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Senator Alli Hails Dotun Sanusi @ 55

By Web News 447

By Oluwakayode Banjo

The member representing Oyo South Senatorial District of Oyo State at the Upper Chambers of the National Assembly from the All Progressives Congress, APC, Senator Sharafadeen Alli has felicitated the Chairman of Ilaji Hotel and Sports Resort, Chief Dotun Sanusi, as he clocks 55.

This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Ibadan.

Engineer Dotun Sanusi, Chairman, Ilaji Hotel and Sports Resorts

Engineer Sanusi, a renowned philanthropist, and multi-billionaire businessman, was recently elevated from being a Mogaji to Jagun Olubadan of Ibadanland.

Senator Alli who is the Senate Committee Chairman on INEC, described Chief Sanusi as an uncommon personality who has made impressive contributions to society and the business world.

“It is with great pleasure that we celebrate the 55th birthday of Chief (Engineer) Dotun Sanusi, the Chairman of Ilaji Hotel and Sports Resort. As the Jagun Olubadan and Otun-Apesinola of Ibadanland, Chief Dotun Sanusi remains a role model to many. His commitment, dedication, and philanthropic actions are commendable. We are grateful for all his great works,” he said.

The lawmaker, who is also the Maye-Balogun of Ibadanland, said Engineer Sanusi’s immense contributions have impacted the lives of countless people positively.

Senator Alli said that the celebrant has been an inspiration and blessing to his family members, colleagues, friends, and all those whose lives he has touched in one way or another. 

Chief (Engineer) Dotun Sanusi, the Jagun Olubadan and Otun-Apesinola of Ibadanland

The lawmaker said that Chief Sanusi’s special day was a reminder of how far he has come, his achievements and the remarkable things he has done to change the world positively.

“As we celebrate this special day, Chief Dotun Sanusi, I extend my warmest congratulations to you. On behalf of the good people of Oyo State, I wish you sound health, long life, and strength, as you continue to impact society positively. We are proud of your notable achievements, and we pray that God will continue to guide you in your future endeavours,” Senator Alli added.

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Politics

Oyo Govt Launches Covid-19 Accounts to Facilitate Donations

By Web News 769

Efforts by the Oyo State government to contain and control the COVID-19 pandemic from spreading in the state has received major boosts as well-meaning individuals from within and outside the state joined the fight against the virus through financial donations.

This followed the setting up accounts named Oyo State COVID-19 Endowment Fund in three banks.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor, Mr Taiwo Adisa notes that the government believes that the setting up of the accounts would allow members of the public interested in supporting the efforts of the Oyo State government to readily make donations.

According to the statement, the state’s Commissioner for Finance, Mr Akinola Ojo, gave the nod for the operation of the accounts, which will remain the only avenue by which financial contributions can be made to the state.

The statement also indicated that those seeking to support the state with material donations could make further enquiries by calling 07055522222 and 09041474990.

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Lateef Fagbemi and the chairman of the Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, Chief Dotun Sanusi, who kickstarted the donations gave 10 million and 5 million Naira respectively.

Iyabo Adebisi