Aarebirin Hon. Princess Dr. Folashade Olabanji-Oba Celebrates Prince Abiodun Ogunleye At 86

Honourable Commissioner, Lagos State Local Government Service Commission, Aarebirin Hon. Princess Dr. Folashade Olabanji-Oba, has celebrated the Apex Leader of Ikorodu Division, Excellency Prince Abiodun Ogunleye, on the occasion of his 86th birthday.

In a heartfelt tribute titled “To A Father, A Statesman, A Legend,” Princess Olabanji-Oba described Prince Ogunleye as a father indeed, a leader who guides with humility and a pillar upon which the progressive politics of Lagos State and Ikorodu Division stands.

“Baba mi, Baba Ikorodu, Baba gbogbo wa! Today, the heavens rejoice as we celebrate not just your 86th birthday, but 86 years of purposeful leadership, uncommon wisdom, and selfless service,” she said.

She noted that Prince Ogunleye’s life is a testament that power can be gentle, that leadership can be kind, and that true greatness lies in lifting others.

“You have raised generations of leaders, you have held Ikorodu together with love and grace, and you have shown us all that service is the highest honour,” she added.

The former Vice Chairman of Ikorodu Local Government said on behalf of the people of Ikorodu, her family, political family, Grow Ikorodu @ FolashadeOba, Amazons, Asiwaju Distinguished Ambassadors Movement (ADAM), Shelter of Grace Foundation, and the PFO Cares family, she prays that Almighty God will continue to keep the elder statesman in perfect health.

“We pray that the Almighty God will continue to keep you in perfect health, grant you long life, boundless joy, peace and more years of impactful service to Lagos State, Ikorodu Division and humanity at large,” she prayed.

She thanked him for being a compass and pride to Ikorodu Division, wishing him many happy returns.

Prince Abiodun Ogunleye, a member of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) and Apex Leader of Ikorodu Division, is widely revered for his fatherly role and contributions to the growth of progressive politics in Lagos State.