Tinubu hails Afenifere chieftain, Arogbofa, at 87
…commends ex-Secretary-General’s integrity, progressive ideals From Bolaji Ogundele, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated renowned educationist and former Secretary-General of Afenifere, Bashorun Seinde Arogbofa, on his 87th birthday, praising
...commends ex-Secretary-General’s integrity, progressive ideals
From Bolaji Ogundele, Abuja
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated renowned educationist and former Secretary-General of Afenifere, Bashorun Seinde Arogbofa, on his 87th birthday, praising his enduring contributions to Nigeria’s political and educational development.
In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Arogbofa as a principled leader and one of the last surviving disciples of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, noting his unwavering commitment to progressive ideals.
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Tinubu commended the elder statesman for his “outstanding leadership, dedicated service to Nigeria, and commitment to the progressive cause,” adding that Arogbofa has remained a respected voice within the South-West political establishment.
Highlighting his role in the pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, the President noted that Arogbofa demonstrated rare loyalty and discipline during his tenure as Secretary-General, particularly in his steadfast support for the group’s leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti.
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“I admire Bashorun Arogbofa for his honesty, integrity, consistency and commitment to what he strongly believes in, including the need for unity and solidarity in Yorubaland,” Tinubu said.
“As Secretary General of Afenifere, the foremost Yoruba group, he stood by the leader of the group, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, through thick and thin. He brooked no room for factionalism,” the President added.
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Tinubu also acknowledged Arogbofa’s early and consistent support for his presidential ambition, describing him as one of the respected progressive leaders in the South-West who stood firmly by his aspiration from the outset.
Beyond politics, the President paid tribute to Arogbofa’s distinguished career in the education sector, where he served as a school principal and rose to become National President of the All Nigerian Conference of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS).
According to the statement, Arogbofa made significant contributions to improving the standards of secondary education in Ondo State and across the country through his leadership and advocacy.
The President further noted Arogbofa’s intellectual contributions as an author, particularly his work titled “Understanding Afenifere,” in which he chronicled the historical evolution and ideological foundations of the Yoruba socio-political organisation.
Describing him as a reservoir of knowledge and experience, Tinubu prayed for continued strength and longevity for the elder statesman.
“On this occasion of his 87th birthday, I pray that God Almighty will grant him good health and keep him with us for more years so we can continue to drink from his fountain of knowledge, wisdom and experience,” the President said.
Bashorun Arogbofa is widely regarded as a key figure in Nigeria’s progressive political movement and a steadfast advocate of unity and ideological consistency within the Yoruba socio-political landscape.
