Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has sent heartfelt congratulations to the Ayangburen of Ikorodu and Vice Chairman of the Lagos State Council of Obas and Chiefs, Oba Kabiru Shotobi, on his 10th coronation anniversary.
In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, on Saturday, the governor praised the traditional ruler’s exceptional leadership.
“On behalf of my family, the Government and the people of Lagos State, I congratulate Oba Kabiru Shotobi on his 10th coronation as the paramount ruler of Ikorodu,” he said.
He added that the monarch “deserves all the accolades for the impactful and purposeful life that he has lived, especially in the last 10 years of his reign as the Ayangburen of Ikorodu.”
Sanwo-Olu further declared: “His reign as the Ayangburen of Ikorodu has been a beacon of wisdom, benevolence and cultural heritage, enriching the lives of his subjects and the larger Lagos State populace.”
Highlighting the Oba’s commitment to communal harmony, the governor noted that “Oba Shotobi’s commitment to peace, unity and progress is well known and deeply respected.” He also commended the monarch’s dedication to advancing Ikorodu’s development, saying, “I commend his passion and commitment to the growth, development and prosperity of the ancient town of Ikorodu as traditional ruler and our dear State as the Vice Chairman of the Lagos State Council of Obas and Chiefs.”
As the traditional ruler marks the milestone, the governor offered prayers for his continued strength and reign: “As Oba Shotobi marks this milestone, it is my prayer that the Almighty God will continue to bless him with good health, wisdom and many more years of service to Ikorodu, Lagos State and our dear country, Nigeria.”
He concluded with warm wishes for sustained harmony and development: “May his reign continue to bring peace, love, prosperity and unity to Ikorodu and beyond.”
