By Seyifunmi Odunuga
It was a glamorous day recently for the pioneer Chairperson, NetBall, Oyo State, and Iyalaje Adinni of Oyo State, Ambassador Rahmat Romoke Ayinde, popularly called Kayrom Lee, as she celebrated her 52 years on earth in grand style.
The opening prayer at the well-attended ceremony was performed by Alhaji Mudashir Atanda Bada, followed by the national and Oyo anthems.
The introduction of guests was performed by the ace presenter with Fresh FM, Enitan Olusegun Bamidele, popularly called EOB
The celebrant, Amb. Romoke Ayinde, welcomed the guests and appreciated them for always being there for her at all times
While charging the youths to be passionate and love whatever they choose as a career, she said her reasons for reintroducing the netball game is to restore the glory of the game, which was started on October 18th, 1974, which incidentally fell on her birthday
Kayrom Lee then charged parents and teachers to encourage their wards to participate in netball games in order to give glory back to Oyo State and Nigeria in general. She therefore appreciated the support of the Chairman of SAO Petroleum, Chief Salman Akanni Oladiti, for his support towards the success of bringing the netball game back into reality.
Meanwhile, Funke Igbasan of Yes 101. 7 FM read the celebrant’s citation followed by a brief hint about the Celebrant which was said by a season sports journalist, Olanrewaju Agiri.
Thereafter, the inauguration of the Oyo State Net Ball Association was performed by Alhaji Raji Bayo Ebony, followed by cultural displays to entertain the guests present at the occasion.
The cutting of the cake was coordinated by the legendary gospel singer, Evangelist (Dr.) Funmi Aragbaiye, who later sang for the celebrant after the cutting of the cake.
The unveiling of the swimming pool and Media Office was performed by Hon. Waheed Akintayo, popularly called Ilumoka Presenter
Popular radio presenter, Enitan Olusegun Bamidele compared the event and was covered by Apreel1 Events TV.