Kunle Adelabu
It’s another birthday for a renowned educationist and former Rector of the now defunct Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH), Chief Ayodeji Babatunde Iginla, the Akomolede of Ikorodu Kingdom, as he added another year today.
In celebrating the celebrant who was very popular among staff and students during his time as the administrator of the former Polytechnic which, today, has changed to the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), associates, friends, well – wishers and former students of LASPOTECH, have been felicitating him on THE IMPACT, LASPOTECH Alumni and residents of Ikorodu across other platforms.
The General Secretary, LASPOTECH Alumni, Lagos State chapter, Comrade Temidayo Hassan (Dee One), described him as a great leader who impacted immensely on students and his community.
“Happy Birthday to a truly great man, Mr. Ayodeji Babatunde Iginla.
“Your commitment to positively impacting the lives of others is inspiring.
“May this new year brings you even more opportunities to continue your incredible work.
“Wishing you joy, good health, and boundless success. Have a fantastic celebration, my Daddy and mentor!@ Engr Iginla”.
Otunba Fatal Olukoga, a former Special Adviser on Education in Lagos State, celebrating Iginla, said:
“As usual,happy birthday, my friend, Rector , Iginla (aka the all mighty tree).
“May God continue to bless you with good health and a long life with complimentary joy love ,mercy ,peace, and happiness.
Aderibigbe (A.R.A), a former LASPOTECH student and public analyst, said that the celebrant is a father of all.
“Happy Birthday to the father of Plenty Children…
“Wishing you many more years of abundant grace and blessings”, he said.
Former Chairman, National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Comrade Kehinde Okeowo, described him as an exemplary personality.
“Happy Birthday to a Man of Honour worthy of Emulation. May God continue to bless your days with abundant grace, happiness and unending joy to enjoy the fruits of your labour.
” Thanks so much for all you do sir.
“Congratulations and many happy returns sir”.
Mr Seun Odesanya, LASPOTECH alumni, in his own congratulatory message, said:
“Happy birthday to a quintessential man of peace and builder of men.
“You are a pillar of support to countless people, and you help people to develop themselves into a well meaning human beings.
“Words are not enough to describe you as you are a man of many parts.
“Congratulations and happy birthday sir”, he said.
Mr Kareem Arigbabu, LASPOTECH alumni and lecturer, Department of Mass Communication, LASUSTECH, also wrote:
“HBD MHRs LLnP, to our Oga for life. Wishing you good health, more wealth, great happiness and everlasting wisdom.
“Igba odun, odun kan ni sir.
“Your mentorship truly has touched the lives of countless students and staff, inspiring them to strive for greatness and embrace the values of integrity and hard work. Beyond the walls of the institution, your role as a community leader has been equally significant, fostering unity and progress.
“I equally join others today, we celebrate not just your birthday, but the legacy of a man who has dedicated his life to uplifting others and driving positive change.
“May this new AGE brings you even more Success, Fulfillment, and Happinesss.
“We love you sir!”.