Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has felicitate with an icon of culture and a distinguished elder statesman; the Ekefa Olubadan of Ibadan Land, Oloye Lekan Alabi at 70.
The foremost journalist, who served five governors with his astute communication skills as a Press Secretary, recently celebrated his 70th birthday.
In a message sent to InsideOyo.com, Chief Tegbe described Oloye Alabi as an embodiment of our Omoluabi Heritage.
“It is with great pleasure that I felicitate with an icon of culture and a distinguished elder statesman; the Ekefa Olubadan of Ibadan Land, Oloye Lekan Alabi
“You have distinguished yourself as a reputable figure in the fields of journalism, public service, culture and our traditional institution
“Uncle, you are indeed an embodiment of our Omoluabi Heritage. All who have interacted with you have testified to your wide knowledge, deep wisdom and native intelligence. Being named as the Cultural Ambassador of the Yoruba Nation is a fitting feather to your already colourful cap.
“I pray that the Almighty grants you more years in good health, as Ibadan, and indeed the Yoruba Nation continue to draw from your wealth of wisdom and experience.”
