Oyo State Governor Abiola Ajimobi has described the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, as an "intellectually, spiritually and physically-endowed monarch, who is passionate about the peace and progress of the Yoruba people."
The governor spoke on Saturday during the 70th birthday anniversary of Olori Ramat Adeyemi, second wife of the Alaafin.
Ajimobi, who noted that discipline and selfless service were vital ingredients of good leadership, said, "Our father has demonstrated high sense of integrity. This is evident in his ability to manage a large family and assert his authority as a leading Yoruba monarch.
"Alaafin is intellectually, spiritually and physically endowed. He has distinguished himself as a leading monarch with integrity. He always strives for the peace and progress of the Yoruba people at all levels.
"You are indeed a pride to Oyo town, our state, the nation and the entire Africa and black race".
Retired Archbishop Ayo Ladigbolu, who read the citation of the hostess, commended the state government for the infrastructural development of the state.
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