The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has rejoiced with Nigeria’s former Ambassador to The Philippines, Dr. Yemi Farounbi, on the occasion of his 80th birthday, celebrating the legendary broadcast journalist’s endearing contributions to national growth.
Governor Adeleke notes the excellence that defines the professional trajectory of Dr. Farounbi, counting for his elevation to the prestigious position of the General Manager of Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) Ibadan and Akure in his early 30s and later as Commissioner of Information in the Bola Ige-led government.
The Governor, in the statement signed by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, acknowledges Dr. Farounbi’s role in the formation of the Osun State Broadcasting Corporation (OSBC) shortly after the creation of Osun from Oyo state under his late brother, Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, celebrating his achievements in the media field and inspiring generations to excellence.
“I join family, friends and well-wishers to celebrate a leading figure in the media field, Dr. Yemi Farounbi on the occasion of his 80th birthday. Dr. Farounbi is a phenomenon who inspires a great deal of sense of duty in anyone who is willing to learn, promoting excellence in everything he does,” the Governor was quoted to have said in a congratulatory message.
“Through hard work and devotion, Dr. Farounbi braved the odds in a complex profession as the media, attaining not just personal goals but also becoming a symbol for anyone aspiring to go into that field. On his birthday, I recognise the octogenarian’s past contributions to Osun, particularly in the field of journalism, and hope for the benefits that his mentorship holds for the future.”
Governor Adeleke prays to God to grant the celebrant continuous good health, strength and the grace to continue to be of service to Osun and Nigeria as a whole, especially in guiding young people to be devoted to responsibilities.
