In Nigeria, the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Ogun State, Oladipupo Adebutu has felicitated with the Awùjalẹ̀ of Ijebu Kingdom, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Ogbagba II, as he marks his 89th birthday.
Adebutu praised the qualities of the traditional ruler, Oba Adetona for his pure advocacy for values and peace, while describing him as – “a significant traditional ruler, who the spoils of office cannot buy”.
In a statement on Thursday by his media aide, Afolabi Orekoya, Adebutu said – “The Awùjalẹ̀ and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Ogbagba II is no doubt a significant traditional ruler, who the spoils of office cannot buy”.
“Since the country’s independence, our Awùjalẹ̀, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona has been a great actor and refined contributor to the socio-cultural, political and developmental history of Nigeria”.
“He is a great custodian of cultural values and advocate of peace, who is always on the side of history and traditions”.
“He has in no small measure made us great in all areas of Ijebu ethnicity, and as an Ijebu-man, I am so proud to celebrate him as he marks his 89th birthday, and I also pray for long life and prosperity for him and all our people around the world”, – statement reads.
He further hailed the people of Ijebu at home and abroad for their noble mention around the world, as he prayed for the King’s longevity on the throne of his forefathers.
