- Rev. Fr. Prof. Anthony Akinwale marked his birthday with a modest but joyful gathering at his residence in Ilara-Epe.
- Priests, reverend sisters, and well-wishers offered prayers, shared meals, and celebrated the scholar-priest’s life of service.
- The celebrant expressed deep gratitude, emphasizing the value of presence over pomp.
In a calm and cheerful atmosphere, Rev. Fr. Prof. Anthony Akinwale, the pioneer Deputy Vice Chancellor of Augustine University, Ilara-Epe, was warmly celebrated today as he marked his birthday with a simple but heartfelt gathering at his residence.
Ekohotblog reports that the quiet celebration drew close friends, priests, reverend sisters, and a few well-wishers who came to honor a man widely respected for his spiritual devotion and intellectual contributions to Catholic education in Nigeria.
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Guests joined in prayer, sang hymns, and shared words of appreciation for the priest-scholar whose life has touched many within and beyond the academic community.
“Fr. Akinwale carries a quiet strength. Being here today to celebrate him reminds us of the beauty of simplicity and purpose,” one priest noted.
In addition to the heartfelt tributes and shared reflections, guests were treated to a modest spread of food and drinks, enjoyed in an atmosphere of calm joy and companionship.
Conversations flowed easily as guests mingled, laughed, and captured the moment in photos.
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A birthday cake was later presented and cut by the celebrant, accompanied by light applause and cheerful songs.
more meaningful than any grand ceremony.
In his remarks, Fr. Akinwale expressed deep gratitude, stating that the love and presence of those around him were more meaningful than any grand ceremony.
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