The Obalufe of Ife land, HRM Oba Idowu Olaniyi Adediwura, has congratulated the Arole Oduduwa, Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II on his 48th birthday anniversary.
The Obalufe who is the second in command to the Ooni in his congratulatory message made available to journalists on Sunday, described Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi as his father and benefactor, who long before now, found nothing but beautiful tomorrow in him.
He described the Ooni as a model to other traditional rulers in the country and beyond, adding that Ooni’s elevated engagement and informed intervention on national issues endeared him to many people, particularly the youths.
According to the statement, “Today, I am delighted to celebrate my father and benefactor, the Arole Oduduwa, Ooni Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi as he celebrates his birthday”.
The Obalufe, praised the Ooni for his exemplary leadership and courage. He also added that Ooni Ogunwusi’s pan Nigerian disposition has helped to promote unity and sustained peace in the country.
“Today, I celebrate Ooni Ogunwusi for his exemplary leadership. His style and elevated engagement, has become a model to many other traditional rulers in the country.
“It is also worthy of note, that Ooni Ogunwusi pan Nigerian disposition is helping to promote unity and peace among Nigeria’s constituent groups and ethnic nationalities.
The Ooni’s second in command, also commended him for his deliberate commitment to young people.
“I also want to commend Ooni Ogunwusi’s deliberate commitment to the development of young people in the country, through his many Programmes particularly the Royal African Young Leadership Forum.
“Through these Programmes, he is promoting inclusion, enterprise and innovation among Nigeria’s young people” he added.
The Obalufe, however wished the Ooni many happy returns on the throne. He also prayed that the almighty God will continue to bless and keep the Ooni as he continues towards even greater endeavors.
“On behalf of my royal family and the 16th Ife traditional king makers, I say a big CONGRATULATIONS to you Kabiyesi, Happy Birthday to you sir” Obalufe concluded.
