GOVERNOR ADELEKE GREETS OLUWO AT 59.

OSOGBO– 21/06/2026– osunstate.gov.ng

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated the paramount ruler of Iwoland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, Telu I, on the auspicious occasion of his 59th birthday, celebrating him as a monarch who exemplifies the heart, excellent and commitment to progress of his people.

Governor Adeleke hails Oba Akanbi’s ferocious promotion of the Yoruba identity and stubborn optimism in a prosperous Nigeria, noting that his unflinching courage and dazzling brilliance has not only spotlighted Iwoland positively but has also attracted opportunities for the town and subjects.

The Governor recognises Kabiyesi’s steady work of harnessing interests and mobilising the abundance of human capitals in his domain towards peace, harmony and development of the ancient town, pointing out that the extraordinary reign of the Oluwo has brought about the first federal institution and the first-ever dual carriageway in Iwoland.

“I heartily felicitate with the Oluwo of Iwoland, HIM Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, Telu I, on the auspicious occasion of his 59th birthday. Kabiyesi is a reminder of what is possible when a leader is unpretentious about the progress of his domain and his people,” Governor Adeleke noted in a congratulatory message.

“From the moment Oba Akanbi assumed the stool of his forebearer, Iwoland has taken the turn for the better as manifest in the visible development and due recognition of his status. Kabiyesi is a voice of reason, which inspires leadership to action, and his commitment to the promotion of Yoruba identity is highly commendable.”

The Governor who joins every sons and daughters of Iwoland to rejoice with Kabiyesi on the occasion of his new age, noted that the monarch “remarkable leadership has not only uplifted his immediate domain but also contributed immensely to fostering communal peace in Osun state.”

Governor Adeleke prays to God Almighty to give Oba Akanbi the grace and sound health to celebrate many more years and to continue to effect his impactful leadership on Iwoland for a long time for the benefit of the people and humanity as a whole.

Signed:
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,
Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor.