By Michael Adeyemo
The Ijesa Community Development Association (ICDA), friends and political associates have showered encommium on the immediate past Speaker of Osun State, Timothy Owoeye as he celebrates his 53rd birthday anniversary.
In a statement by Asiwaju Yinka Fasuyi, the Chairman of the Ijesa Community Development Association (ICDA), he said “your political journey has not only placed you among the foremost lawmakers in Osun State but also established you as a trusted voice for the voiceless and a strong advocate for fairness, justice, and inclusive governance.
“As a steadfast member of the Ijesa Community Development Assembly (ICDA), you have embodied the spirit of “Ijesa for Ijesa Development”, lending your influence and capacity to causes that uplift our homeland. Through your active participation and unwavering support for community-driven initiatives, you have demonstrated that leadership is not about titles, but about impact.”
Fasuyi who doubles as the Asiwaju of Ijesaland lauded Owoeye as someone whose legacy will remain etched in the annals of Ijesaland’s history. “Your belief in collective responsibility resonates deeply with the mission of ICDA. At every turn, you have shown that true progress comes when leaders extend their hands beyond political boundaries to embrace the real issues that affect everyday lives, especially across our various communities in Ijesaland” he concluded.
In the same vein, the Member of the House of Representatives representing Ijesa South Federal Constituency, Hon. Sanya Omirin described the celebrant as a true son of Ijesa land whose deep love and commitment to valuing the progress of Ijesa land can never be overlooked.
In a statement issued on Sunday, Thomas Ogungbangbe, a senatorial aspirant under the APC, lauded Owoeye for demonstrating exemplary leadership at the Assembly, describing him as a forthright legislator and an astute administrator.
Ogungbangbe also extolled Owoeye’s competence, discipline, and maturity in directing the affairs of the 7th Assembly while also acknowledging his commitment to the ideals of democracy and the rule of law.
Engr Olufemi Akosike, a party stalwart from Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, described Owoeye as a champion of democracy and dedicated public servant whose leadership, vision, and commitment to public service have earned him a special place in the hearts of many.
Brig Gen Biodun Adewinbi said, “Rt Hon. Timothy Owoeye is a man of the people whose leadership transverse the regions of this nation and even beyond. Your leadership of the House has brought about tremendous development and values to members and Osun State. You have taken Osun State House of Assembly beyond an enviable height.”
A chieftain of the party from Ife Federal Constituency, Hon. Olusegun Fanibe (Oko-Arugbo) said it gives him great joy to celebrate a progressive personality who stood all his way for the Progressives core values and rose to the position of prominence in the political landscape of Osun State politics.
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