As Oba Dr. Jacob Adetayo Haastrup, the Olumobi of Imobi-Ijesa, marks his 60th birthday, heartfelt tributes have poured in from all corners of Ijesaland and beyond.
Among the distinguished voices celebrating this milestone is OmoOba Sunday Adewusi, Chief Publisher of IjesaNews and Vice President of Egbe Bobakeye Okunrin Adimula Ijesaland.
In his congratulatory message on Sunday, OmoOba Adewusi hailed Dr. Haastrup as “a beacon of integrity, dedication, and cultural pride whose life and work continue to be a profound blessing to Ijesaland and Nigeria as a whole.”
Dr. Haastrup was installed as the Olumobi of Imobi-Ijesa on May 16, 2016, by the late revered Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Dr. Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran II. Since his installation, he has steadfastly upheld the values and traditions of Ijesa culture, serving as a pillar of unity and progress in his community.
Highlighting the multifaceted achievements of Olumobi Haastrup, OmoOba Adewusi described him as “a distinguished administrator, accomplished academic, and fellow of numerous professional bodies who has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to community development, cultural preservation, and philanthropy.”
“His exemplary public service career, combined with his unwavering dedication to promoting Ijesa heritage and uplifting the lives of his people, marks him as a man of honour, vision, and enduring legacy,” Adewusi added.
As Olumobi Haastrup celebrates this important milestone, his legacy continues to inspire a new generation of leaders committed to service, culture, and development in Ijesaland and Nigeria at large.
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