The Convener of the Oyo APC Peace Advocates, **Prince Niran Adeyoju (SDM)**, has extended warm felicitations to the **Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja**, on the occasion of his 82nd birthday, describing him as an accomplished statesman, revered traditional ruler and an enduring symbol of wisdom and leadership.
In a congratulatory message issued on Friday by his Executive Assistant Elder David Oluokun, Prince Adeyoju praised the monarch’s remarkable contributions to the growth of Ibadanland, Oyo State and Nigeria, noting that his decades of service in politics, governance and traditional leadership have earned him widespread respect across the country.
The APC chieftain said Oba Ladoja’s life exemplifies dedication to public service, peaceful coexistence and the preservation of Yoruba cultural heritage, adding that his reign continues to inspire confidence in the traditional institution.
“On behalf of the Oyo APC Peace Advocates, I heartily congratulate His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, on the joyous occasion of his 82nd birthday. Your Majesty’s life has been a testament to courage, integrity, humility and unwavering commitment to the progress of Ibadanland and Oyo State,” Adeyoju stated.
He further commended the Olubadan for fostering peace, unity and harmony among the people of Ibadanland, describing his fatherly disposition and wealth of experience as invaluable assets to the development of the ancient city.
Prince Adeyoju prayed that Almighty God would continue to bless the revered monarch with sound health, divine wisdom, strength and many more years of peaceful and impactful reign on the throne of his forebears.
“As Your Majesty celebrates this milestone, we pray that God grants you continued good health, greater wisdom and abundant grace to lead Ibadanland to even greater heights of peace, unity and prosperity,” he added.
The Oyo APC Peace Advocates Convener concluded by wishing the Olubadan a joyous birthday celebration and a long, peaceful and prosperous reign in service to Ibadanland and the Yoruba nation.