By Tolulope Eniola
Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Tuesday, congratulated legendary musician, King Sunny Ade, on his 80th birthday, describing him as a distinguished son of Ondo Kingdom and foremost cultural ambassador of Ondo State.
Aiyedatiwa said King Sunny Ade had carried the rich heritage, identity and traditions of the people to audiences across Nigeria and the world through his remarkable musical career.
The governor said the musician had not only attained global recognition for his music but had also remained a great promoter of the state’s culture, language and values.
He said King Sunny Ade’s contribution to Nigerian music and enduring influence on generations of musicians had earned him a special place in the nation’s cultural history.
According to him, the musician’s achievements remained a source of immense pride to the people of Ondo State, having demonstrated how their cultural heritage could serve as a powerful instrument for connecting the people to the wider world.
Aiyedatiwa described the 80th birthday as a significant milestone worthy of celebration and an opportunity to acknowledge an exceptional musician and illustrious son of Ondo Kingdom whose life and achievements had brought honour to the state and enriched Nigeria’s cultural heritage.
“On behalf of the Government and good people of Ondo State, I extend my warmest congratulations and best wishes to you,” he said.
The governor prayed that Almighty God would continue to bless King Sunny Ade with good health, peace and fulfilment and grant him many more years of inspiring generations and contributing to the promotion of the state’s rich cultural heritage.
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