Professor Adeyinka A. Aderinto, Department of Sociology, University of Ibadan

70 HEARTY CHEERS TO THE PEOPLE’S ASIWAJU

We give glory to Almighty God whom He has pleased to keep a very remarkable man, a community builder, a lover of God and people, our dear Asiwaju-Asiwaju Yinka Fasuyi to the age of 70.

My relationship with Asiwaju dates back to more than 30 years now. Then, he was known so much as Bro Linton. Hos close circle of friends still call him that. Although I was much younger than him, he was very receptive, and very open to me. I also then got to know about his strong determination and dogged business acumen from a very good friend who worked briefly with him at his Supreme Management Consultancy company in the early 90s when the company was still at Ore Meji, Mokola area. Everybody who knew the company then, and now would marvel at the tremendous growth the company has witnessed under the leadership of Asiwaju Fasuyi. He has since added the rapidly growing Ibadan Business School to his portfolio. This is a man so blessed by God. Everything he touches, turns gold.

Asiwaju’s accomplishments and contributions to society and the Ijesa community in particular are innumerable. From countless scholarship awards to students, funding iconic buildings, to support to friends, Asiwaju has made landmark footprints on the sands of time. Amidst Asiwaju’s successes, he has remained humble, kind and down to earth.

As you attain age 70, we pray that Almighty God will grant you many more years in good health and more prosperity. May God bless and keep you and your beautiful family. May you always have cause to celebrate in your well – decorated life.

Once more, happy birthday and many happy returns sir.

Professor Adeyinka A. Aderinto

Department of Sociology, University of Ibadan, Ibadan

Former Dean, Postgraduate School,

Former Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic