The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, has extended warm birthday wishes to Chief (Dr.) Onikepo Akande, CON, describing her as a quintessential leader, patriot, and inspiration to generations. In a congratulatory message, Barrister Lawal lauded Dr. Akande’s exemplary service to Nigeria and her commitment to socioeconomic development, highlighting her towering achievements in education, entrepreneurship, and good governance.
Barrister Lawal noted that Dr. Akande’s towering achievements as a former President of the Lagos Chambers of Commerce and Industry, first Chairman of the Oyo State Education Trust Fund, and the chairperson of the recently inaugurated Monarch Economic and Investments Committee of Ibadanland under the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, reflect her deep passion for progress, education, and community upliftment.
He further described her as a distinguished industrialist, philanthropist, and Harvard-trained investment expert whose people-oriented vision continues to impact lives positively across sectors.
“Chief (Dr.) Onikepo Akande, CON, represents excellence, diligence, and service in its purest form. Her contributions to national development, especially in promoting education, entrepreneurship, and good governance, are indelible. On behalf of myself and family,I join family, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate this iconic woman of substance,” the statement reads.
The Deputy Governor prayed for continued good health, divine wisdom, and many more years of impactful service to humanity for the celebrant.
