After 28 years of waiting, Oluwakemi Gbangbalasa, a Nigerian woman, has finally welcomed her first child. She joyfully shared the news of her daughter’s birth on social media on Wednesday, October 16, along with photos and videos of the special moment. As an entrepreneur, Gbangbalasa expressed how she had “waited and prayed” for 28 years before receiving this blessing, stating, “For this child, we waited, prayed, and hoped. After 28 years, God blessed me, and I am grateful. My bundle of joy is here.”
At her daughter’s naming ceremony, she reaffirmed her faith in God’s miracles and expressed her deep gratitude to her husband and family for their constant support. She encouraged others who are waiting for similar blessings to trust in God’s timing. On Instagram, she shared her immense happiness, saying, “I trusted God, knowing all things are possible. I always believed this day would come, and now it has during my lifetime.”
Gbangbalasa also extended heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported her throughout the journey, including her husband, younger siblings, and her husband’s children, acknowledging their love and support. She expressed her gratitude for the overwhelming kindness from friends and strangers alike, thanking them for their calls, messages, prayers, gifts, and blog posts. “We are eternally grateful for all the love shown to Baby Deborah. May goodness and joy always be with us,” she concluded.