Engr. Nurudeen Adeyemi Balogun, APC stalwart and renowned Community Development Advocate, has extended warm felicitations to His Royal Majesty, Oba Ahmed Babalola Awuni Arepo III, the Elese of Igbaja, on the occasion of his 98th birthday anniversary.
In his congratulatory message, Engr. Adeyemi described the revered monarch as a symbol of wisdom, peace, cultural pride, and selfless leadership whose reign has continued to inspire generations within and beyond Igbaja Kingdom.
In an address personally signed by him, he praised Elese’s leadership acumen and fatherly love.
“Today, with hearts filled with gratitude to Almighty God, we celebrate a royal father of uncommon grace, wisdom, and enduring legacy, His Royal Majesty, Oba Ahmed Babalola Awuni Arepo III, the Elese of Igbaja, as he graciously marks his 98th birthday anniversary.
Kabiyesi remains a shining example of purposeful leadership, humility, and fatherly love. His peaceful reign has continued to unite sons and daughters of Igbaja Kingdom both at home and in the diaspora, while promoting harmony, development, and cultural preservation across the land.
At 98, Baba’s life stands as a testimony of God’s faithfulness and a source of inspiration to younger generations. His open-heartedness, commitment to community growth, and deep passion for humanity have made Igbaja a kingdom admired for peace, hospitality, and progress.
On this special occasion, I join family members, traditional institutions, political associates, and the good people of Igbaja and Igbomina land in praying for Kabiyesi’s continued sound health, peace of mind, divine strength, and many more years of impactful royal guidance. May your throne continue to flourish in peace and honour. Igba Odun, Odun Kan ni o lorile, Kabiyesi.”
Engr. Adeyemi further reaffirmed his admiration for the monarch’s fatherly role in fostering unity, development, and cultural values that continue to shape the future of the community positively.
