The foremost Yoruba youth interest organization, the Yoruba Youth Council (YYC), has joined millions of admirers across the globe to celebrate the birthday anniversaries of two illustrious sons of Yorubaland — His Imperial Majesty, Adeyeye Babatunde Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ooni of Ife and Arole Oodua, and Engr. Jubril Dotun Sanusi, Bada Olubadan-Designate, Okanlomo Oodua, and Chairman/CEO of Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, Ibadan.
In its goodwill message, the Council extolled the duo as “God-sent to the Yoruba nation” — revered leaders whose lives symbolize unity, hope, and progress. Their remarkable contributions to the socio-cultural and economic advancement of Yorubaland and Nigeria at large, the statement noted, remain both inspiring and transformative.
Speaking on behalf of the Council, the National Publicity Secretary, Ogbeni Ajibode Abd’kabir, affirmed that under the visionary leadership of Aare Alawode Rahmon, the YYC holds both the Ooni and the Okanlomo in the highest esteem for their tireless promotion of Yoruba heritage, cultural values, and youth empowerment.
He lauded their various youth-centered initiatives, humanitarian projects, and strategic empowerment drives that have created opportunities and improved livelihoods for thousands across the country.
Ajibode emphasized that the Ooni’s global influence, cultural diplomacy, and unwavering support for youth development have earned him international acclaim. Similarly, he described Engr. Sanusi’s enduring contributions to education, community growth, and sports development as shining examples of patriotic leadership rooted in compassion and service.
On this joyous occasion, the Yoruba Youth Council offered heartfelt prayers for divine wisdom, strength, and longevity for both revered celebrants, expressing confidence that their legacies will continue to inspire generations of young Yoruba leaders across the world.
