Eminent businessman and former gover­nor of Abia State, Dr. Orji Kalu, has described Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, as a courageous monarch, whose era has brought progress and development in Oyo.
Kalu made the remarks in a goodwill message to the royal father on the occasion of his 76th birthday.
In a statement signed by his Media Adviser, Ebere Wabara, Kalu said: “I join Oyo royal family, well wishers and people of Oyo in celebrating Oba Ad­eyemi at 76. Kabiyesi, your continuous contributions to nation building are highly com­mendable. As a paramount rul­er, you have upheld the legacy of the traditional institution. It is my prayer that God will grant you long life on the throne of your forefathers.”
The former governor noted that Oba Adeyemi had promot­ed the cultural heritage of his people and as such, contributed immensely to social, economic and political development of the country.
Kalu, while wishing the monarch a happy celebration, prayed God to grant him robust health and wisdom to run the af­fairs of Oyo kingdom.

Kalu greets Alaafin at 76