It is the birthday of Nollywood’s former power couple, Faithia Williams and Saidi Balogun.
The two who share the same birth date took to their respective Instagram page to share photos of themselves along with sweet captions.
Faithia stated that her heart is overflowing with pure gratitude and deep emotion. She expressed gratitude to her Maker for the priceless gift of another breath.
The talented actress expressed her gratitude for the strength he has given her when she felt weak, patience when things are hard, and hope when the path seems dark.
“Happy Birthday to me!
Alhamdulillah! Alhamdulillah! Alhamdulillah!
My heart is so full today, overflowing with pure gratitude and deep emotion as I step into another beautiful year of life. Thank You, Almighty God, for this priceless gift of another breath, another sunrise, another chance to worship You and grow closer to You.
I’m endlessly thankful for Your endless mercy that has carried me through every storm and every sunny day. You’ve given me strength when I felt weak, patience when things were hard, and hope when the path seemed dark. Through every trial, every tear, and every smile, You’ve been my constant refuge, my loving Protector, my gentle Guide. How can I ever thank You enough?
This new age feels like a fresh page written by Your graceful hand, a living proof of Your never-ending love, Your boundless compassion, and Your promise of so much more goodness ahead. Alhamdulillah for everything I’ve been given, everything I’ve been through, and everything still to come. Truly, all praise belongs to God alone”.
Saidi expressed gratitude to his Maker for his family and friends, for sustenance, for the strength to keep moving, and for the journey so far. He appreciated everyone who had been a part of his journey.
“I step into this new season with gratitude. Alhamdulilah for life, for family and friends, for sustenance, for strength to keep moving even when the legs are weak, and energy is down. Alhamdulilah for the journey so far and the miles yet to cover.
To everyone who has been a part of my journey, I say, “Thank you!” May we all live long, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
Smiling on what’s next.
I am ready”.
Many of their colleagues took to their comment section to celebrate with the former couple.
The likes of Tawa Ajisefinni, Uche Elendu, Adeolu Funsho, Tana Adelana, Moyo Lawal, Eniola Badmus, Uzee Usman, Biodun Okeowo, Salami Rotimi, Olayinka Solomon, Dayo Amusa and others rejoiced with them.
Saidi and Faithia got married in 2000 at Ikorodu registry and divorced fourteen years later. Their divorce was quite messy, and Saidi, who told the court that he could not live under the same roof with his estranged wife due to irreconcilable differences, also demanded, among other requests, that Faithia drop his name, Balogun.
The former couple share two kids – Khalid and Aliyah.
In 2024, the former couple finally made peace, as for the first time in years, Saidi sent a sweet birthday note to Faithia, showering her with love and prayers. Faithia had also done the same as she sweetly celebrated Saidi Balogun’s birthday
Faithia fueled reconciliation rumors with him as she referred to herself by her former married name, Faithia Balogun. The Yoruba actress shocked many when she addressed herself with her former marital title, Faithia Williams Balogun.
