The Vice Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Prof. Tomola Obamuyi, has celebrated an Owo-born businessman and philanthropist, Prince Rotimi Ibidapo, OON, on the occasion of his birthday.
Obamuyi, in a congratulatory message issued on Monday, described Ibidapo, the Aare Atunluse of Owo and Aare Akile of Yoruba Land, Ile-Ife, as a prominent community leader whose philanthropic activities had positively impacted various sectors and individuals.
The vice chancellor said the oil and gas magnate had consistently supported individuals, educational institutions, research centres, as well as military and paramilitary formations through his humanitarian initiatives.
He noted that Ibidapo's contributions had touched many lives, adding that his generosity and commitment to humanity had earned him widespread goodwill in Ondo State and beyond.
Obamuyi also commended the celebrant's humility and dedication to community development, saying his interventions had created lasting memories among beneficiaries and strengthened his reputation as a compassionate Owo indigene.
He further described Ibidapo as an illustrious son of Ondo State whose contributions to society had attracted recognition at both state and national levels.
The vice chancellor recalled that Ibidapo was honoured as an Officer of the Order of the Niger by former President Muhammadu Buhari and was also named Ondo State Man of the Year in 2014.
Obamuyi prayed for the celebrant's continued good health, longevity and prosperity, while wishing him more years of impactful service to humanity.
