Nigerian fashion designer and entrepreneur, Veekee James, has celebrated her first wedding anniversary with an emotional tribute to her husband, Femi Atere. Sharing her heartfelt message alongside beautiful photos of the couple, Veekee expressed deep love and appreciation for her partner, referring to him as life’s greatest gift. Her message, filled with gratitude and affection, captured the love and devotion they share in their first year of marriage.
Veekee’s touching words highlighted the commitment they made to each other when they first stood before God to pledge their vows a year ago. Reflecting on the past year, she emphasized how they had not only honored their promises but had done so with grace and dedication. In her message, she referred to her husband as “Ayomi,” a term of endearment, and vowed to love and cherish him as long as God would allow her to.
She continued, saying, “One year ago on this day, we stood before God and swore our commitment to each other. A year later, we have not just upheld each other’s side of these vows, we have done it with so much grace and devotion. You, Ayomi, are life’s best gift to me, and I will love and cherish you for as long as God allows me. Happy anniversary, baby, let’s go get ready to party.”
The couple tied the knot in a grand vintage-themed wedding ceremony in Lagos, where their union was celebrated in an atmosphere of joy and festivity. Their love story has been one of great admiration, and this milestone marks the first of many years they hope to share together.
In other news, Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede also expressed her emotions on social media, marking the ninth anniversary of her late mother-in-law, Mama Bukky Ajayi’s passing. Veteran actress Zainab Bukky Ajayi, who was born on February 2, 1934, passed away on July 6, 2016, at the age of 82.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Yvonne shared her feelings of loss and nostalgia as she remembered her mother-in-law. She expressed how deeply she missed Mama Bukky, particularly wishing that she could meet her grandson, Xavier, born on November 1, 2018. Yvonne reflected on a recent lunch with a family friend, which brought back a flood of emotions and reminded her of her late mother-in-law.
Yvonne wrote, “Mama, I miss you,” acknowledging the ongoing presence of her memory in her life. Her post continued with a tribute to Mama Bukky, saying, “Mama, two days ago was your remembrance. I want to say I miss you, mama. Your grandson, Xavier, he came on November 1, 2018. Yep, he’s a big boy now. Yes, I wish you could see him, Mama. I wish you could see the wonderful grandson you have. Mama, I feel emotional today, and I don’t know why mama. I guess it’s because Shina and his mom met us up for lunch, mama, since then you’ve been on my mind. I want to use this as a tribute to you, Mama Bukky 🕊️🕊️🕊️.”
Her post resonated deeply with her followers, who shared messages of love, comfort, and prayers. Many fans remarked on the striking resemblance between Yvonne and her late mother-in-law, while others expressed admiration for her strength in honoring the memory of Mama Bukky, even though they were not related by blood. Supporters rallied around Yvonne, offering words of encouragement and reminding her to stay strong through this emotional time.
Both of these heartfelt tributes highlight the enduring power of love and the importance of family, whether it’s the celebration of a joyful anniversary or the remembrance of a loved one who has passed. These stories remind us that love transcends time, and cherished memories continue to shape our lives.
