Ooni Felicitates An Illustrous Ife-Born Prince Dipo Eludoyin On His 77th Birthday.

The House of Oduduwa, under the leadership of Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, heartily celebrates a revered illustrious son of the Source, a great descendant of Oduduwa and Nigeria’s elder statesman and Pan-Africanist par excellence, Prince Eludipo Elusanmi Eludoyin, on the glorious occasion of his 77th birthday, a milestone befitting a man whose life is deeply rooted in selfless service, honor, and excellence.

Prince Eludoyin is such a worthy elder; his stature is not just in age but in character, vision, and nobility.

A titan in the business world across the globe and a quiet force in philanthropy, he has shown that diligence conquers poverty and that wealth, when anchored in service to others, becomes a divine tool of upliftment. His leadership at Paragon Holdings and beyond has reflected the value of silent excellence.

In the sacred traditions of Ife, we say: “Oba ti Ile-Ife ba pe ni Oba, Oba ni looto”—I.e., When the land of the gods calls one a king, such a person truly wears the crown. Though not on a throne, Prince Eludoyin bears the royalty of integrity, humility, and generational relevance. He is the son of a proud heritage, whose footsteps have honored the name of Oduduwa and carried the torch of Ife identity into the global arena.

At 77, you are like the aged iroko tree in the ancestral forest; rooted, revered, and undisturbed. Even if a storm rages, a tree that bears a name of honor does not fall recklessly. You have borne your name with distinction, and generations shall speak of it with pride.

As we mark this sacred year in commemoration of your new age, the House of Oduduwa blesses you with the authority of the ancestors. May your days be long, your health firm, and your joy full. May you continue to shine as a true Omoluabi; a son of valor, virtue, and wisdom. You are indeed a living deity (Oosa), possibly why your close friends and associates fondly call you as such.

Happy Birthday, OOSA!!!

Igba odun Odun Kan o!

Afon a gbo, ko to wo!

Signed:
Otunba Moses Olafare
Director, Media & Public Affairs
Ooni’s Palace,
Ile-Ife.