Lately, I have a good time now not simply the outstanding ninetieth birthday of Prince Tajudeen Oluyole Olusi, elder statesman and Chairman of the Lagos Governance Advisory Council, but additionally a lifetime of honour, provider and unusual loyalty.
Prince Olusi is a real icon of Lagos, a custodian of our innovative heritage, and a father determine whose knowledge has been a compass for generations of leaders.
Baba is not only a political candidate; he’s an establishment. From his early days as a Councillor within the Lagos The town Council in 1962, to his provider within the Area of Representatives within the 2nd Republic, to his position as Commissioner for Trade in Lagos, and now as Chairman of our GAC, his lifestyles is a masterclass in selfless public provider, loyalty, and unwavering concept.
Prince Olusi bridges our innovative motion of the day prior to this and lately’s Renewed Hope.
His affect transcends Lagos. As a prince of Lagos by means of paternity and a prince of Ado-Ekiti by means of maternity, Baba Olusi embodies the solidarity and oneness of Yorubaland.
His fresh set up because the Baba Adini of Yorubaland is a hard-earned reputation of Baba’s deep religion, ethical uprightness, and contributions to Islam and group development.
What he has given Lagos and Nigeria- love, toughen, steerage and direction- Baba has given to me individually. For many years, he has been my chief, my mentor, my best friend, my information and my counsellor.
Baba Olusi is a stabilising drive in our innovative circle of relatives. Once we wavered, he steadied us. Once we wanted knowledge, he equipped it with out reservations.
Baba’s loyalty to the innovative motive and the improvement of Lagos hasn’t ever wavered. For him, it’s all concerning the folks and the improvement of Lagos and Nigeria.
Thanks, Baba, for who you might be. Thanks for being there for all folks in Lagos and the innovative circle of relatives around the nation.
Baba’s humility, regardless of his towering affect, is the hallmark of true royalty and management.
I commend Baba Olusi for his enduring legacy of nurturing long run leaders, selling training during the newly introduced Prince Tajudeen Olusi Instructional Fund, and committing to documenting the historical past and custom of Lagos.
On behalf of the Executive and folks of Nigeria, I pray to Almighty Allah to grant you persevered just right well being, renewed power, and plenty of extra years of impactful provider to Lagos State, Yorubaland, and Nigeria.
Glad ninetieth birthday, Baba. Would possibly God bless you with many extra years so we will be able to all collect to have a good time your centenary.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR
President and Commander-in-Leader of the Armed Forces
Federal Republic of Nigeria
October 13, 2026