Former Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Adeolu Akande, has extended warm felicitations to Barrister Sarafadeen Ali, the Senator representing Oyo South Senatorial district, on the occasion of his 61st birthday.

In a statement released on Saturday in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital, on Saturday, Akande lauded the lawmaker, describing him as a luminary whose life has been marked by distinguished service to the nation.

“Today, I join the world in celebrating you on your special day, as you mark 61 years of God’s abundant love and glorious impact on humanity,” the former NCC gaffer expressed.

He added, “I wish you many more years of God’s grace in your life.”

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The lawmaker described Ambassador Arapaja, who is also a former deputy governor of Oyo State, as a charismatic politician who has been contributing to the political development of the state.

Balogun, in a statement by his Special Adviser (Media and Publicity), Dapo Falade, further described the newly-elected PDP deputy national chairman (South) as an old wine that is getting stronger each passing day.

He, also described him as a loyal and faithful party chieftain who is committed to the sustenance of peace and unity in the PDP, both in Oyo State and the South-West region and, indeed, in the entire country.

“I hereby wish to congratulate you, the newly-elected deputy national chairman (South) of our great party, the PDP, on your attainment of age 63 years today.

“This is a great achievement, coming this far, both in your private and public life. Indeed, you are like a good wine that is getting stronger and better with each passing day and year.

“As a politician and an elected public officer, you have, at many times, demonstrated that you are truly a man of peace. Your loyalty and commitment to issues that concern our party, the PDP, has never been in doubt,” the statement read.

Senator Balogun urged the PDP chieftain not to relent but continue to strive to do more to serve the interest of the party, the people and the country, especially now that he has been elected as one of the national leaders of the party.

“Now, and more than ever, is the time to prove it to your family, your followers and every other member of the PDP that your election as the deputy national chairman of our party would usher us into greater development and advancement.

“On behalf of myself, my family, my entire political team and the progressive people of the Oyo South Senatorial District, I hereby wish you a happy birthday.

“It is my sincere prayer that God will grant you more strength, wisdom and knowledge as you continue in your service to humanity,” Senator Balogun added.

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Senator Akanbi represented Oyo South Senatorial District between 2015-2019.

The Forum noted  that local government autonomy is a national issue that the APC chieftain,  Akanbi always stood for in and out of the red chambers, with the understanding that local government administration is expected to bring the government closer to the people and, agitation for its fruition in every state of the country should be supported, and nothing should be done to silence its advocacy until it is achieved.

Speaking further, Adesokan heaped praises on the ex-lawmaker  for quality representation of his constituents during his tenure as  well as facilitating various projects that are adding values to lives of the people of the senatorial district. He further lauded his contributions through his  Rilwan Adesoji Akanbi Foundation (RAAF) .

Responding, Senator Akanbi thanked the lawmakers for recognizing his efforts.  While describing the Forum as the symbol of the party, he noted that  as a grassroot person, a bottom-up approach and not otherwise is necessary to ensure victory, fairness and successful consolidation of the progressives.

He recommended that in the interest of the party and progress of the State, the forum should refrain from promoting aspirants or ambitions, but  to work towards ensuring harmony among all APC  members in the State.

Akanbi also recommended that the party should be harmonised to accommodate all interests.

“Everyone matters, embrace everyone and reach out without bigotry. Except such person is an adversary of the party, there should be no aspiration for now until the party is united, we all should be particular about coalescing the party.

“Refrain from promoting any aspirant for now and please pass the message to other members”, he added.

He, however pledged his continued support, urging them to embark more on prayers, “whatever effort of man is all dependent on God to achieve it”, he said.

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