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Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has greeted the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on the celebration of his 51st birthday.
He extolled the foremost monarch’s leadership, cultural vision, and enduring commitment to unity and development.
In a statement issued on Friday, Governor Adeleke described the revered Arole Oduduwa as a beacon of peace, cultural rebirth, and national inspiration, whose reign has brought renewed vitality to the ancient city of Ile-Ife and global prominence to Yoruba heritage.
“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,” he said.
Governor Adeleke lauded the Ooni for his transformational traditional leadership, youth empowerment initiatives, and his bridge-building efforts across ethnic and religious divides.
He noted that under the monarch’s stewardship, Ile-Ife has witnessed remarkable social and economic progress while the Yoruba cultural identity has gained renewed global recognition.
“Kabiyesi has continued to project the glory of Yoruba culture and tradition on the world stage, advancing the 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,” Adeleke said.
The governor further commended the Ooni’s pivotal role as Chairman of the Osun State Council of Traditional Rulers, noting his unwavering commitment to fostering collaboration among royal fathers and strengthening traditional institutions across the state.
“As Kabiyesi marks this new age in good health and divine favour, I pray to Almighty God and Eledumare to continue to grant him wisdom, long life, and renewed strength to guide his people and contribute to the prosperity of Osun State and Nigeria,” Adeleke concluded.
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