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Kaduna Socialite “Yetty Gold” Marks 40th Birthday, Holds Reception In Grand Style

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5 years ago

August 12, 2020

Kaduna Socialite and popular Educator, YETUNDE SOREMEKUN popularly known as “Yetty Gold” last Sunday marked her 40th birthday with friends, family members, and colleagues in a glamorous ceremony held at her Apartment in the Barnawa Area of Kaduna city.

The event themed “Fabulously 40fied” attracted the presence of distinguished personalities and Society big ladies who were present to celebrate their friend and sister as she turned 40.

The low key reception organized in accordance with COVID -19 guidelines recorded lots of fun activities, cutting across felicitation messages, presentation of gifts, dancing, photoshoots, and lots of appetizing meals.

The elated Celebrant expressed appreciation to God almighty for the grace of a new age and also thanked everyone who made out time to mark the significant day in her life.

An Educator par excellence, the celebrant promised to continue to impact lives and support the less privileged children in the society.

In her words: “I am most grateful to God Almighty for the privilege to celebrate at 40, I want to rededicate my life to the service of God and humanity.

“I want to thank my family, a few friends present, and well-wishers who have come to celebrate with me from far and wide. Thank you and God bless you”, a teary YETUNDE said.

Accolades and encomiums poured in from friends, colleagues, and well-wishers of how much YETUNDE had impacted them one way or the other.

The event was rounded off with a visit to the Orphanage home where the celebrant donated gifts, money and food items to the children

YETUNDE SOREMEKUN was born in the city of Kaduna Forty years ago to a Businessman father and an Educationist mother; she schooled in Kaduna, Bauchi, Anambra and graduated from the University with a degree in Business Administration. She is a businesswoman and a School Administrator. An advocate of compulsory Education for Children, she sits on the board of several NGOs and organizations that promote Child Education.

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Minister of Arts and Culture Pays Tribute to Late Highlife Icon Mike Ejeagha

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4 hours ago

June 7, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy mourns the passing of Nigeria’s highlife legend, Mike Ejeagha, who departed this life on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the age of 95.

The Minister extends condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Mike Ejeagha, in a statement issued on Saturday through her Senior Assistant on Media and Publicity Nneka Ikem Anibeze praying that his soul rests in peace.

Musawa describes the late icon as a legend whose contributions to Nigeria’s culture through music and folklore cannot be set aside.

“The nation has lost a treasure trove of cultural heritage and musical genius. Mike Ejeagha’s contributions to Nigerian music are immeasurable, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.

“Mike Ejeagha’s impact on Igbo culture and music is undeniable. His extensive discography, comprising over 300 recordings archived in the National Archives of Nigeria, is a testament to his dedication to preserving and promoting our rich cultural heritage.

“As we mourn the passing of this musical icon, we celebrate his life and legacy. May his music continue to inspire and educate future generations of Nigerians,” the Minister said.

Ejeagha’s distinctive style of Igbo folk music, which resonated across multiple generations, has earned him a revered place in Nigeria’s cultural history. His mastery of transforming Igbo folklore and proverbs into captivating musical narratives educated and entertained audiences, cementing his status as a custodian of oral tradition.

The Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy calls on Nigerians to join in paying tribute to this legendary musician and folklorist, honoring his memory by continuing to promote and preserve our cultural heritage.

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