The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Comrade Philip Shaibu, has felicitated with the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, on his birthday and 10th coronation anniversary.
In a statement he personally signed on Tuesday, Shaibu, the immediate past Deputy Governor of Edo State, described the monarch as a symbol of unity, wisdom and fatherly love whose reign has continued to inspire his subjects.
He noted that since ascending the throne of his forebears in 2016, Oba Ewuare II has brought enduring peace, development and prosperity to the Benin Kingdom, Edo State and Nigeria at large through his purposeful leadership and commitment to cultural preservation.
Comrade Shaibu prayed for long life, sound health and divine wisdom for His Royal Majesty, and wished him a joyous birthday celebration and a memorable 10th coronation anniversary.
