Kunle Adelabu
The Majority Leader of the 10th Senate, Senator (Dr.) Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, CON, Senator (Dr.) Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, CON, and the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Sen. Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, last Friday, were among eminent guests that graced the special prayer session in celebration of the 60th birthday celebration of the former Majority Leader, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon Sanai Oyeniran Bolanle Agunbiade.
The special session took place at the White House country home of the celebrant, at Oke Ota – Ona area of Ikorodu Local Government.
The special birthday session is themed, :Reminder of God’s Faithfulness”
The wife of the Senator, Mrs Feyisola Abiru, former Chief Whip, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Abdulateef Rotimi Abiru, and his wife, Permanent Member, Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board, Dr. (Otunba) Saheed Oladapo Ibikunle, APC chieftain, Alhaji Musiliu Sulaimon (Ola 4), former APC Chairman, Ikorodu LG, Alhaji Taiwo Longe, Media aide to the Senator, Mr. Enitan Olukotun, Senator’s Personal Assistant, Mr. Lade Farayibi, APC chieftain, Comrade Kehinde Okeowo, bossom friend of the celebrant and former Principal of Oriwu Senior Model College, Ikorodu, Pastor Akeem Bello among many others were among dignitaries who graced the occasion.
The former Majority Leader appreciated the team from the Green Chamber of the National Assembly, and other guests at the special celebration.
He expressed his tremendous appreciation to the Senator Abiru for his camaraderie.
“We are proud of him as our Senator in Ikorodu and Lagos East Senatorial District as a whole. Thank you very much for this great honor, and also for bringing the Leader of the 10th Senate along. Today, I am not celebrating but rather having a thanksgiving for God’s faithfulness and mercy in the last 60 years of my life”, he said.
Meanwhile, eminent personalities and others have congratulated Hon. Agunbiade on his 60th birthday landmark. Many of these felicitations were shared on THE IMPACT platform.
Sir & Lady Ayodele Elesho, KJW, the Agba Akin and Yeye Fuwagboye of Ikorodu Kingdom, congratulated the former lawmaker and wished him well.
“Oni Lojo Ibi E, Sanai Bolanle Agunbiade, Emi E, As Pupo ooo!
“Opomulero Moja Alekan, Almighty Allah will bless your new age with all your heart desires.
“We wish you well in all ramifications today & all the days of your life. CONGRATULATIONS”, Sir Elesho and wife said.
The former Chairman, NULGE Ikorodu LG and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ikorodu, Comrade Kehinde Okeowo, also expressed her best wishes to the celebrant.
“OPOMULERO la wa ki o, Iwu Le Le Le, We Ma Ku O We Ma Run,We Ma Gbe Si Kekere. Ajodun Modun O, Ajodun Kodun Aroko ooooo!
“This Is The Day That The Lord Has Made, You Will Surely Rejoice And Be Happy In It.
“It’s Been God All The Way In Your Journey Of Life. I Join Numerous Well Wishers To Celebrate You On Your Diamond Birthday. May Lines Continue To Fall In Pleasant Places For You In Good Health And Happiness.
“Thanks So Much For All You Do Sir.
“Happy Birthday And Welcome To The 6th Floor”, she said.
Pastor Akeem Bello, a retired Director, Ministry of Education and Best Principal in Nigeria in 2023, described his childhood friend as an icon.
“I celebrate an Icon at 60. It’s just like yesterday that we’ve known each other, from the days of running around as teenagers to this incredible milestone.
“I give glory to God for the successes you have made and the hurdles you have overcome.
“You’ve been more like a brother than just a friend.
“Today, I’m reminded of all the laughs, adventures, and memories we’ve shared along the way.
“I pray that God, in His Mercy, will grant you Long life and prosperity in divine Health in Jesu’s name.
“Wish you a day filled with love, joy, and celebration, and years ahead filled with health, happiness, and more good times and many more memories in the years to come. HAPPY BIRTHDAY”, Pastor Bello said.
Mr Hassan Temidayo, a lecture and Convener, Easygold Initiative for Mental Awareness, also congratulating the Hon. Agunbiade who was the first Chairman, Nigerian Majority Leaders Forum, described him as a dependable leader and strong legislative voice.
“Honourable S.O.B. Agunbiade, a pillar of leadership and a voice of wisdom in Lagos State, has reached his 60th birthday!
“You have established a lasting legacy as a former Majority Leader of the Lagos State House of Assembly, demonstrating progressive leadership via your dedication to Ikorodu and Lagos in general. May you continue to find strength, happiness, and fulfilment in this new chapter.
“As you commemorate this milestone, may you be surrounded by the love and appreciation of everyone who values your significant service. Your journey has inspired many. Cheers to many more prosperous, healthy, and meaningful years ahead!”, he said.
