Francesca Odimgbe
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, on his 68th birthday.
The Governor lauded Ojelabi’s steadfastness and commitment to progressive values, saying they have helped to shape the ruling party and positively impacted many lives.
Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement released on Friday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, described Pastor Ojelabi as a religious leader, seasoned politician, and administrator who has used his positions to mobilise enormous support for the APC and foster development in Lagos State.
The Governor added that, with his role as party chairman, Pastor Ojelabi has contributed significantly to the growth and development of Lagos State. He said the party helmsman had contributed greatly as a council chairman, commissioner, member of the House of Representatives, making him an important figure in the growth of the state.
He said: “On behalf of my lovely wife, Ibijoke, the government, and the good people of Lagos State, I join family, friends, political and religious associates, leaders, and members of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State to celebrate our chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, on his 68th birthday.
“Pastor Ojelabi has contributed significantly to our dear State and our party. He has served his community, the church, local government, constituency, Lagos and Nigeria in different capacities.
“Pastor Ojelabi has displayed a high level of integrity, dedication and professionalism in all the public offices he served within and outside Lagos State.
“As Lagos APC chairman, he has worked tirelessly with other party leaders and members for us to retain Lagos, which has been under the progressives for almost three decades.
“As Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi celebrates his 68th birthday, I pray that he will be surrounded by good health, happiness and continued success.”