Obasanjo wrote me one in his unique epistolary style. I cannot agree more as he recognises the state of things and what comes with being 70.
…I want to implore all of us to endeavour to be better people today than we were yesterday and always to be conscious of making efforts to agitate for a Nigeria, Africa, and the world of today that is better than it was yesterday. This is the same attitude we should take to tomorrow… Our fingers will never look alike, but we must use them together to build the nation. My feet cannot create a footpath without yours.
They respected my desire for a solemn reflection; I guess that was why it was not made a physical surprise party. However, what was organised was better than a party; it was an online gathering of loved ones that allowed people from different locations to celebrate what I have done. The perspective was still quite rooted in love for the nation, Africa, and the human race. I was surprised, it was a fantastic idea, and I appreciate it.
My over 40 years of teaching experience at the college level have resulted in something everyone celebrates today.
I was not surprised at the programme’s level of efficiency, seeing the substance embedded in those who organised it. Having Professor Tunji Olaopa as the chairman of the gathering would ordinarily suggest what to expect. Dr Samson Ijaola added his voice to the felicitation as compere. Professors Abimbola Adelakun, Jumoke Yacob-Haliso; Musikilu Mojeed, Segun Olopade, and others who made it possible to have a gathering are wonderful. I am very happy to be celebrated in such a way.
The gathering was attended by so many influential individuals who I may have to make this piece into a series if I can cover some of them. However, I will like to thank all who made it to the online gathering and those who joined through YouTube. Your eyebrows are older than my beard. May you all gain interest in your investments.
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