Dignitaries, guests, friends, and well wishers came from Africa, Europe, and North America to celebrate Mrs. Angela Esiekhagbe’s surprise 50th birthday party in grand style. Held privately in Roswell, GA on December 27, 2014 by the celebrant’s husband, General Cecil Esiekhagbe.

The tables, and chairs were beautifully decorated with royal purple, and antique gold, the chandeliers surrounded with a panel of white, purple, and a hint of gold ceiling decoration. Guests tables were lavished with the finest wines, champagne, and liqueur.

In attendance were: The deputy Consul General and Staff of the Nigerian Consulate, Admiral Joe Aikhomu, Chief & Mrs. GC Nweze, Dr Victoria Okojie, Former Super Eagles Coach, Samson Siasia, Bar Anthony Egbase, Chris Erewele, Ken Erewele, Prince Henry Iseghohi, Vasco Momodu, Andy Ighile, Mr & Mrs Abraham Eichie, Austin Okoruwa, Henry Omodiagbe, Austin Agboinfo, Kingsley Jatt, Mrs Doris Braimah, Haj Aisha Aliyu, Mrs Vivian Okojie, Mrs Doris Theman, Bar Chi Chikwendu, Mrs Tammy Welli, Mrs. Oyovwi Attah, Dr. Charles and Chitu & family to name but a few.

The event proceeded with an opening prayer, opening remarks by The Esiekiagbe’s family, Mrs. Esiekhabge’s siblings, and  Chairman of the occasion, Admiral Joe Aikhomu. Guests were entertained by Comedian MC Rhema, including performances by The Grass Root Band, and OKO as they sat enjoying the buffet style Nigerian cuisines, continental dishes, and drinks being served by professional chefs, banquet servers, waitresses, and bartenders with great spirits. Following the reception was the cake cutting, and closing remarks.

The air was filled with excitement, a reminiscent of thanksgiving, and sense of accomplishment as the party continued into the early morning.

Event planning and official coverage by AfriQtalk