Yajifarz Foundation, Ogbomoso Progressive Association hail Soun on birthday

Yajifarz Foundation, Ogbomoso Progressive Association hail Soun on birthday

Yinka ADETUNJI

Yajifarz Foundation (sponsor of Yajifarz Cup Competition Ogbomoso) and Ogbomoso Progressive Association (OPA) Home and Abroad have congratulated the Soun of Ogbomosoland His Imperial Majesty Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye Orumogege III on the celebration of his 64th birthday today August 23.

Alhaji AbdulMajid Oladimeji Solademi who is chairman of both groups in a congratulatory message he personally signed (along with president of OPA, Taiwo Ibrahim Olalekan), lauded Oba Ghandi saying the grace and blessings of God evident in his life underscored by the numerous progressive strides his reign has witnessed, aroused the heartfelt congratulations.

Alhaji Solademi, who is also the proprietor of Air Warriors Basketball Club Abuja (a national female basketball league team), asserted the celebration is an occasion of joy, urging Oba Olaoye to remain relentless in his pursuits and wished him strength and capabilities to forge on.

“We felicitate our respected monarch His Imperial Majesty Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye Orumogege III on the occasion of his 64th birthday today, August 23, 2025.

“We are enthused by his amazing accomplishments since he ascended to the throne of his forefathers less than two years ago. Our joy stems from this.

“The Oba has elevated community service above all things; passionate, hardworking, devoted and borne by a sense of purpose. His 25 year-development plan is an unprecedented script designed to take Ogbomoso to her Eldorado.

“We are inspired by his vision and are motivated to make our own contributions towards the steady transformation we are witnessing in our land. That is the power inherent in His Majesty’s vision. Kabiyesi is no doubt galvanising all to join in the serious enterprise of advancing the cause of Ogbomosoland.”

He added, “We wish Oba Olaoye the grace, strength, wisdom, fortitude and resources to accomplish his dream for Ogbomosoland. This is as we pray for a long life, eventful reign, health, prosperity and tranquility. We are confident that another great, legendary King is being forged. Happy birthday Your Majesty.”