Talents in Autism show, a yearly event by Patrick Speech and Languages Center was held at The Incubator, Yesufu Abiodun, Victoria Island in Lagos State, on the 8th of December, 2013 at 2:00pm.
The programme started at exactly 3.00pm with an opening prayer by Mr. Olufunmbi Adeeko a staff at Patricks, followed by the recitation of the national anthem. There was an alphabet display by the children at the Center.
This was followed by a bible recitation by Mr. Segun who one of the children at the Center, welcome address was given by Mrs. Adedotun Akande (the proprietress of Patrick Speech and Languages Center).
Presentations were made by our children and these include the cheorography by Andrea and friends on a popular song titled ‘Ijoba Orun‘, Courage and friends also presented a fashion parade which showcased five out of the ethnic group dancers as well as their attires and some children were also dressed in various professional uniforms. Other presentations include the drama on the birth of Jesus, the staff dance ‘Skelewu‘, special piano presentations by Ore-ofe Osisanmi and Josphine. The green and orange class presented a dance as well.
Some of our verbal children recited memory verse and were applauded by the audience. Delegates from Media Houses such as Television Media, ONTV, NTA and VANGUARD NEWSPAPER were also present to cover the events. The Proprietress of Patrick’s and some of the parents were interviewed on this special occasion.
The event was capped with the sales of our children’s craft work, the vocational material such as bed sheets, throw pillow, puff stools and beads were all sold out.
The programme was really an interesting one and everybody present had a nice time. The event was brought to an end with a vote of thanks by Mr. Agbolade Akande and Mrs. Obiagwu said the closing prayer.