By Felix Kuyinu
The Speaker at the Lagos House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has eulogized the Aare of Lagos, Chief Rasaq Okoya, on his 84th birthday.
The Lagos Chieftain clocked 84 on 24th January.
Obasa showed appraisal on Okoya describing him as an elite industrialist with recorded good deeds for others to follow.
The Speaker said the celebrant has played important roles which has ushered in development in the Lagos metropolis and Nigeria as a whole.
Referring to Okoya as a philanthropist, Obasa disclosed that the examplary acts put up by the octogenarian will never be forgotten as it is a footprint for individuals to follow.
“On behalf of my family and colleagues, I join your friends and associates to wish you a wonderful 84th birthday filled with Allah’s goodness.
“Your name remains etched in gold because of your commitment and passion for a better society. Your philanthropic activities are testaments of your large heart.
“While wishing you a beautiful celebration, I pray Allah continue to grant you good health, divine strength and wisdom at all times,” the Speaker prayed.
