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ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Otun Baaroyin of Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State, Elhadj (Otunba) Abu-Satar Idowu Hamed, has congratulated Arch. Olusegun Aluko, PhD, former Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, on the occasion of his 65th birthday on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 and his retirement from active service.
In a heartfelt congratulatory message sent to the Kogi State-born academic and administrator, Abu-Satar—who is also the Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of StarTrend International Magazine and its online platform—praised Dr. Aluko’s sterling contributions to education and national development.
The message reads thus, “On this momentous occasion of your 65th birthday and retirement from active service at the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, I extend my heartfelt congratulations and deepest gratitude to you – Arch. Olusegun Aluko, PhD – for your decades of exemplary service, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to academic excellence.
“Your tenure as Rector was marked by transformation, innovation, and integrity. You led with wisdom and purpose, leaving an indelible mark on the FPI and shaping the lives of countless students and staff.
“Also, your contributions to education and the architectural profession continue to inspire a new generation of leaders and scholars.
“As you celebrate this milestone and transition into a well-deserved retirement, may your days ahead be filled with peace, joy, good health, and fulfillment.
“I join your family, colleagues, friends, and admirers in celebrating a life of purpose, impact, and legacy.
“Happy 65th Birthday, Segun, and Congratulations on Your Retirement, Al-Aluko!
“With warmest regards and best wishes.”
Otunba Abu-Satar wished Dr. Aluko continued good health, peace, and fulfillment in retirement, while praying for greater accomplishments in his post-service years.
Ode to Arch. Olusegun Aluko, PhD., On His 65th Birthday and Retirement from Active Service
O son of vision, leader refined,
In halls of knowledge, your light aligned,
At Ilaro’s gates, you carved your name,
With wisdom, grace, and noble aim.
From blueprints drawn with scholar’s hand,
To dreams fulfilled across the land,
You built not just with brick and beam,
But minds and hopes and lofty dreams.
A Rector firm, yet always kind,
With purpose clear and steadfast mind,
Through storm and calm, your course was true,
You raised the bar, and saw it through.
Now sixty-five, a golden crest,
Of years well lived, and duty blessed.
You lay aside the daily weight,
Of service done with hands of fate.
Retirement comes, not as an end,
But time to rest, reflect, and tend –
To gardens grown, to faith, to peace,
To joys long earned, and sweet release.
May legacy in echoes ring,
In every hall where students sing,
“Here stood a man who dared and gave,
Who led with heart, and taught the brave.”
So rise, dear Arch. Aluko, on this great day,
With honour clad in proud array.
The world salutes, with hearts sincere,
Happy birthday, sir – and loud we cheer!
– With gratitude and admiration,Sincerely Yours,
Elhadj (Otunba) Abu-Satar Idowu Hamed, Otun Baaroyin of Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State, Nigeria & Publisher/EiC, StarTrend Int’l magazine and Online platform.
