- Hannatu Matthew Gabriel announced the arrival of a baby girl on October 1, 2026, after over nine years of waiting
- The couple shared stunning maternity photos taken just a day before the delivery, capturing a deeply emotional milestone
- The newborn received more than 15 names from family members, each carrying a heartfelt meaning tied to faith and gratitude
After more than nine years of waiting, Hannatu Matthew Gabriel and her husband welcomed their baby girl into the world on October 1, 2026, in a moment the family described as nothing short of a divine gift.
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The overjoyed mother announced the birth in a heartfelt social media post, revealing that the pregnancy journey lasted nine years and four months before this long-awaited blessing arrived.
The couple named their daughter Ehi, short for Ehikondu, a name meaning "gift of God." But the baby did not stop at one name.
How many names did Hannatu receive from family?
Family members — uncles, aunties and grandparents — poured in with their own tributes, giving her more than 15 names in total.
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Among them are Gloria, Owufe, Precious, Blessing, Ehikoowicho, Enenu and Ochanya, as well as Nenjiritmwa, which translates to "God has brought good to them."
Hannatu shared a mother's deepest wish for her daughter through scripture, quoting Deuteronomy 6:4–5 and Matthew 22:39.
What does Deuteronomy 6:4-5 say?
"Ehi, 'The LORD our God, the LORD is one. You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbour as yourself,'" she wrote.
She added: "We love you and are excited to be a part of all that God has created you to be."
One of the most striking details from the announcement was the timing of the maternity shoot.
Hannatu goes for pregnancy photoshoot day before delivery
The photographs were taken just one day before Hannatu gave birth, making the images all the more poignant.
Hannatu admitted she had needed a little nudging to make it happen.
"Thanks to my sisters and girlfriends that kept hounding me to make sure I take 'maternity pictures,'" she said with warmth. "They know me well."
Hannatu appreciates family, friends
She also expressed gratitude to the many people who had followed her journey in silence, saying she had received numerous private messages she had not yet been able to respond to individually.
"Through this journey, I have treasured so many memories and things in my heart, and I hope to share them with time as God places in my heart to," Hannatu wrote.
"Thank you for praying, thank you for all the private messages I have received and not responded to. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!"
Woman becomes first-time mum at 59
In another story, TUKO also highlighted facts about a 59-year-old woman who reportedly welcomed twins after 17 years of hoping and praying for children.
The news, shared by Temilola Sobola, drew widespread attention, with many describing the birth as a powerful testament to faith and patience.
Source: TUKO.co.ke