Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has described Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, as a literary icon and a voice for social justice and human rights, whose legacies straddle all the world.
Abiodun, in an announcement issued on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, to mark Soyinka’s ninetieth birthday right now, described the primary African Nobel Laureate winner in Literature as “An icon, a literary big, and a world ambassador of Nigeria.”
He added, “Congratulations to Professor Soyinka on reaching the unimaginable milestone of 90 years! All through his lifetime, he has not solely develop into a literary icon but additionally a voice for social justice and human rights.
“His contributions to literature, theatre, and activism have left an indelible mark on the sand of historical past. Right here’s to have a good time his outstanding achievements and need him many extra years of inspiration and affect,” the governor stated.
The governor famous that Soyinka has made immense contributions to the event of literature, tradition, and democracy in Nigeria and the world over via his gifted artwork of writing and activism.
Abiodun counseled the legendary playwright, poet, and essayist for his unwavering dedication to the battle for social justice, human rights, and good governance over the previous six many years.
He stated Soyinka’s legacy as a fearless, principled, and cerebral public mental will proceed to encourage generations of each born and but unborn Nigerians and Africans.
Abiodun wished the revered scholar many extra years of fine well being, knowledge, and fulfilment forward as he celebrates his landmark ninetieth birthday.