By Julie Otoikhine and Onome Awatefe
The Governor of Delta state, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated the family of Vice Admiral Dele Ezeoba, former Chief of the Naval staff (CNS) and Mrs. Vivian Ezeoba; from Ibusa, Oshimili north local government area, for successfully giving out their daughter, Stephanie Nkechi in marriage to Olayinka Oluwole Aregbesola of Isiwo, Ijebu-Ode in Ogun state.
According to him; “Marriage is a beautiful journey, filled with laughter, adventure and growth. It takes hard work, patience and understanding, but the rewards are immeasurable”.
The governor, who was represented at the ceremony by Chief Patrick Ukah, Director General of the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency, made the remarks while speaking with the Press at the ceremony. He encouraged the couple to cherish each other, support each other’s dreams and build a life filled with love, joy and purpose.
Earlier on in the Traditional marriage ceremony, Dr Austin Izagbo, the Ide of Ibusa and Chief Chike Emma Nwanze prayed for the couple as they begin their life together, God would bless them and give them wisdom, patience and understanding to navigate the ups and down of life together.
Speaking further, they prayed that their love for each other would grow stronger with each passing day and that God would be the centre of their marriage, guiding, directing and protecting them. That the union would be an example indeed of love and faithfulness.
The elegant marriage ceremony which took place at Harbour Point Marquee, Victoria Island Lagos had the crème de la cream of the society in attendance. This included former governor of Delta State, Chief James Onanefe Ibori, Supper Eagle footballer Austin J.J. Okocha and wife amidst royalties and other top dignitaries.
