- Nigerian fashion designer and entrepreneur Veekee James sent a heartfelt message to her husband Femi Atere on their first wedding anniversary.
- Veekee, who shared stunning photos of herself and her husband, referred to him as life’s best gift.
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Nigerian fashion designer and entrepreneur Veekee James has expressed her heartfelt sentiments to her husband, Femi Atere, in celebration of their first wedding anniversary.
In a touching message accompanied by beautiful photographs of the couple, Veekee referred to Femi as the greatest gift life has bestowed upon her. She vowed to love and cherish Mr. Femi Atere for as long as it is granted to her by God.
In her words, “1 year ago on this day, we stood before God and swore our commitment to each other.
1 year later, we have not just upheld each other’s side of these vows, we have done it with so much grace and devotion.
You, Ayomi, are life’s best gift to me and I will love and cherish you for as long as God allows me.
Happy Anniversary baby, let’s go get ready to party.
The couple celebrated their union with a vintage-themed wedding ceremony in Lagos, surrounded by a great deal of festivity.
In other news, Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede shared her feelings in a heartfelt tribute to her late mother-in-law, Mama Bukky Ajayi, marking nine years since her death.
Veteran actress Zainab Bukky Ajayi was born on February 2, 1934, and passed away 82 years later on July 6, 2016.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Jegede shared her strong feelings of missing her mother. She wished her mother could meet her grandson, Xavier, born on November 1, 2018.
“Mama, I miss you,” she wrote, recalling a recent lunch with a family friend that brought back many emotions.
Jegede’s heartfelt post resonated with fans and colleagues, showing how her mother’s memory is a constant in her life.
The comments overflowed with love, prayers, and comforting messages. Many remarked on the likeness between Jegede and Bukky Ajayi, while others praised her for honoring the actress, regardless of their ties. Supporters also encouraged her to stay strong.
Jegede wrote:
“Mama, 2 days ago was your remembrance want to say I miss you mama. Your grandson Xavier, he came Nov 1, 2018, yep he’s a big boy now, yes I wish you can see him Mama, I wish you can see the wonderful grandson you have.
Mama, I feel emotional today, and I don’t know why mama, I guess it’s because Shina and His Mom met us up for lunch, mama since then you’ve been on my mind. I want to use this as a tribute to you Mama Bukky 🕊️🕊️🕊️.”