Tinubu, Speaker Tajudeen, Amosun, Others Shower Praise on Ogun Deputy Governor at 60

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Encomiums and goodwill messages have continued to pour in for the Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, following her recent 60th birthday celebration.

Topping the list of eminent well-wishers is President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who described the Deputy Governor as a consummate professional whose contributions to governance have been defined by creativity, discipline, and hard work.

In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu commended Engr. Salako-Oyedele’s resilience and steadfast commitment to duty, noting her exemplary stewardship since assuming office in 2019.

He also applauded her loyalty to the progressive ideals of the present administration and wished her many happy returns in good health.

Also, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, described her as an Amazon and a true democrat, praising her as a dependable ally of Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun.

The Speaker noted that her years of selfless service to the nation and humanity underscored her deep belief in Nigeria, praying that the years ahead would be filled with greater grace, sound health, increased wisdom, and fulfillment.

Former Ogun State Governor and Senator, Ibikunle Amosun, in his congratulatory message, described Engr. Salako-Oyedele’s life as eventful and impactful, marked by notable professional achievements and distinguished service as Deputy Governor.

Also felicitating the celebrant, the APC National Woman Leader, Dr. Mary Idele, described her as an iconic technocrat, an exemplary public servant, and a shining symbol of purposeful leadership.

She stressed that the Deputy Governor’s unwavering commitment to good governance, professionalism, and women’s inclusion had left indelible marks on Ogun State and Nigeria at large.

Dr. Idele added that Engr. Salako-Oyedele’s life journey reflects excellence, resilience, competence, and dedication to service, offering prayers for sound health, renewed strength, divine wisdom, and many more fruitful years in service to humanity and the nation.

The University of Lagos Faculty of Engineering Alumni Association also joined in celebrating one of their own, describing her as a worthy ambassador whose life and career testify to the value of rigorous engineering training, global exposure, and commitment to the public good.

In the same vein, the Nasrul-Lahi-l-Fatih Society (NASFAT) said the milestone birthday presented an opportunity to celebrate a life devoted to public service, exemplary leadership, and outstanding contributions to the development of Ogun State and Nigeria.

The group noted that her dedication to good governance continues to inspire many, particularly young professionals and women.

Other organisations that sent goodwill messages include the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, the Nigerian Union of Journalists, the Nigerian Society of Engineers, Penpushing Media and StarTrend Int’l Magazine and online platform, all of whom described Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele as a beacon of hope and inspiration to women across the country.

StarTrend Int’l Magazine and its online platform also join hundreds of thousands of well-wishers in felicitating the Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, on the occasion of her birthday anniversary.

We pray that, Insha Allah, she will celebrate many more years in good health, happiness, and fulfillment.