‘Storms and Grace Book Launch’: Dr. Ajoke Ogunsan Hails Omobolanle Adeleke’s Story as a Testament to God’s Faithfulness
By Oki O. Samson, Trek Africa Newspaper
L-R: Managing Director, Executive Hotels and Suites, Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan; Celebrant/Wife of DIG Bode Adeleke rtd, Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke; a Special Guest and Wife of the Inspector General of Police/National President, POWA, Mrs. Elizabeth Egbetokun during the cutting of the 60th Birthday Cake for Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke held at The Civic center, Victoria Island Lagos…
The unveiling of the Book ‘Storms and Grace: A Daughter’s Journey of Love, Faith, and Reconciliation’, the deeply personal memoir of Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke, wife of retired Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIG Operations, DIG Adeyinka Bode Adeleke, has received glowing commendations from distinguished personalities who attended her 60th birthday and book launch celebration held at the prestigious Civic center in Victoria Island Lagos, National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP can report.
L-R: Wife of the Inspector General of Police/National President, POWA, Mrs. Elizabeth Egbetokun; Managing Director, Executive Hotels and Suites, Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan and Celebrant/Wife of DIG Bode Adeleke rtd, Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke during the 60th Birthday celebrations of Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke held at The Civic center, Victoria Island Lagos…
The Managing Director of Executive Hotels and Suites, Dr. Ajoke Olufunmilola Ogunsan who wrote the foreword of the book, described the memoir as a bold and faith-filled gift to the world.
She applauded the courage behind documenting such an intimate journey.
“We don’t just celebrate this book; we celebrate your courage, your journey, and your obedience to share with the world,” she said, noting that Storms and Grace stands as powerful evidence of divine faithfulness. “Mrs. Adeleke serves as a living proof of God’s faithfulness. Congratulations on this milestone.”
L-R: Managing Director, Executive Hotels and Suites, Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan and Celebrant/Wife of DIG Bode Adeleke rtd, Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke at the 60th Birthday celebrations of Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke held at The Civic center, Victoria Island Lagos…L-R: Honorable Commissioner of Women and Poverty Alleviation, Lagos State, Hon. Cecilia Dada; Managing Director, Executive Hotels and Suites, Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan; National President, POWA, Mrs. Elizabeth Egbetokun; Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun; Celebrant/Wife of DIG Bode Adeleke rtd, Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke; Business Oil Mogul, Chief Arthur Eze; Chief Dr. Emma Bishop; Former Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIG Operations, DIG Bode Adeleke rtd and a Special Guest during the Unveiling of the Book: “Storms and Grace: A Daughter’s Journey of Love, Faith, and Reconciliation” and 60th Birthday celebrations of Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke held at The Civic center, Victoria Island Lagos…
Dr. Ogunsan emphasized that the book grips readers from the very first page, weaving through emotionally charged chapters that mirror the trials, triumphs, and spiritual strength of the celebrant. “It will capture your attention from the very first page and you will refuse to let go,” as she reflected on themes of love, family opposition, tough decisions, and the endurance required to navigate turbulent seasons.
Managing Director, Executive Hotels and Suites, Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan with the Celebrant/Wife of DIG Bode Adeleke rtd, Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke during the Unveiling of the Book: “Storms and Grace: A Daughter’s Journey of Love, Faith, and Reconciliation” and 60th Birthday celebrations of Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke held at The Civic center, Victoria Island Lagos.Managing Director, Executive Hotels and Suites, Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan; National President, POWA, Mrs. Elizabeth Egbetokun and Celebrant/Wife of DIG Bode Adeleke rtd, Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke during the Unveiling of the Book: “Storms and Grace: A Daughter’s Journey of Love, Faith, and Reconciliation” and 60th Birthday celebrations of Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke held at The Civic center, Victoria Island Lagos..
She highlighted the depth of storytelling, particularly the early chapters that disclose Mrs. Adeleke’s youthful love story, family resistance, and her determination to follow her heart even amid tension between personal desire and parental expectations.
As the narrative progresses, Dr. Ogunsan noted, readers encounter seasons of motherhood, sacrifice, and the difficult but necessary navigation of turbulent marriage moments. These are stories that mirror the resilience of many women but are rarely told with such honesty.
Managing Director, Executive Hotels and Suites, Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan delivering her speech as the Forward of the Book; “Storms and Grace: A Daughter’s Journey of Love, Faith, and Reconciliation” by Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke held at The Civic center, Victoria Island Lagos…Managing Director, Executive Hotels and Suites, Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan (4th left); National President, POWA, Mrs. Elizabeth Egbetokun (7th right); Celebrant/Wife of DIG Bode Adeleke rtd, Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke (m); Former Force Secretary, AIG Yetunde Longe retd (6th left) and dignitaries during the Unveiling of the Book: “Storms and Grace: A Daughter’s Journey of Love, Faith, and Reconciliation” and 60th Birthday celebrations of Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke held at The Civic center, Victoria Island Lagos…
“The most powerful truth is that storms do not last forever,” she added, stressing that the book is not just a memoir but a lifeline of hope for anyone enduring challenges.
The milestone 60th birthday celebration was graced by dignitaries including Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Wife of the IGP and National President of POWA, Mrs. Elizabeth Egbetokun, Popular Oil Mogul and CEO of Atlas Oranto Petroleum, Chief Arthur Eze, Prominent Entrepreneur/Chairman/CEO, Ekulo Group of Companies, Chief Dr. Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Okonkwo (Emma Bishop), DIG Abiodun Alabi rtd, AIG Hakeem Olusegun Odumosu rtd, AIG Lanre Bankole rtd, AIG Yetunde Longe rtd and her husband, AIG Kehinde Longe rtd, AIG Zone 2 AIG Adegoke Fayoade, Commissioner of Police Lagos State Command, CP Olorundare Moshood Jimoh, Commissioner for Women Affairs Lagos State, Hon. Cecilia Dada, Security Expert Mr. Matthew Ibadin, and many others.
Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun and his Wife/National President, POWA, Mrs. Elizabeth Egbetokun; Former DIG Operations, DIG Bode Adeleke and his Wife/Celebrant, Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke; DIG Abiodun Alabi rtd; AIG Hakeem Olusegun Odumosu rtd; AIG Zone 2 AIG Adegoke Fayoade; Former Force Secretary, AIG Yetunde Longe retd; AIG Lanre Bankole rtd with his Wife and other senior serving and retired officers during the Unveiling of the Book: “Storms and Grace: A Daughter’s Journey of Love, Faith, and Reconciliation” and 60th Birthday celebrations of Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke held at The Civic center, Victoria Island Lagos…Wife of Inspector General of Police/President, POWA, Mrs. Elizabeth Egbetokun (m); Managing Director, Executive Hotels and Suites, Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan (2nd right); Wife of AIG Lanre Bankole rtd (left) and others at the 60th Birthday celebrations of Mrs. Omobolanle Adeleke…L-R: Managing Director, Executive Hotels and Suites, Dr. Mrs. Ajoke Ogunsan; AIG Lanre Bankole rtd and his Wife…
