Sen. Orji Kalu, the Senate’s Chief Whip, has congratulated Rilwan Akiolu, the Oba of Lagos, on his 78th birthday.
Kalu praised the Oba as an exceptional supreme monarch who is passionate about the prosperity and progress of Lagos State in a statement issued in Abuja.
Oba Akiolu’s rule, he said, had brought immense prosperity to Lagos and its environs.
Former Governor of Abia praised the traditional ruler for his contributions to the nation’s development in many roles, describing him as selfless and humble.
Kalu prayed for the monarch’s long life and good health.
He said, “I felicitate with the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu on the occasion of his 78th birthday anniversary.
“As a notable paramount in Nigeria, the Oba of Lagos has sustained his contributions to national development through various platforms.
“The traditional ruler is respected for his boldness, selflessness and humility.
“Under his watch, the city of Lagos has witnessed robust transformation in all sectors of the economy.
“On this feat, I pray for longer life for the paramount ruler on the revered stool of his forefathers”.
Kalu congratulated the traditional ruler on his birthday.
