Nollywood star Kunle Remi and his wife, Tiwi, have joyfully welcomed their first child, a blessing that came after an emotional and physically demanding journey. Their story, marked by an unexpected medical challenge, prolonged bed rest, and 80 days of visits to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), is one of faith, resilience, and triumph.
Announcing the news on Instagram, Kunle Remi shared heartfelt reflections on their path to parenthood. The couple faced an early arrival of their baby, requiring weeks of intensive care, but through it all, they held onto hope and faith.
“From unexpected and unsettling medical discovery to complete bed rest. From juggling demanding work schedules to hopping on flights, both locally and internationally. From an early arrival to the unfolding of God’s perfect timing. From waiting, countless NICU visits, and clinging to God for 11 weeks and 3 days (that is 80 days of faith),” Kunle wrote.
He further expressed gratitude, calling their child a divine blessing and revealing the baby’s name as EEMI OLUWA (The Breath of God).
“This isn’t a podcast. It’s just two people sharing their journey —unfiltered, heartfelt, and full of grace — to encourage someone out there,” he added, alongside an emotional video capturing their experience.
The touching announcement resonated deeply with fans and colleagues, many of whom flooded social media with messages of love and encouragement.
Actress Funke Akindele congratulated the couple, writing, “Congratulations my brother. Your joy shall be permanent in Jesus’ name.”
Another user, Titimotun, shared words of empathy: “Congratulations to you both… having a preemie baby no be small thing… the moments spent in NICU. They are tiny but Mighty ❤️.”
A fellow parent, You_gee_ohh_, related to their experience: “🙏🏾 Congratulations… your child has already won. God is good. My son was born at 27 weeks, he was in the NICU for 77 days. He is 8 years old now and perfect. I’m so happy for y’all.”
Similarly, Shelleytisanjoh shared a personal story: “Oh, this is very personal to me. My daughter was born at 25 weeks… Long story short—there is not a single 7-year-old as beautiful, brilliant, and blessed as she is. Congratulations on the birth of your angel. Bless your wife and home.”
Other well-wishers included Chinonso Arubayi, who wrote, “Truly a sign and wonder. Congratulations KR and Tiwi 🥳 May God perfect all that concerns you.”
By Ezinne Okorie.
