President Goodluck Jonathan on Sunday felicitated with the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Samuel Odulana, on his 99th birthday
.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on
Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, the President prayed that God,
who had blessed the traditional ruler with “extraordinary” longevity
would grant him many more years of good health and commendable service
to the nation.
The statement read, “President Goodluck
Jonathan greets and felicitates with the Olubadan, Oba Samuel Odulana as
the revered traditional ruler of Ibadanland celebrates his attainment
of the remarkable age of 99 years today.
“On behalf of himself, his family, the
Federal Government and the people of Nigeria, President Jonathan wishes
the Olubadan very happy birthday celebrations.
“The President notes that Oba Odulana
has deployed his immense experience, knowledge and wisdom for the great
benefit of his people since his assumption of the ancient throne of
Ibadanland.”
Meanwhile, Bishop of Oke Ogun Anglican
Diocese, Solomon Amusan, has urged Ibadan people to remain committed to
the call for creation of Ibadan State.
He also implored them to build a new palace in honour of the Olubadan.
Amusan spoke on Sunday at the thanksgiving service in commemoration of the Oba’s birthday.
