The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Cornelius Ojelabi, on his 68th birthday.

The governor lauded Ojelabi’s steadfastness and commitment to progressive values, saying they have helped to shape the ruling party and positively impacted many lives.

Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement released on Friday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, described Ojelabi as a religious leader, seasoned politician, and administrator who has used his positions to mobilise enormous support for the APC and foster development in Lagos State.

The governor added that with his role as party chairman, Ojelabi has contributed significantly to the growth and development of Lagos State. He said the party helmsman had contributed greatly as a council chairman, commissioner, member of the House of Representatives, making him an important figure in the growth of the state.

He said: “On behalf of my lovely wife, Ibijoke, the government, and the good people of Lagos State, I join family, friends, political and religious associates, leaders, and members of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State to celebrate our chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, on his 68th birthday.