As the world welcomed the New Year, several Nigerian celebrities had an extra reason to celebrate; it was also their birthday.
As spotted by Quest Times, popular Nollywood actor, Ibrahim Yekini, known as Itele, expressed gratitude on Instagram, saying, “Alhamdulillah, it’s my day. Thanking God for another year of my life. It’s my birthday. I am grateful for the gift of life. I celebrate the hero in me. I wish myself many more years on earth.”
Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe joyfully turned 46 on January 1, sharing on Instagram, “Chapter 46 Unlocked. Happy birthday to me! To God be all the glory, honour and adoration.”
Actor Mustapha Sholagbade, also celebrating his birthday, requested well-wishes, posting on Instagram, “Happy birthday to me. Kindly pray for me from your church mind.”
Reality TV star, Chukwuemeka Okoye, aka Frodd, marked his birthday on Instagram, expressing gratitude for his journey, saying, “Look at how far God Almighty has brought me. Blessed, Grown, Husband and a Father. I am so hyped.”
Actress Moyo Lawal, celebrating her birthday, wished everyone a Happy New Year on Instagram, hoping for prosperity, great health, financial increase, joy, peace, career upliftment, and answers to secret prayers.
Also, reality TV star, Venita Akpofure announced her 37th birthday on Instagram, exclaiming, “Hello 37, I heard you have been expecting me. It’s World Venita Day!”
Nengi Hampson, the second runner-up of Big Brother Naija (Lockdown Edition), equally celebrated her birthday with gratitude, writing on Instagram, “The Happiest Birthday. Thank you, Jesus.”