On this auspicious occasion, we expect drums and merriment. But for Olusegun Adeyemi Adekunle, who is 60 years old today, May 1, it is a day to roll up his sleeves and serve his country, diligently as he has done in the last 36 years!
Raised on a diet of discipline and purposefulness, he had his early education in Ilorin; did his Higher School Certificate at the Federal Government College, Ogbomoso and graduated at the University of Ilorin in 1983 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. To reach the peak, Adekunle ‘rolled’ and gathered experience at several ministries, department and agencies cutting across Aviation, Finance, Commerce, Petroleum Resources, Water Resources, Industry, Trade and Investment, as well as World Bank projects.
Some of those who have related with him praise his dedication and commitment. Damilola Oni aka Omo Baba eee, waxed poetic in a tribute on the occasion of Adekunle’s birthday. “Your selflessness is a sun within the galaxy of stars; humility in the midst of great affluence; integrity personified even when others have thrown it into the deep blue sea. The strength that covers the weakness of others, you have touched lives, wiped tears and put smiles on the faces of countless people.
The University of Ilorin Alumni Association, Abuja Chapter, in a tribute, said: “We pray that you enjoy many more years of service to mankind and continue to be a blessing unto us and several others. May God continue to enrich you with knowledge, wisdom and understanding as you continue to lead the team.”