September 13, (THEWILL) – Nigerian singer and songwriter, Tiwatope Savage, received an overwhelming show of love from her colleagues in the entertainment industry as she laid her father, Prince Olanrewaju Savage, to rest in a star-studded event that lasted two days. The burial carnival started on Friday, September 3, 2021 with a Christian wake and service of songs held at the City Mission Methodist Church, Surulere, Lagos. The event continued the second day after the deceased was interred. A grand funeral reception was held at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Most of the guests in attendance complied with the dress code for the event. They wore beautiful royal blue aso-ebi specially chosen for the event, while some flouted the rule. The hall where the reception took place was filled to capacity as COVID -19 protocols were not duly observed. However, it turned out to be an evening of glamour and fun as friends serenaded Tiwa and her family. Queen Ayo Balogun kicked off the night by serenading guests from her repertoire of songs. Then Adeshina Fashola, more popularly known as Naira Marley, honoured her by performing from his hit lists. He took over the stage as soon as he entered the venue and guests rocked the dance floor as he sang to their delight. Ilerioluwa Oladimeji, popularly known as Mohbad, another artiste signed on to Naira Marley’s record label, Marlian, also thrilled guests to the melodious tune of his hit song, Ko Por Ke. Live bands were also available to further serenade the guests. One of the highlights of the party was the presence of two Eyo dancers. Their beautiful performance left the guests wowed and geared up for the rest of the evening.
Tiwa Savage and her little son, Jamil, were not left out on the dance floor. They both showed their swag and moves as guests rained naira notes on them. The dance floor later became a battleground for the celebrities who could spray naira notes the most. Media girl, Toke Makinwa, actress, Eniola Badmus, Bobrisky, entertainment personalities and businessman, Soso Soberekon, night club owner, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, were among celebrities who sprayed bundles of naira notes on the dance floor.
The list of entertainers who ensured they supported Tiwa was endless. From the music industry to Nollywood, broadcasting and even the fashion industry, they were all on their toes rocking the party to the end. The likes of Toke Makinwa, Banky W and Adesua Etomi, Iyabo Ojo, Toju Foyeh, Ini Edo, Idia Aisien, Moet Abebe, Lilian Afegbai, Don Jazzy, Stephaine Cooker-Aderinokun, Zina Anumudu, Teni, Abraham-Ajeyemi, Rita Dominic, Eku Edewor, Adeyemi Okanlawon and a host of others were in attendance.
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