Yeye Yetunde Kehinde-Aina at 60: Birthday Tribute to a Wonderful Sister, An Unassuming Personality
By: Temitope OYEKAN
Today, we gather to celebrate an extraordinary milestone in the life of an extraordinary woman – Yeye Yetunde KEHINDE-AINA, on her 60th birthday anniversary.
From the very beginning, she has been a guiding light in the lives of many. Her laughter has always been infectious, bringing joy to every gathering and turning ordinary moments into cherished memories.
I watched her embrace life with grace and strength. She has faced challenges head-on, showing resilience that inspires everyone around her. Her kindness and humility know no bounds, as she has always been there to lend a hand or offer a listening ear.
She has a unique ability to make everyone feel special and loved, and that is a rare gift.
Her passion for excellence has enriched her life and the lives of those around her. Whether it’s through her creativity, her wisdom, or her unwavering support, she has made a lasting impact on so many.
Her love for family and friends is a testament to the beautiful person she is, and I am glad to associate with such a charming and humble personality.
Aunty Yetunde!
As you celebrate this significant birthday, remember that you are cherished beyond words. May this year bring you as much happiness and love as you have given to others. Here’s to new adventures, more laughter, and countless unforgettable moments in the years ahead.
Happy 60th birthday, dear sister.
Hearty cheers to you and wishing you mamy happy returns, now and always.
We love you so dearly!
The Celebrant’s Bio:
Born on 4th December 1964 into the family of Pa Emmanuel Onadele KEHINDE of Ode Remo. Her mother is Rev. Mother Grace Abiodun KEHINDE.
Yeye Yetunde KEHINDE-AINA is a princess from the prestigious Fubigbuwa and Odoru Ruling Houses of Iperu Remo.
She also belongs to the Isolo Family House, Iperu.
She started her primary education at the Kuti Memorial Kindergarten School, Sotubo, and completed the same at the Wesley Primary School, Oko I, Sagamu.
For her secondary education, she attended both the Comprehensive High School, Ayetoro, and Remo Divisional High School, Sagamu.
Her quest for further knowledge acquisition took her to the Management Training Centre, Ibadan; and Crescent Universty, Abeokuta, where she studied and obtained Diploma in Hotel and Catering Management, and Diploma in Film, Performance and Communication Studies, in 1986 and 2022 respectively.
A talented nollywood act and a skilled movie producer, Yeye Yetunde has featured and played pivotal roles in several movies including Ilu Awon Agba, Ehinkule, Ogidan, Polio and Politics, Idajo Olorun, Cross over Night, Adakedajo, Forbidden Fruit, The Lost, and Different Shades; and has to her credit, the successful production of Alaso Meta in 2020, and Sacred Beads in 2024.
A community development enthusiast, her passion for her homeland and humanity in general, is never in doubt.
She is the Secretary of Ilisa Community Development Association; Welfare Officer, Iperu Development Association; Team-lead, Schools’ Liaison Teams, Iperu Remo Education Trust Scheme Management Board, for African Church Bethel Primary School, Iperu Remo; Matron, Iperu Events Vendors Association; and Social Secretary, Remo Divisional High School Old Students Association. She was a former secretary of the Remo Events Planners Association.
In recognition of her immense contributions to the movie industry, and service to humanity, Yeye Yetunde was honoured with several awards, including the Dynamic Filmmakers Entertainment Personality Award; Yeye Atayese Itage; DM Production’s Award of Honour; and Award of Honour, Southern Nigeria Role Model.
A prominent figure and one of the leading lights in the Theatre and Movie Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), she was the first Chairperson, Women’s Wing of TAMPAN, Ogun State; and she is a member, TAMPAN Guild of Producers; TAMPAN Guild of Creative Writers; Treasurer, TAMPAN, Ogun State; and the Yeye Oge of TAMPAN, Agbara Igbesa.
The national president of TAMPAN, Mr. Bolaji AMUSAN, popularly known as Latin, will lead other members of the association to identify with one of their own at the event marking the 60th birthday holding today at the Christ Apostolic Grammar Hall, Iperu Remo, today, 8th December, 2024.
At 60, the CEO of Latips Kitchen and Sego Movies Production looks awesome, amazing, and glowing, and may her new age bring her happiness, peace, joy, and God’s blessings.
