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Lintino Lintino Lintino,the Asiwaju Gbogbogbo of Ijesha land, my main man, my personal person,my ‘Egbon’ -how many months? How did our ways cross?

It’s a real delight to extend a wish for a happy and enjoyable birthday to you, Yinka. In the past several years, it has been gratifying to partner with you and other compatriots in the implementation of some developmental projects in our hometown.

On this momentous occasion of the 70th birthday of Asiwaju Yinka Fasuyi, the Asiwaju of Ijesaland, the first to hold this revered title, I join countless admirers, friends, family members, and well-wishers in celebrating a life defined by purpose, excellence, integrity, leadership, and profound impact.

I have had opportunities to write tributes for a good number of people who have impacted my life. But writing one for My One and Only Asiwaju, an 18 year-old – because he always remains…

There are names, and there are good names; but very good names are very few and scarce to come by.

On behalf of myself and my family, I, Chief Mrs. Josephine Yemisi Falope, rejoice with you, Asiwaju –Olayinka- Fasuyi, on this great milestone in your life.

1991 was the year I started my journey with him and his Church at All Souls Anglican Church, Bodija and he was attracted to me by his mien and ability to jocularly react to issues, yet with persuasive seriousness.

Our very own Asiwaju — the people’s Asiwaju. It’s no wonder you were bestowed with that title! Your life has been a beacon of service and generosity.

Today, we celebrate a rare gem, a phenomenal icon, a man of unwavering integrity and purpose—my beloved brother and father figure, Chief Olayinka Fasuyi.

Let me first express my profound appreciation to Asiwaju Yinka Fasuyi for appointing me as one of the chosen persons to write tributes on his 70th birthday.

Asiwaju Yinka Fasuyi is a man of many parts and he is worthy of emulation.

Since my days as Executive Chairman of the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, (SUBEB), from 2004 to 2006, Yinka Fasuyi exhibited high degrees of professionalism, honesty and competence in handling public training matter by…