Prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders and religious figures have paid glowing tributes to the Chairman of the Lagos State Governance Advisory Council (GAC), Prince Tajudeen Oluyole Olusi, describing him as a moral compass and an exemplary leader as he marks his 90th birthday.
The tributes were delivered at a special prayer and thanksgiving service held at the Lagos Central Mosque, where political associates, community leaders and religious stakeholders gathered to celebrate the elder statesman’s decades of service to Lagos State and Nigeria.
The gathering also provided an opportunity to reflect on Olusi’s contributions to public service, community development and the growth of the ruling party.
Speaking at the event, the Secretary of the Lagos State Governance Advisory Council, Alhaji Mutiu Are, commended the celebrant for dedicating much of his life to serving his political associates, community and the nation.
Are described the milestone as an opportunity to reflect on Olusi’s enduring contributions to public life and his commitment to the ideals he has upheld throughout his political career.
The Lagos State APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for their commitment to leadership and governance.
Ojelabi also commended the planning committee for organising the thanksgiving service and other activities to commemorate the 90th birthday of the party chieftain.
In his remarks, the Secretary of the Prince Tajudeen Oluyole Olusi at 90 Planning Committee, Dr Seyi Bamgbade, said the celebrant deserved recognition for his contributions to Nigeria’s development and longstanding support for President Tinubu and his family.
He noted that the celebration offered an opportunity to acknowledge Olusi’s years of service and his role in the political journey of the ruling party.
In his sermon, the Chief Imam of Lagos State, Sheikh Sulaimon Oluwatoyin Abou-Nolla, offered prayers for the celebrant, asking Allah to grant him continued strength, sound health and more years of service to humanity.
The cleric urged younger Nigerians to draw inspiration from Olusi’s dedication to public service and commitment to the common good.
He also called on Lagos residents and political leaders to sustain the state’s tradition of progressive governance and development.
The thanksgiving service was part of activities marking Olusi’s 90th birthday, celebrating a political career and public life that have earned him recognition among political associates, community leaders and religious stakeholders.
