The Nigerian President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has celebrated the Monarch Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, who clocked 89 on 10th May, 2023.
In a statement released by the President-elect aide, Tunde Rahman, while expressing his joy, happiness, Tinubu praised the King for his wisdom and industry that have combined to make his reign peaceful and productive.
He added that Oba Adetona’s reign has brought unprecedented physical development not only in Ijebu-Ode and his Kingdom but in the entire Ijebuland where he is the paramount ruler.
Being one of the longest reigning monarchs in the world, the king has brought dignity, honour and prestige to the pre-eminent throne of his forebears in the last 63 years”, Asiwaju said.
For his courage and principled stand on many national issues, especially those that bother on the welfare of the people of Nigeria, the President -elect saluted Oba Adetona for being a consistent moral voice.
He also noted the monarch’s refusal to compromise himself for pecuniary gains. “I rejoice with our royal father, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the great Awujale of Ijebuland on his birthday.
“At 89, Kabiyesi has received the immense grace and favour of God. I am happy that even though Kabiyesi is advanced in age, he is still at his duty post serving the people of Ijebuland with utmost dedication.
“In his 63 years reign, Oba Adetona brought dignity, honour and respect to the throne of Awujale to the admiration of all the sons and daughters of Ijebuland and Yorubaland in general.
“In any period of moral crisis, Oba Adetona always stand to be counted on the side of the people and country, and for this, Kabiyesi earns my total respect.
“I join the family, sons and daughters of Ijebuland and indeed all the admirers of Kabiyesi around the world to wish him happy birthday and pray for more years in good health for him on the throne of his forebears”, president-elect said.
