tv packaged and covered the event.
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