This is the story of a woman who dedicated her life to spreading light, love and joy as well as building bridges.
This is the story of Ikponmwosa Buraimoh Nee Uwaifo.
Fondly known as Ikponmwosa, IK, was born on the 5th of November 1975 to Mr Douglas and Mrs Teresa Uwaifo in Lagos.
She attended Central Bank primary school and thereafter attended Federal Government College Kaduna. It is here in FGCKaduna that Ik came to blossom and display the sterling qualities that defined her and endeared her to everyone. With her ever lively and bubbly personality, resolute and ouspoken advocacy for fairness, justice for all and her genuine concern for the welfare and upliftment of others, Ik was truly a friend to all. It was no suprise that she was made the school's Social Prefect during her time. If a role fitted one person so suitably, Ik was that person.
After completing her secondary school education, IK was admitted into the University of Lagos to study chemistry, where she continued to uphold the qualities of hardwork, loyalty, humility, unification, strength of character and an eye for quality in all her interactions; whether it be human interactions or business dealings. Small wonder that when she ventured into entrepreneurship and set up her own events planning company, she aptly named it Qualiproevents. For her, it was either top notch quality or nothing at all.
To know Ik was to know an embodiment of the true meaning of the word 'PASSION' as she had fervent passion for family, friends, relationships, business, and her FgcKaduna alumnus. But above all she was passionate about LIFE and loved God to the fullest.
Ikponmwosa sadly slept in the Lord on Friday, the 7th day of August, 2020. She was happilly married to Oluranti Buraimoh and they were blessed with 3 beautiful daughters, (Tamilore, Osato and Isidora ).
She is survived by her husband, children, parents and siblings.
Ik will surely be missed by all who have come to call her Family. It is so painful that she is no more but we give thanksgiving for the blessing of the interractions and the beautiful memories she has left us with. Forever in our hearts.
Rest in eternal peace Ik, the brightest star of them all.
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Biography of Ikponmwosa Mary .
Buraimoh nee Uwaifo
Ikponmwosa Mary Buraimoh was born in Lagos, Nigeria on November 5, 1975 to Douglas and Theresa Uwaifo. She is the first of three children and the only girl of her parents. As a result of being the only girl, she assumed and maintained a nurturing persona.
Ikponmwosa(IK) obtained her primary school education at St. Catherine's School in Surulere, Lagos and then transitioned to Central Bank Primary School in Satellite Town, Lagos to complete her primary education. Thereafter she proceeded to Federal Government College, Kaduna where she attained her Senior School Certificate in 1993.
While awaiting JAMB, she went on to study speedwriting and was awarded a certification for excellence in office management and shorthand/typing. She later transitioned to the University of Lagos where she graduated with a Bachelors in Science in Chemistry in 2000.
IK gained her first employment at Design Options in Ikoyi, Lagos where she assumed the role of a personal assistant to the Managing Director. After 6 months of working at this organisation, she decided to pursue her dream and opted for entrepreneurship so as to unleash her unorthodox design instincts.
In 2007, she founded Qualipro (High quality professional services in all things that require artistic imagination). A company that is known for its event planning and design expertise, and rendered services to a varied audience. This came as no surprise because IK has always had a flair for design and color balance. Her unique style of design set her apart amongst her competitors and in turn she was sought out by clients that desired an unconventional design approach. She was very resourceful and attracted a selected clientele who were fascinated by her seemingly outlandish pitching mantra: harmony of colours for pleasant moods. This as a result, made Qualipro and all time favorite for both corporate and private clients.
In February 2008, she married Oluranti Buraimoh and they were blessed with three daughters. At the homefront she was an outstanding wife and mother. Her girls, in fact, took after her in that they have that instinctive ability to design and decorate. Like their mother, they are extremely inquisitive about all things, animate or inanimate. Her first daughter is a Spelling B champion. IK was an excellent cook who always tried out new recipes that included locally sourced vegetable mixtures for palatable dishes for the enjoyment of her family and friends who frequently visited her home. She also had a way of showcasing her exceptional design skills in her food presentation.
IK had outstanding interpersonal skills. She was a dear friend and sister to many. She never stood for animosity amongst friends and would always find ways to make amends. She was a peacemaker of a rare breed. She was very intentional about extending support to her loved ones when it was needed. She impacted lives in her usual unique fashion. She found delight in investing in people's lives. She was known for grooming a young child from elementary school all the way through university.
IK was a woman of many talents. She was an athlete who participated in long distance races in secondary school. She was the social prefect while in FGC Kaduna and coordinated many social events in school. She was a devout member of the Catholic sunday services while at school. She was a staunch catholic who never missed her sunday masses and other holy days of devotion. She lived an impactful life.
Written by: Aghogho Iroro nee Omene of Ikponmwosa Mary Buraimoh nee Uwaifo
Ikponmwosa Mary Buraimoh was born in Lagos, Nigeria on November 5, 1975 to Douglas and Theresa Uwaifo. She is the first of three children and the only girl of her parents. As a result of being the only girl, she assumed and maintained a nurturing persona.
Ikponmwosa(IK) obtained her primary school education at St. Catherine's School in Surulere, Lagos and then transitioned to Central Bank Primary School in Satellite Town, Lagos to complete her primary education. Thereafter she proceeded to Federal Government College, Kaduna where she attained her Senior School Certificate in 1993.
While awaiting JAMB, she went on to study speedwriting and was awarded a certification for excellence in office management and shorthand/typing. She later transitioned to the University of Lagos where she graduated with a Bachelors in Science in Chemistry in 2000.
IK gained her first employment at Design Options in Ikoyi, Lagos where she assumed the role of a personal assistant to the Managing Director. After 6 months of working at this organisation, she decided to pursue her dream and opted for entrepreneurship so as to unleash her unorthodox design instincts.
In 2007, she founded Qualipro (High quality professional services in all things that require artistic imagination). A company that is known for its event planning and design expertise, and rendered services to a varied audience. This came as no surprise because IK has always had a flair for design and color balance. Her unique style of design set her apart amongst her competitors and in turn she was sought out by clients that desired an unconventional design approach. She was very resourceful and attracted a selected clientele who were fascinated by her seemingly outlandish pitching mantra: harmony of colours for pleasant moods. This as a result, made Qualipro and all time favorite for both corporate and private clients.
In February 2008, she married Oluranti Buraimoh and they were blessed with three daughters. At the homefront she was an outstanding wife and mother. Her girls, in fact, took after her in that they have that instinctive ability to design and decorate. Like their mother, they are extremely inquisitive about all things, animate or inanimate. Her first daughter is a Spelling B champion. IK was an excellent cook who always tried out new recipes that included locally sourced vegetable mixtures for palatable dishes for the enjoyment of her family and friends who frequently visited her home. She also had a way of showcasing her exceptional design skills in her food presentation.
IK had outstanding interpersonal skills. She was a dear friend and sister to many. She never stood for animosity amongst friends and would always find ways to make amends. She was a peacemaker of a rare breed. She was very intentional about extending support to her loved ones when it was needed. She impacted lives in her usual unique fashion. She found delight in investing in people's lives. She was known for grooming a young child from elementary school all the way through university.
IK was a woman of many talents. She was an athlete who participated in long distance races in secondary school. She was the social prefect while in FGC Kaduna and coordinated many social events in school. She was a devout member of the Catholic sunday services while at school. She was a staunch catholic who never missed her sunday masses and other holy days of devotion. She lived an impactful life.
Written by: Aghogho Iroro nee Omene
