Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe is celebrating her son, Juwon Gentry, as he turns 16 today, June 18.
Taking to her Instagram page to share photos of her and her son over the years, she said watching him grow into the intelligent, kind, and amazing young man he is has been one of her greatest joys.
She expressed pride in the person he is and expressed excitement for the man he is becoming. Raining prayers on him, she appreciated him for bringing so much love, laughter, and happiness into her life.
Mercy said her heart is full and her eyes are teary because God has been faithful.
“My Juwon is 16 today, and my heart is overflowing with gratitude, joy, and love.
Sixteen years ago, God blessed me with one of the greatest gifts of my life, you, Olajuwonmi. Watching you grow into the intelligent, kind, and amazing young man you are today has been one of my greatest joys.
It feels like yesterday I held you in my arms and whispered prayers over your life. Today, those prayers continue as I thank God for His faithfulness, protection, and grace upon you.
I am so proud of the person you are and excited for the man you are becoming. My prayer is that God will guide your steps, protect your heart, and lead you into the beautiful purpose He has for your life.
Happy 16th Birthday, my precious son. Thank you for bringing so much love, laughter, and happiness into my life.
My heart is full. My eyes are teary. My God has been faithful.
I love you endlessly.
Happy Sweet 16, Juwon @olajuwon.gentry”.
In another post, she called Juwon her joy, and her answered prayer. Affirming her love for him, she committed him into God’s hands.
“To my son, my joy, my answered prayer.
Happy Birthday, Olajuwon.
May God’s hand remain upon your life and may you continue to grow in wisdom, grace and favour.
I love you more than words can say @olajuwon.gentry”.
