Wife of the former Governor of Oyo State, Dr ( Mrs.) Florence Ajimobi has felicitated the Soun of Ogbomosoland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege 11, on his birthday.
In a statement issued on the occasion of the highly revered monarch’s birthday at the weekend, Mrs Ajimobi, who is also the President of the Senator Abiola Ajimobi Foundation (SAAF), acknowledged the peaceful reign, the visionary and purposeful tenure of the monarch since he assumed the stool of his forefathers, adding that the tenure has brought unity to Ogbomosoland.
The statement reads:
“On behalf of myself and family, I extend my warmest and most heartfelt felicitations to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege II, the Soun of Ogbomosoland, on the auspicious occasion of your birthday.
“Today is a day of celebration, not just for Your Majesty and the royal household, but for the entire great people of Ogbomosoland and Oyo State as a whole. It is a day to thank Almighty God for His grace, mercy, and the gift of a visionary leader whose life is a testament to service and dedication.
“Your ascension to the revered throne of your ancestors was a call to service at a most critical time, and in the period since, we have watched with admiration as you have begun the thoughtful and purposeful work of uniting your people and steering the ancient kingdom towards a future of continued progress and prosperity. Your unique background and wealth of experience are already serving as a valuable compass for this new chapter.
She said the Monarch’s birthday is an opportunity, “ to pray for your reign: that it may be long, peaceful, and filled with wisdom. May the Almighty God grant you robust health, divine wisdom, and the strength required to lead your people and contribute meaningfully to the development of our dear Oyo State. We pray that under your guidance, Ogbomosoland will continue to flourish and its people will thrive in unity and peace.
“Once again, happy birthday, Kabiyesi. May your new year be blessed with immeasurable joy and fulfilment”.
