Famous fashion designer Victoria James, popularly known as Veekee James, has welcomed her first child with her husband, Femi Atere. The celebrity designer announced the arrival of their baby girl, Eliana Adeife Atere, through a heartfelt Instagram post on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Veekee James Shares Emotional Family Video
Veekee James revealed that Eliana was born on May 2, 2026, sharing the joyful news with fans in a touching video featuring herself, her husband, and their newborn. In the post, she explained the meaning behind her daughter’s name, saying it was drawn from Hebrew roots and carried a deep spiritual significance.
Name Meaning: “EL (God) and ANA (He has answered), signifying ‘My God has answered.’”
The designer also explained the biblical inspiration behind the name, referencing a verse that reflected her gratitude and prayers: “For this child I prayed; and the Lord hath given me my petition which I asked of him.” – 1 Samuel 1:27.
Alongside the announcement, Veekee James introduced an Instagram page created for baby Eliana. Within just one hour, the account gained more than 16,000 followers as fans rushed to celebrate the new addition to the family.
Fans and Celebrities React
The video post quickly went viral, drawing warm messages and congratulations from admirers and fellow celebrities. Personalities such as Mo Abudu, Osas Ighodaro, Tomike Adeoye, and Kie Kie were among those who joined in celebrating the couple’s joyous moment, flooding the comments with love and blessings for the newborn.
- Mo Abudu: “Congratulations my darling, we give God all glory, she is beautiful.”
- Osas Ighodaro: “God is so good!!!! Congratulations my darling!! AND SHE IS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL, sooooo pretty!!”
- Tomike Adeoye: “Thank you Lord for our beautiful Testimony!!! Congratulations Mama ati Papa Eliana.”
- Kie Kie: “What the Lord has done for you is Marvelous and His Joy will never depart from you. Congratulations Veekee!”
- Aydeecool: “Congratulations the Ateres, this news is such a breath of fresh air. Eliana you are blessed beyond measure in Jesus mighty name. Amen.”
Veekee James Clashes with Troll Over Pregnancy
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Veekee James and a childbirth monitor clashed in the comments on actress Ini Dima-Okojie's pregnancy reveal post. Nollywood actress Ini Dima Okojie and her husband Abasi Eneobong had announced they were expecting their first child on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, through an adorable video showcasing her baby bump. Veekee James, who was also expecting at the time, congratulated Ini but was criticised by a troll who questioned her pregnancy timeline, prompting the designer to fire back with a sharp response.
