Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has hailed the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, on his 51st birthday, describing the monarch as a beacon of peace, cultural rebirth, and national inspiration.
Adeleke in a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, said Ooni Ogunwusi’s reign has become synonymous with transformational traditional leadership, youth empowerment, and cultural diplomacy.
He praised the monarch’s tireless commitment to advancing development within Ile-Ife and promoting harmony among diverse peoples and faiths.
“It gives me immense pleasure to celebrate our royal father, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on the occasion of his 51st birthday. Kabiyesi’s life and reign continue to exemplify vision, courage, and compassion, attributes that define great leaders and enduring legacies,” Governor Adeleke said.
He noted that under the Ooni’s dynamic leadership, Ile-Ife has witnessed renewed social and economic vitality, while the Yoruba cultural identity has gained global recognition and respect through the monarch’s innovative outreach and bridge-building initiatives.
“Kabiyesi has continued to project the glory of Yoruba culture and tradition on the world stage, advancing values of peace, unity, and progress. His consistent advocacy for youth inclusion and community development reflects a deep understanding of leadership as service to humanity,” the Governor added.
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