A member of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, representing Ado Constituency 1, Hon. Ayodeji Adegbite, has felicitated His Imperial Majesty, the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti, Oba Rufus Adejugbe, on the occasion of his 80th birthday and 35th coronation anniversary.
The lawmaker who described the two-in–one celebrations as a remarkable milestones, noted that the over three decades of the monarch on the throne of his forefathers have been very peaceful. Adding that the revered life of the royal father with his exemplary leadership have brought immense blessings to Ado-Ekiti and the entire Ekiti State.
Noting that Ado-Ekiti has continued to witness tremendous growth and development under Ewi’s reign,
Adegbite explained that the royal father played a pivotal role in shaping the city into a respectable and rapidly developing capital and also lauded the monarch’s role in the historic struggle for the creation of Ekiti State.
Adegbite who said that the prominent traditional ruler has continued to carry the stool with dignity while performing his responsibilities accordingly, further described the Ewi’s 35-year reign as one of the most progressive eras in Ado’s history,
According to him, Ewi’s reign has been characterised by peace and unity and these ingredients have continued to motivate Ado indigenes at home and in the diaspora. He identified the monarch as a dependable adviser and an embodiment of wisdom, whose wise counsels have remained invaluable to leaders and community members.
Acknowledging Oba Adejugbe’s efforts in promoting communal harmony and preserving the cultural values and traditional heritage of the people, Adegbite pointed out that the monarch’s contributions to the growth and development of Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State and to nation building have earned him respect in the state, Nigeria and outside the shores of the country.
Adegbite who said the attainment of 80 years is worthy of celebrations, prayed God to grant the royal father long life, good health and many more impactful years on the throne.
He also extended warm congratulations to the royal family, the traditional council, all sons and daughters of Ado-Ekiti and the entire people of Ekiti State.
