The Chairman of the Enugu State Council of Traditional Rulers, His Royal Majesty, Igwe Samuel Ikechukwu Asadu (Igwe Ogadagidi), has congratulated the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on his 52nd birthday, describing him as a revered traditional ruler whose leadership continues to promote Yoruba cultural heritage, national unity and peaceful coexistence.
In a congratulatory message in Enugu on Saturday, Igwe Asadu commended the Ooni for his commitment to preserving the rich cultural traditions of the Yoruba people while using the traditional institution as a platform for promoting peace, development and mutual understanding among Nigerians.
The Enugu traditional rulers' chairman noted that the Ooni's influence extends beyond Ile-Ife and the Yoruba nation, adding that his engagements across ethnic, religious and cultural divides have continued to strengthen the bonds of unity and brotherhood among Nigerians.
Igwe Asadu said the Ooni's dedication to the advancement of traditional institutions and his consistent advocacy for youth empowerment, humanitarian service and cultural diplomacy had earned him respect and admiration across the country.
He further described the Ooni's 52nd birthday as an opportunity to celebrate a distinguished monarch whose reign has continued to highlight the relevance of traditional rulers in nation-building, community development and the preservation of Nigeria's cultural identity.
According to him, traditional rulers have a vital role to play in promoting peace, fostering harmonious relationships among communities and supporting initiatives that advance the welfare of their people.
“I commend the Ooni of Ife for his unwavering commitment to preserving Yoruba cultural heritage and leveraging the traditional institution to promote peace, unity, development and mutual understanding among Nigerians.
“His Majesty’s influence transcends Ile-Ife and the Yoruba nation, as his engagements across ethnic, religious and cultural divides continue to foster national cohesion and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood among Nigerians.
“As he celebrates his 52nd birthday, I pray for more years of good health, wisdom and divine guidance as he continues to contribute to the development of his people and the unity and progress of our dear country, Igwe Asadu said.
Igwe asadu, who is the immediate past Chairman, Southeast Council of Traditional Ruler, wished Ooni a peaceful, fulfilling and prosperous new year of his life, expressing confidence that his reign would continue to bring honour to the ancient throne of Ile-Ife and the traditional institution in Nigeria.
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