Gbenro Adesina
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly have described Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, Aje Ogungunniso 1 as royal pillar and custodian of the values, history and tradition of the people.
The duo stated this on Wednesday August 26, 2020, while congratulating the monarch on his 92nd birthday anniversary.
Makinde, in a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Taiwo Adisa, acknowledged that the foremost monarch “personifies greatness and honour”.
He stated, “On behalf of the government of Oyo State, the sons and daughters of Ibadanland and the good people of Oyo State, I celebrate our revered father and monarch, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Saliu Adetunji, Aje Ogungunniso 1, on his 92nd birthday. Kabiyesi has been our royal pillar and custodian of the great values, rich history and tradition of our people”.
“His tenure has coincided with huge successes, unprecedented growth and development of his domain. Oba Adetunji has continued to personify greatness, honour and candour and he has continued to be an exemplar as a royal father and elder. Kabiyesi, as you add another year, may the Almighty God uphold you and imbue you with good health and agility to continue to lead your people”, he added.
Speaker Ogundoyin also said, “As you celebrate your 92nd birthday, may your reign keep bringing peace, progress and development to Ibadan and the entire people of Oyo State”.
