OUR DEEPEST APPRECIATION TO HIS EXCELLENCY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR; HIS EXCELLENCY SENATOR MONDAY OKPEBHOLO; DISTINGUISHED LEADERS, FAMILY, FRIENDS, ASSOCIATES, AND WELL-WISHERS WORLDWIDE FOR THE EXTRAORDINARY SHOW OF LOVE, HONOUR, AND SUPPORT DURING OUR JOINT BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

 A HEARTFELT MESSAGE OF GRATITUDE 

June 22nd, 2026

To Almighty God, the Sovereign Lord and Author of life — we fall on our knees in awe and thanksgiving for the gift of another year. His mercies are new every morning, and His faithfulness has been our shield, our strength, and the compass guiding our service to God and to humanity.

Our hearts are full to overflowing. This celebration reminded us that leadership without love is empty, and life without people is meaningless. To our beloved family, siblings, children, and cherished friends — you are the living proof that our true wealth is not in titles or possessions, but in the relationships God has blessed us with. Your prayers carried us, your encouragement steadied us, and your unwavering support remains the sturdiest pillar of our journey.

This year’s downpour of love overwhelmed us. From Aso Villa to Benin City, from Orhionmwon to cities across the world — your messages, calls, visits, and thoughtful gestures turned our birthday into a testimony of unity, faith, and nationhood.

With profound appreciation and in order of protocol:

1. His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria – Father of the Nation, we are deeply humbled. Thank you for leading the felicitations from Aso Villa and for honoring us with your words: “distinguished Nigerians who live exemplary service.” That recognition inspires us to serve with even greater sacrifice for our country.

2. His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Executive Governor of Edo State – Your Excellency, your gracious felicitations added regal honor to our day. Thank you for leading Edo with courage, vision, and heart. We stand in prayer with your administration for wisdom, peace, and prosperity for every Edo son and daughter.

3. Hon. Thamson Osagie, Executive Chairman, Orhionmwon Local Government Area – Thank you for bringing the warmth of home. Your support at the grassroots reminds us that true development begins where the people are.

4. The Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG – To our spiritual covering: thank you for prayers that pierce the heavens, for teachings that shape character, and for a family that stands together in faith. Your intercession lifted us.

5. Management & Staff of UBTH – For years of shared sacrifice in service to humanity. Your dedication in the healing ministry mirrors the compassion of Christ. We salute you.

6. The All Progressives Congress, APC – To the National and State leadership, and every committed member across party lines: thank you for brotherhood, solidarity, and the shared vision of a stronger Nigeria. Politics is service, and your support proves it.

7. Friends of Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu & Prof. Mrs. Idia Ize-Iyamu from all walks of life – Across political parties, across religious beliefs, across tribes and tongues — your goodwill showed us that Nigeria’s strength is in our diversity. To every colleague, associate, neighbor, mentee, and well-wisher: your kindness was felt, every prayer was heard, every visit was treasured.

8. The Ize-Iyamu & Odeh Families – To our parents, siblings, children, and extended kin: you are our foundation and our joy. Thank you for your quiet sacrifices, your prayers, and the love that keeps our home strong. We honor and cherish you.

As we step into this new chapter, our commitment is renewed: to faith that does not waver, to service that does not tire, and to unity that does not divide. This is a season to build bridges, not walls. To lift others, not tear down. 

Our prayer for you is bold and heartfelt: May Almighty God, the Rewarder of every good deed, flood your homes with sound health, unshakable peace, divine wisdom, and overflowing fulfillment. May He establish your hands in every work, and may Nigeria rise stronger through all of us.

We love you. We celebrate you. We are eternally grateful for you.

With love, joy, and profound appreciation, 

*Past

or Osagie & Prof. Mrs. Idia Ize-Iyamu*