The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, has penned a deeply emotional tribute to his wife, Olori Ivie Atuwatse III, to celebrate her birthday, praising her roles as a queen, wife, and mother.
Taking to Instagram on Thursday, the revered monarch showered Olori Ivie with glowing accolades, expressing gratitude for her presence and impact in their family and the Warri Kingdom.
“My darling Olori, as we celebrate another year, I am filled with immense gratitude for all that the Almighty has done and continues to do with your life… This journey has only deepened the love we share with each passing moment,” he wrote.
He described Olori Ivie as:
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A gracious queen: “You embody compassion, kindness and generosity, touching lives with tireless dedication.”
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A devoted mother: “The heartbeat of our family, guiding our children with love and patience.”
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A loving wife: “The sunshine that brightens every day… the calm in every storm.”
“I am forever grateful to have you by my side,” he concluded. “The children and I say happy birthday to you, my love.”
A Reflection of Grace and Faith
Olori Ivie also commemorated her birthday with a personal message on Instagram, attributing her life and strength to divine guidance.
“The light has come— not because I willed it, but because You spoke it… This rising is Yours. This glory is Yours. This heart is Yours,” she wrote, in a reflective note on her faith and life’s purpose.
About the Royal Couple
Ogiame Atuwatse III and Olori Ivie, formerly Ivie Okunbo, daughter of the late billionaire businessman Captain Hosa Okunbo, were married in 2014. The royal couple has three children.
Olori Ivie is widely recognized for her advocacy work, which focuses on community development and women’s empowerment.
