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Former Sierra Leonean President Ernest Bai Koroma celebrated his birthday on October 2nd in Lagos, Nigeria, at a lavish event hosted by Nigerian billionaire Dr. Stanley Uzochukwu.
Known for his philanthropy and business ventures, Uzochukwu, the founder and chairman of Stanel Group, flew Koroma to the exclusive Delborough Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, marking a significant change from the usual celebrations held in Koroma’s hometown of Makeni.
Though many Sierra Leoneans traditionally travel to Makeni for Koroma’s birthday celebrations, this year’s change in venue did not diminish the spirit of the occasion
Koroma, who led Sierra Leone from 2007 to 2018, remains an esteemed figure in his country. His birthdays have long been celebrated as occasions of national importance, drawing crowds of supporters and well-wishers from across Sierra Leone. This year, however, due to political circumstances that have extended Koroma’s stay in Nigeria, the festivities took on a new form.
Dr. Uzochukwu personally ensured that Koroma’s birthday was a memorable one, flying the former president in his private jet to The Delborough Lagos, where the celebrations commenced with an exclusive breakfast and a distinguished lunch. A star-studded evening surprise birthday party followed, attended by prominent Nigerian politicians, military generals, and dignitaries.
Some of the top dignitaries at the party included Clement Oluwatumininu Okeowo, Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii, Senator Daisy Danjuma, Lawyer Catherine Uju Ifejika, and billionaire Dr. Stanley Uzochukwu
The evening was further enlivened with performances by top musicians, contributing to the festive atmosphere and making Koroma feel at home despite being away from Sierra Leone.
Speaking during the celebrations, former President Koroma expressed his gratitude and called the event “one of the best birthday parties” he had ever experienced.
The warmth and hospitality extended by the Nigerian hosts underscored the close ties between the two West African nations, and Nigerians took the opportunity to celebrate Koroma as if he were one of their own.
Dr. Stanley Uzochukwu, a rising figure in Nigerian politics and business, played a key role in ensuring that the former president felt welcomed and appreciated during his stay. Uzochukwu has a reputation for hosting high-profile events at his luxurious Delborough Hotel, which recently also hosted Prince Harry during his visit to Lagos earlier this year.
Despite the change in location, the spirit of the occasion was not diminished, with the celebrations in Lagos demonstrating the respect and admiration that Koroma commands across the region.
The event has further cemented the bond between Nigeria and Sierra Leone, as both nations continue to celebrate the achievements and leadership of former President Koroma.
This is undone Ernest Bai Koroma’s rule has come to an end why are they still referring to him as President of the republic of Sierra Leone?
And for the record it’s only a person who is or has been a honorable can be called honorable throughout even if he or she isn’t in office anymore. So it’s hard time we try to understand and educate those that does such intentional mistakes. That is why there is always conflict between both Political Parties, because APC doesn’t want to realize and fully accept their position and this is bad.
#Patriotism 🙌🏽
Boy shut up, the things that men do for the country compare to Rebel Bio just shut up.
This nonsense to all those having confusion in their heads. Why a title stoping you from doing your Job, if you are really qualify for the job? Past manager or present they’re all managers, let us know your management your own competency in your office not only referring to the mistakes of former manager but to let us know the progress you are making instead of declining. A Sierra Leonean woman was divorced for answering her ex husband name while the the ex-husband lives in Europe more than 15 years ago. Someone else heard of the story and married the woman now they are having five children together with a happy lives. Who is the loser now? So they can call him president 1000 times a day we looking to the one in the office right now not the past which is already a history. Show us what you can, and stop talking before you become another loser..