Makinde, Sanwo-Olu, Others Attend Governor Abiodun Mother’s 90th Birthday

The Governor of Oyo state, Seyi Makinde, and his colleague governors from other Southwest states were among dignitaries who attended the 90th birthday ceremony of Chief (Mrs.) Victoria Olaitan Abiodun, mother of Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun.

Makinde, Sanwo-Olu Attend Governor Abiodun Mother's 90th Birthday

The 90th birthday Thanksgiving Service held at St. James Anglican Church, Iperu-Remo, Ogun State, on Thursday.

Makinde said Mama Abiodun is worth celebrating at 90 for the positive impact she made in her career, community and family, especially in the lives of her children, who are doing well in different aspects of life.

Also Lagos State governor, Babjide Sanwo-Olu described the 90th birthday of Chief (Mrs.) Victoria Abiodun as a celebration of God’s faithfulness in the life of the nonagenarian, who has shaped the lives of many people through education.

Sanwo-Olu, who is the Chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum, also rejoiced with his Ogun State counterpart, Prince Dapo Abiodun, and other children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren for celebrating the 90th birthday of the matriarch of the family.

He said: “On behalf of my wife, Ibijoke; family; the government; and the people of Lagos State, I express warm felicitations to Madam Victoria Olaitan Abiodun, the mother of my dear brother, Governor Dapo Abiodun, on her 90th birthday anniversary.

“We are happy to celebrate Mama Abiodun on her 90th birthday. We thank God for giving her the grace of longevity and for being surrounded at old age by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

“Mama, as an educationist, businesswoman and community leader, made positive impacts in the lives of many people who were directly and indirectly touched by her kindness, love, passion, dedication and service to humanity.

“As Mama Victoria Olaitan Abiodun joins the league of nonagenarians, I pray that the Almighty God will continue to bless her with good health and strength at old age.”

Also at the event was Ademola Adeleke (Osun), and some dignitaries.

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