Rep. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe (APC-Oluyole) has congratulated the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, as he clocks 93.

Akande-Sadipe, Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Diaspora Affairs, spoke in a statement signed by her Media Aide, Olamilekan Olusada, on Wednesday in Ibadan.

The traditional ruler, who was born on Aug. 26, 1928, ascended the throne of his forebears on March 4, 2016, as the 41st Olubadan of Ibadanland.

Akande-Sadipe, while extolling the virtues of Olubadan, said that the oba had consistently ensured progress in Ibadanland.

“No doubt, Kabiyesi has consistently ensured progress in Ibadan, whilst also strongly advocating for cultural and religious tolerance amongst his people,” she said.

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The lawmaker also praised him for sustaining the virtues of his ancestors.

“May the Almighty Allah grant Oba Saliu Adetunji good health and long life as he continues to lead the people of Ibadanland.

“We appreciate your rulership, happy birthday Kabiyesi,” she said.