Special prayer session was today organized in honour of the Asiwaju of Babanla, Alhaji Salman Adelodun Ibrahim, on the occasion of his 79th birthday.
The prayer was organized by the Adelodun Admirers as part of a surprise birthday celebration for Alhaji Salman Adelodun Ibrahim, held in Ilorin.
Leading the prayer, the Head of Missioners, NASFAT, Alhaji Abdullahi Alaya, prayed to Almighty Allah to grant him long life, happiness and sound health to continue to serve humanity.
Also speaking, the former Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development and Vice Chairman, Council of Elders, NASFAT, Alhaja Halimat Yusuf, and The Vice President, Council of Elders, NASFAT and Former President, Kwara Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (KWACCIMA)Prince Suleiman Ayo Fagbemi, described Alhaji Salman Adelodun Ibrahim as a philanthropist and commended him for his uprightness at all times.
They said he has contributed immensely to the development of his community and Kwara State at large.
They further enjoined all to emulate his good character and give back to their communities.
Also, The Public Relations Officer of Council of Elders, NASFAT, who is also a former General Manager of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), Alhaji Ahmed Adio, described Alhaji Saliman Adelodun Ibrahim as a detribalized Nigerian, God-fearing, humble and an achiever.
Responding, the Asiwaju of Babanla, Alhaji Salman Adelodun Ibrahim, who is also a former Chairman of Civil service Commission, Commissioner for Water resources in the state appreciated everyone for their presence especially the Adelodun Admirers who organized the prayers, and implored them to always be good ambassadors of their community.
Also in a remark, Madam Adelodun Ibrahim described her husband as a trust worthy individual who contributed to the family, community and the society at large.Also in his comment, a representative of Babanla Admirers, Barrister Shola David while congratulations the elder statesman, prayed God to continue to enlogate his life in Sound mind and peace.