Oluwo of Iwoland, HIM Oba (Dr.) Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has joined Nigerians to felicitate with the Arole Oduduwa, the Ooni of Ife, Alayeluwa, Babatunde Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, on the occasion of his 44th birthday.
In a felicitation message made available to journalists by the Oluwo’s press secretary, Alli Ibraheem, described the monarch as a chosen one and symbol of modern Yoruba nation committing his life to all inclusive charity to the advantage of human race.
The statement lauded Ooni for his administrative proficiency in conducting his institution which has reinvigorated the appointment of youthful monarchs in Yoruba nation.
“Yoruba nation is lucky to have a gentle, calm and silent achiever as a rallying point. Ooni is characterized with wisdom. His versed business experience is an advantage for his administrative proficiency. He is one of those who encouraged youthful monarchs to spring up in our dear cultural nation, more hope, confidence and performance are reposed in youth leading through the conduct of Ooni”
“As today marks yet , another milestone in your history, I join Yoruba race , home and diaspora to celebrate Ojaja II. We hope to see a better digital Yoruba nation in his lifetime. And I pledge my usual support in transforming our race to digital world in no distance time”
“I equally pray for long life, more wisdom, sound health and prosperity for Ooni. May the race celebrate his 90th years on throne and continue to be a pride of the institution he represents. Ooni, accept the assurances of my support and best wishes” Oluwo
Oluwo called for unity among the traditional rulers being a foundation for the Yoruba race.