President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his warm felicitations to His Royal Majesty, Oba Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu I, the Oba of Lagos, on the occasion of his 82nd birthday, celebrating the monarch’s enduring contributions to peace, progress and unity in Lagos and across Nigeria.

In a statement issued by the Presidency, President Tinubu described Oba Akiolu as a pillar of stability, wisdom and continuity whose leadership has preserved the cultural dignity and heritage of the ancient Lagos throne. He praised the monarch’s steadfast role in fostering harmony between traditional institutions and modern governance.

The President lauded Oba Akiolu’s commitment to justice, fairness and inclusivity, noting that his reign has continued to nurture Lagos as a city of enterprise, excellence and peaceful coexistence, a model of development and resilience for Africa.

President Tinubu joined the people of Lagos and the entire nation in wishing Oba Akiolu continued good health, strength and many more years of impactful leadership in the service of his people and the nation.