The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has felicitated with a stalwart of the party and former deputy Governor of the State, Erelu Olusola Obada, who turned 74 on Friday.
Below is the party’s congratulatory message:
Today, we join countless admirers across the country in celebrating a phenomenal woman of grace, wisdom, and uncommon patriotism, the former Deputy Governor and Former Minister of Defence, Erelu Olusola Obada on the occasion of her 74th birthday.
Your life has been an inspiring tapestry of service, sacrifice, and strength. From your days as Deputy Governor of Osun State to your trailblazing role as Nigeria’s first female Minister of Defence, you have broken barriers and set standards that generations of women in leadership continue to draw courage from.
Mama, your contributions to the growth and development of Osun State and the nation at large are deeply etched in history. You served with distinction, upholding the highest ideals of public service with integrity, calm resolve, and motherly firmness.
Your presence in the corridors of power always commanded respect, built not on force but on the clarity of your vision, the purity of your intentions, and your unrelenting commitment to the common good.
At 74, you remain a towering symbol of what leadership should be selfless, competent, and compassionate. Even in retirement from active politics, your voice and presence still resonate as a guiding light for those who seek to serve the people honourably.
Your humility and grace continue to make you an enduring role model, not just for women in politics but for all who yearn for a better Nigeria built on justice, fairness, and service.
As you celebrate this new chapter of life, we pray that God Almighty, in His infinite mercy, will continue to preserve you in sound health and peace of mind. May your days ahead be filled with joy, fulfilment, and the reward of the seeds you have sown over the years. May the Lord bless your family, grant you the strength of your youth, and uphold you as a shining light for this generation and the next.
Happy 74th birthday, Erelu Obada. Osun State remains proud of your legacy. Many more fruitful years to come.
Signed:
Hon. Sunday Bisi
Osun State PDP Chairman
27/06/2025
