Hon. Bosun Ogunleye Hails ABENA at 70, Celebrates His Installation as Asiwaju of Akure Land
Hon. Bosun Ogunleye, Special Assistant to Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa on Mobilization and Coordinator of All Special Assistants in Akure South, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Hon. Sunday Ifedayo Abegunde, popularly known as ABENA, on the joyous occasion of his 70th birthday and his distinguished installation as the Asiwaju of Akure Land.
In a congratulatory message personally signed by Hon. Ogunleye, he described Hon. Abegunde—who currently serves as the Corporate Executive Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)—as a towering figure and a pride of Akure whose contributions to the development of Ondo State and Nigeria at large remain commendable and enduring.
“I, Hon. Bosun Ogunleye, use this medium to felicitate with our beloved leader, Hon. Sunday Ifedayo Abegunde (ABENA), on his 70th birthday and well-deserved installation as the Asiwaju of Akure Land. Your life of service, humility, and visionary leadership continues to inspire many across our land,” he said.
He further appreciated His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Ogunlade Aladelusi Aladetoyinbo CFR, the Deji and Paramount Ruler of Akure Kingdom, for honoring ABENA with such a prestigious chieftaincy title. He noted that the choice reflects wisdom and the monarch’s deep understanding of the values of leadership and legacy.
Hon. Ogunleye concluded with prayers for divine guidance and strength for the newly installed Asiwaju, expressing confidence that Hon. Abegunde will lead with wisdom and compassion, uniting Akure sons and daughters both at home and in the diaspora for the progress and prosperity of Akure Land.