(Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Photo by guardian newpaper)
Otunba Busura Alebiosu, an elder statesman and member of the Governance Advisory Council, was congratulated on his 90th birthday by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
Alebiosu, popularly known as Otunba Gbelegbuwa of Ijebuland and the Chairman of the Council of Otunbas of Ijebuland, will turn 90 on Friday, April 24.
Sanwo-Olu referred to Alebiosu as a “stabiliser and leader of leaders” who has made important contributions to Lagos State politics and governance in a statement released on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile.
Additionally, the governor commended the nonagenarian for his decades-long participation in public service and party politics, noting his influence in shaping the political landscape of the state since the beginning of the Fourth Republic.
“On behalf of my wife, Ibijoke, family, the government and the people of Lagos State, as well as leaders and members of our dear party, All Progressives Congress, I celebrate our elder statesman and member of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), Otunba Busura Alebiosu, on his 90th birthday,” Sanwo-Olu said.
He recalled Alebiosu’s political journey, including his time as a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Somolu/Kosofe State Constituency, and his participation in Lagos politics from the era of Sir Michael Otedola through the aborted Third Republic to the present democratic dispensation.
Since he was chosen to serve in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Baba Alebiosu has maintained faith in the political system. From the Sir Michael Otedola era through the failed Third Republic to the current Fourth Republic, he has actively participated in Lagos politics,” the governor stated.
Alebiosu is “one of our leading lights,” according to Sanwo-Olu, who also noted that he possesses unique leadership traits.
He is one of our brightest stars. Baba Bush is a man with a great deal of experience and understanding, and I regard him as a stabilizer. More significantly, he is composed, honorable, and modest. He said, “I see leadership qualities in him that are uncommon among political leaders.”
The Governor prayed for the celebrant’s sustained health and mental clarity.
He said, “I hope you stay well for the rest of your life, have a clear head, and be able to continue leading us effectively. You’ll keep living with your head held high as you become older.”