The Director‑General and Chief Executive of OSRC Media Group, Hon. Kenneth Odusola‑Stevenson, extends his warmest felicitations to Ambassador Sola Ìjì as he marks another luminous milestone of his life. In a gesture steeped in reverence for distinguished service and timeless excellence, Hon. Kenneth Odusola‑Stevenson hailed Ambassador Ìjì as an embodiment of diplomatic erudition, seasoned stewardship, and noble stature whose very presence enriches the tapestry of Ondo State and Nigeria.
Over three decades at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Ìjì negotiated landmark bilateral agreements that strengthened Nigeria’s economic and cultural ties with nations across Africa, Europe, and the Americas. His deft handling of sensitive multilateral dossiers earned him the accolade of “Nigeria’s Gentle Diplomat” from the Council of Ambassadors. As a former Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning for Ondo State, he steered transformative fiscal reforms that positioned the state as a model of transparent governance, while his initiatives in youth employment and agricultural modernization continue to bear fruit years after his tenure. Colleagues and subordinates alike recount his humility, meticulousness, and unwavering ethical compass, and his mentorship has birthed a generation of public‑sector leaders who cite his example as a moral compass.
Odusola‑Stevenson underscored that Ambassador Ìjì’s decades of consummate public service have been a beacon of integrity, forging pathways of diplomacy, good governance, and national development that echo far beyond the borders of his native soil. His unwavering commitment to excellence, nation‑building, and servant‑leadership continues to inspire emerging leaders, professionals, and citizens across generations, rendering his legacy an immutable exemplar of virtue and impact.
In celebration of this momentous day, the DG/CE invoked divine blessings upon the Ambassador, praying for abundant health, wisdom unbound, boundless joy, and an ever‑expanding horizon of fruitful endeavors. He further conveyed his heartfelt wishes for a memorable celebration and for many more years of impactful, humane service to unfold.
Happy Birthday, Ambassador Sola Ìjì.
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