Sir Dr. Monisoye Sola Afolabi Appreciates Honour, Celebrates Oloyopo of Eggi Oyo Ipo’s 10th Coronation Anniversary
Sir Dr. Monisoye Sola Afolabi has expressed profound appreciation to the organisers of the 10th Coronation Anniversary celebration of His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdul Wahab Adeoye Okikiola Junaid, the Oloyopo of Eggi Oyo Ipo, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, for the honour bestowed on him at the historic occasion.
Dr. Afolabi, who was among the distinguished personalities recognised and honoured during the celebration, described the award as a remarkable gesture of recognition, encouragement, appreciation of his contributions and philanthropy to the community.
The award was presented as part of activities marking the 10th anniversary of the monarch’s ascension to the throne, an occasion that brought together traditional rulers, community leaders, government functionaries, friends, associates and well-wishers to celebrate a decade of purposeful traditional leadership.
Expressing his gratitude, Dr. Afolabi appreciated the Kabiyesi, the traditional council, the organisers of the anniversary celebration and the good people of Eggi Oyo Ipo for considering him worthy of the prestigious recognition.
He described the award as a great privilege and a call to greater service, noting that honour and recognition should inspire recipients to remain committed to the ideals of selfless service, community development, integrity and humanity.
According to him, the recognition would further encourage him to contribute meaningfully to the growth and development of his community and society at large.
He also congratulated Oba Abdul Wahab Adeoye Okikiola Junaid on the successful completion of 10 years on the throne, describing the milestone as an important chapter in the history of Eggi Oyo Ipo.
Sir Dr. Monisoye Sola Afolabi
Dr. Afolabi commended the monarch for providing traditional leadership and sustaining the cultural heritage, unity and development aspirations of his people.
He noted that the institution of traditional rulers remained an important pillar of community development, conflict resolution, cultural preservation and the promotion of peaceful coexistence.
He prayed for God’s continued wisdom, strength, good health and long life for the monarch, wishing him many more fruitful years on the throne.
Dr. Afolabi reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives that promote peace, unity, progress and sustainable development in Eggi Oyo Ipo, Ipo District and Kwara State in general.
He concluded by expressing his sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of the 10th coronation anniversary, describing the celebration and the award as memorable moments he would continue to cherish.
“I receive this honour with deep humility and gratitude. It is not only a recognition of the past but also a motivation to do more in the service of humanity.
“I sincerely appreciate Kabiyesi and the entire Eggi Oyo Ipo community for this remarkable honour,” he said.
Dr Afolabi was represented at the occasion by the secretary of the Omupo Descendants Union and Balogun Musulumi of Omupo, Chief Taju Adigun. The olomu of Omupo, Oba Adebayo Buari II, also graced the occasion.
