Olusesi Akinoso Salutes Obasanjo at 85, Hails His Contributions to National Issues

The leading aspirant into the Ogun State House of Assembly from Abeokuta South Constituency 2, Olusesi Akinoso has hailed Chief Aremu Olusegun Obasanjo having attained the age of 85 years.

In a congratulatory message to Obasanjo, Akinoso described him as a man of few words, but of great leadership qualities, adding that his wise and consistent admonitions on national issues have been outstanding and impactful.

He stated that the Balogun of Owu is a detribalised Nigerian, whose benevolence has impacted many lives beyond tribe, religion, gender, social status and partisan frontiers.

Akinoso commended the ex-President from 1999 to 2007 for his inspiring role in the defence and promotion of democracy in Nigeria. 

According to him, “As a respectable leader and elder statesman, you have genuinely provided opportunities for people to eke out a living from their God-given potential with your massive investments in education, agriculture, media, hospitality, water and oil and gas.

“You have made outstanding contributions to the socio-economic and political growth of Nigeria and we will continue to be inspired by your patriotism and love for this great country. 

“Over the years, you have remained a large-hearted, philanthropist and a people’s leader with mass followership across the country and beyond.

“You bestrode Nigeria’s political landscape and as you clock 85 years today, it is my prayer and that of millions of the people of Ogun State and every Nigerian that God will continue to strengthen you in your service to God and humanity,” he said.