A distinguished Ibarapa-born, stalwart of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State and House of Representatives aspirant for Ibarapa Central/North Federal Constituency, Barrister Opeyemi Tijani (BOT), has extended warm and heartfelt felicitations to His Royal Majesty, Oba Sunday Titiloye Oyekanmi, Abioje 1, the revered Elempe of Tapaland, on the occasion of his birthday.
In a statement brimming with reverence and admiration, Barrister Tijani celebrated the royal father as a towering symbol of wisdom, cultural renaissance, and peace-building whose reign has brought unprecedented development and unity to Tapaland and beyond.
“Today, we do not merely celebrate a birthday; we celebrate a living legend, a custodian of our cherished traditions, and a monarch whose reign has been divinely ordained for the upliftment of our people,” Barrister Tijani declared. “His Royal Majesty, Oba Sunday Titiloye Oyekanmi, Abioje 1, stands as a beacon of wisdom, justice, and fatherly love. His unwavering commitment to the progress of Tapaland and his role as a unifying force across Ibarapa land is a testament to his divine calling as a royal father.”
Barrister Tijani highlighted that the Elempe of Tapaland’s reign has witnessed remarkable transformation, anchored on his deep understanding of tradition, his accessibility to the people, and his ability to foster harmony among all segments of society.
“The throne of Tapaland has found in Kabiyesi a custodian of immense grace and foresight. He has consistently demonstrated that traditional institutions remain the bedrock of our communities, offering guidance, settling disputes, and preserving the rich cultural heritage that defines us as a people. His birthday presents an opportunity for all of us to reflect on the invaluable contributions of our traditional rulers to societal stability and progress.”
As an aspirant seeking to represent Ibarapa Central/North Federal Constituency, Barrister Tijani acknowledged the critical role of traditional institutions in fostering good governance and grassroots development.
“Kabiyesi’s counsel and blessings remain indispensable as we navigate the political landscape. His throne represents the conscience of our community, and I am profoundly grateful for his continuous support for progressive leadership in our constituency. His wisdom guides us, his prayers uplift us, and his presence reassures us.”
On this auspicious occasion, Barrister Opeyemi Tijani, on behalf of his family, political associates, and the good people of Ibarapa Central/North Federal Constituency, prayed for the royal father’s continued good health, divine wisdom, and many more years on the throne.
“We join the sons and daughters of Tapaland, the entire Ibarapa nation, and well-wishers across the state in celebrating this remarkable milestone. May your reign continue to bring peace, prosperity, and progress to our land. Long may you reign, Kabiyesi! Happy Birthday to our beloved royal father, His Royal Majesty, Oba Sunday Titiloye Oyekanmi, Abioje 1.”
