Dare Babalola
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has congratulated former Governor and National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Abdulkareem Adebisi Akande, on his 87th birthday, describing him as a statesman with distinction.
In a statement signed by Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor on Thursday, Adeleke praised Akande’s contributions to national development, saying he is “living on the positive side of history as one of the leaders who invested their energy, time, and resources in national development”.
The Governor highlighted Akande’s achievements, including the construction of the Osun State Government Secretariat between 1999 and 2003, when he served as Governor of Osun State.
Adeleke also commended Akande’s role in the formation of credible opposition parties, including the Alliance for Democracy (AD), Action Congress (AC), Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), and the All Progressives Congress (APC).
“A seasoned politician and statesman, Chief Bisi Akande has served Nigeria with distinction in various capacities,” Adeleke said, adding that “he is a reservoir of knowledge on Public administration, political development, and regional development.”
The governor prayed that God would spare Akande’s life and grant him sound health, noting that his contributions to national development are immeasurable.
“His leadership and vision have left lasting impacts on Osun State and Nigeria at large. We acknowledge his dedication to public service and commitment to the progress of our nation,” Adeleke added.
