Kenny K’ore, Mike Abdul, others dazzled @ Easter Fiesta in Ibadan

Gospel artistes Kenny K’ore, Mike Abdul, Damola Dipo, Babatunmise and other up-and-coming artistes thrilled guests at the maiden edition of Easter Fiesta in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, last week Monday.

The event was one of the most anticipated shows in Ibadan and it lived up to expectations, as leading gospel singers came to town to give the people the best of Easter celebration.

Mike Abdul gave the people more than they bargained for with his melodious tunes and popular hit tracks; fast-rising artiste, Babatunmise also proved his readiness to join the leagues of stars in the gospel industry. Dipo who was the only female among the top artistes also did not feel inferior as she lifted the souls of the audience in a special way.

The event which was graced by religious leaders,  including the Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Ibadan, His Grace, Most Revd Dr Gabriel Abegunrin;  Archbishop (Dr) Felix Alaba Job; His Lordship Most Rev Dr Emmanuel Badejo; Bishop of Oyo Diocese who is also one of the guest artistes at the event  and the representative of the Rehoboth Cathedral, Bishop Taiwo Adelakun, also had the presence of the former Senate Majority Leader, Senator Teslim Folarin, Chairman Ladson Construction Company, Prince Samuel  Adeniyi Oladeinde, former Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Prince Abass Alesinloye and the Women of Grace.

One of the high points of the event was the rain of cash on the talents following a competition of various up-and-coming gospel artistes, dance groups and comedians who showcased their talents. A family of eight including their parents, The Larlee-B emerged the winner of the competition, as they won cash prize of N100,000 from Senator Folarin, who was thrilled by their outstanding performance, while they also claimed another sum of N100,000 and three-year record label deal with CLETCOM Services.

The Pillar Dancers who came second, went home with cash prize of N50, 000, while a fourteen year-old-boy, Fantastic, who plays the talking drum came third and got a cash prize of N20,000 and an additional N85, 000 from guests who were thrilled by performance  of the young talent.

The chairman on the occasion, Prof Isaac Olawale Albert expressed his joy and commended the organiser
of the event, while he described it as unprecedented and good for all. He further called for the support for such event.

The Managing Director of Cletcom Services, Prince Cletus Iloabanofor, acknowledged the support of everyone that contributed to the success of the event.  He, however, assured that the people of Oyo State that next year edition will be a great event.