In a beautiful display of love and gratitude, Makanjuola Nureni, the president of Water Football Club and one of Nigeria's most renowned football intermediaries, organized a touching surprise birthday celebration for the club’s grand patron, Honourable Justice Suleiman Galadima, one of Nigeria's foremost legal luminaries, to mark his 78th birthday.

What unfolded was nothing short of magical, a plan meticulously crafted in collaboration with Justice Galadima's children and grandchildren. At the break of dawn, around 5:30 AM, the peaceful morning at the Justice's residence was suddenly filled with the harmonious sound of songs and music. Over 40 players from Water FC, along with trumpeters and saxophonists, gathered outside his home to serenade him. His wife and children joined in the surprise, watching as the Honorable Justice, still in shock, stepped out to witness the overwhelming outpouring of affection and admiration from those who hold him dear.

Makanjuola Nureni, speaking about the surprise, shared how Justice Galadima had expressed a desire for a quiet, low-key celebration just a few months ago. But for Nureni, someone as remarkable as the Justice, who has touched countless lives, deserved so much more. "He has done so much for so many people, including me. I knew keeping it low-key would be difficult. So, I told him I had something special planned, but I don’t think he expected anything like this."

The event was not only a celebration of Justice Galadima’s birthday but also a tribute to his lifetime of service, integrity, and compassion. His children and grandchildren spoke with deep emotion, expressing their admiration for their father and grandfather, reflecting on the immense impact he has had on their lives. Some even shed tears, overwhelmed by gratitude, while they thanked God for keeping him alive and well at 78, praying for more years of joy and health to come.

In response to the heartfelt celebration, Justice Suleiman Galadima, visibly moved, expressed his appreciation to everyone involved in making his day unforgettable. "I was thinking of having a low-key birthday, but you have turned it into something big and beautiful. I’m truly grateful to each and every one of you for being here and for the love you've shown." He extended a special thanks to Makanjuola Nureni, whose thoughtfulness and dedication had clearly touched him deeply. "Makanjuola has always remembered me, and I wish him and Water FC, of which I’m proud to be the grand patron, all the best."

The surprise birthday bash was a moment of love, unity, and reflection, showing not only the deep bonds between Justice Galadima and Water FC but also the respect and admiration he has garnered from everyone around him. It was a celebration filled with emotion, laughter, and music, as they honored a man who has given so much to his family, the legal profession, and the wider community. This unforgettable day was not just a birthday celebration but a testament to the power of love and the importance of showing appreciation for those who have shaped our lives.