By: Ike Philip Abiagom
The Obi Nwaokocha Okeze Foundation celebrated over 2000 children from schools, orphanages, and homes across Ibusa at the Children’s Christmas Party. The event took place at Obi Nwaokocha Okeze Event Centre located along Umuejei Road,Ibusa.
The Christmas party aimed to spread joy and create lasting memories for children while emphasizing the importance of investing in their happiness and development. The vibrant celebration featured lively games, music, and entertainment, creating an atmosphere of pure excitement. From energetic dance sessions to interactive activities, the event was designed to bring smiles to every child’s face.
One of the highlights was the exceptional performance by children who participated in a challenging related game on their remarkable focus and problem-solving skills earned them medals and special prizes, showcasing their incredible potential and encouraging them to continue striving for excellence.
The founder of Obi Nwaokocha Okeze Foundation, Pastor Okeze emphasized the values of kindness, empathy, and hard work. “You are the heart and hope of tomorrow, ”he said. “your dreams and potential will help our community flourish.”
He advise the children that they can achieve whatever they focus their mind, urging them to be obedient to their parents and guardians.
Okeze, while addressing participants, expressed his profound appreciation to young participants for their presence and promised a bigger and better outing in 2025.
The children also participated in various games and competitions, showcasing their talents and creativity while winning cash prizes and rewards. Each child left with a special party pack, ensuring the joy of the day was shared equally among all attendees.
Obi Nwaokocha Okeze Foundation gave the children social inclusiveness ,since Ibusa is devoid of amusement parks for children, hence the need to make them to also feel the belonging and to feel physically what their see in films.
He also thanked parents and guardians that spared their time to bring their children and wards to the Xmas party, We say a wonderful and sounding thank you to our wonderful parents, aunties and uncles for coming out and we are sure that you will be joining us this time next year for a bigger party.
“As you are growing up, you have to understand that this is not just about the gifts and the food that you are eating, but also to understand that giving is important in one’s life”, he said to the children.
The event was attended by key figures, including the High Chief Austin Izagbo,Ide of Ibusa, his wife Pastor (Mrs) Florence Izagbo , Uwolo Ibusa, Chief Amaechi Nwaenie,and other dignitaries whose presence added to the occasion’s significance.
