The Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, Distinguished Senator Lere Oyewumi, Ph.D, has warmly congratulated the Oluwo of Iwo, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, Telu I, as he marks his 58th birthday, describing him as a rare gem among traditional rulers and a symbol of transformative leadership.
Senator Oyewumi praised the royal father for his relentless commitment to the growth and upliftment of Iwoland. He acknowledged Oba Akanbi's forward-thinking leadership, describing his reign as one marked by remarkable progress, modernization, and cultural pride.
“Your Majesty, you have consistently demonstrated boldness, wisdom, and compassion in the service of your people. You have used your royal influence not just to preserve our heritage but to inspire development and unity across Iwoland and beyond,” Senator Oyewumi stated.
He lauded the monarch’s visionary efforts in attracting development through strategic partnerships and leveraging his global reach to benefit his kingdom, adding that the king’s leadership has become a shining example for both traditional and contemporary governance models.
"Kabiyesi, as you celebrate this new age, I pray that the Almighty continues to preserve you and strengthen you with divine wisdom. May your days be long in good health and greater influence. May your throne remain exalted, your legacy continue to shine, and may your reign bring more blessings, prosperity, and honor to the great people of Iwoland. I pray that peace shall continually dwell within your palace and that your name shall be remembered for generations as a royal father who truly loved and served his people with dignity and vision."
Senator Oyewumi reaffirmed his admiration and respect for the monarch and wished him many more fulfilling years on the throne.