By Biola Lawal
Ede (Osun) Flowerbudnews: Indigenes of the ancient town of Ede at home and in diaspora have rejoiced with the Chairman, Ede South Local Government, Alhaji Lukuman Afolabi on his 50th birthday anniversary.
Flowerbudnews reports that Hon. Afolabi, fondly called ” Abere Soose” by Ede people, supporters and well-wishers across Osun State, was variously described as a grassroot politician who ”is highly accessible to the people, and as ”a friend of the poor and the downtrodden.”
In a message of felicitation, members of Ede Descendants Union, Northern Youths, commended Hon. Lukman Afolabi for his
”continuous support for youth empowerment and community progress.”
The youths wrote
‘:The leadership and entire members of the Ede Descendants Union, Northern Youth heartily congratulate the Chairman, Ede South Local Government, Alhaji Lukuman Afolabi (ABERE SOOSE) on the joyful celebration of his 50th birthday anniversary.
At 50, you stand as a symbol of maturity, wisdom, humility, and purposeful leadership. Your commitment to the growth, unity, and development of Ede ND Osun state at large, as well as your continuous support for youth empowerment and community progress, are worthy of commendation.
This golden jubilee marks not just the celebration of age, but a celebration of a life dedicated to service, integrity, and positive impact.
We pray that Almighty Allah grants you long life, sound health, renewed strength, and greater achievements in all your endeavours.
Once again, congratulations on this remarkable milestone. May the years ahead be filled with peace, success, and greater accomplishments.
In another message, members of the *Igba Otun Dee Team Loyalists for Good Governance,” led by *Hon. Hammed Adebayo*, celebrated Hon. Afolabi, describing him as ”an exceptional and kind-hearted leader’:
The Team congratulated him as ‘:- the *Constitutional Victory 001 of Ede South Local Government*, *Hon. Lukman Afolabi Aberesose* — on the occasion of his 50th birthday anniversary.
They wrote:
Indeed, you (Hon. Afolabi) are a God-sent servant to humanity, always ready to serve with a heart for the less privileged. Being a true leader is divine, and you have proven that through your humility, simplicity, and unwavering commitment to the people.
You’ve made leadership approachable and meaningful through kindness and impactful service, especially in reducing poverty and uplifting lives at the grassroots.
*Igba Otun Dee Team* appreciates your unwavering support and guidance. May Almighty Allah restore your full mandate in peace and crown all your efforts with lasting success.
*Once again, congratulations to our legendary leader!* We celebrate you today and always.
Another appreciative citizen wrote:
Hon lukman Abere soose @50..
Happy birthday to 001 Ede South LG, Alanu awon mekunu, may ALLAH tahala grant you long life to witness more on earth with good and sound health and wellness 👏👏👏 congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉 (FLOWERBUDNEWS)
