By Toba Adedeji, Osogbo
The Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola on Wednesday eulogized a former hover over of the State, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, on his 70th birthday anniversary.
Oyetola described Oyinlola who served as Military Administrator in Lagos State before he emerged the governor in Osun State as the people’s prince.
A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr Ismail Omipidan noted that his “grass-to-grace story remains a huge encouragement and a robust inspiration for the army of Osun and Nigerian youths who are looking for direction and guidance to the top in a sorely challenged nation”.
“On behalf of the Government and the good people of the State of Osun, I join family members, friends, associates and well-wishers to felicitate a former Governor of our dear State, His Excellency, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, on the auspicious occasion of his 70th birthday anniversary.
“As you attain an exciting milestone in life today, I celebrate the Grace of God upon your life and His enduring graciousness.
“Orphaned at nine but privileged to be No.1 Citizen of two States in your fatherland through ‘solid personal achievements,’ your grass-to-grace story remains a huge encouragement and a robust inspiration for the army of Osun and Nigerian youths who are looking for direction and guidance to the top in a sorely challenged nation.
“As age is synonymous with wisdom, we believe that Osun State and the nation will continue to benefit from the latest addition to our League of Septuagenarians.”
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