President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has expressed his appreciation to the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III for his continuous support of his government in its efforts to accelerate the pace of socio-economic development in Nigeria.
President Jonathan, who wrote today to felicitate with the Alaafin on the occasion of his 76th birthday anniversary which comes up tomorrow, Wednesday, commended the monarch’s laudable contributions to peace, harmony and progress in Oyo State and Nigeria.
“On behalf of my family, the Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I write to convey warm felicitations to Your Highness on the occasion of your 76th birthday anniversary.
“You have not only continued to use your exalted throne to promote peace, harmony and progress in your kingdom and Oyo State, you have also continued to provide unwavering support for our Administration in our determined quest to reposition our dear nation for enduring stability and sustained growth and development. For this, I thank Your Highness.”
President Jonathan wished Oba Adeyemi very happy birthday celebrations, even as he prayed to God to continue to bless the Alaafin with good health and grant him many more years of worthy service to Oyo State and Nigeria.
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