The Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (CFR) Ojaja II, has hailed Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, as a true reformer and beacon of transformative leadership.
The monarch made this commendation during a private meeting with Governor Zulum at the Government House in Maiduguri, where he attended the combined convocation ceremony of Kashim Ibrahim University.
Oba Ogunwusi expressed deep admiration for Governor Zulum’s commitment to rebuilding Borno State, stating, “I like what you are doing, I am very proud of you.
‘I want to come closer to you. I have been a fan of yours for a long time, and you are a role model to many young people in this country. You have proven to everybody that you are truly a reformer. A lot of us are watching you; we support everything you do’.
The Ooni highlighted the historical ties between the Kanuri and Yoruba people, describing them as ‘blood relatives’ and emphasising the potential for economic collaboration.
He pledged to encourage investors to explore Borno’s vast agricultural opportunities, saying, ‘I saw a vast amount of land, arable for any kind of farming, this state can indeed feed the entire country’.
To cement their fraternal bond, the Ooni presented Governor Zulum with a symbolic Yoruba artefact, representing the rich cultural heritage and historical depth of the Yoruba people.
Governor Zulum expressed gratitude for the Ooni’s visit and acceptance of the chancellorship role at Kashim Ibrahim University, describing the monarch as a unifying figure and champion of national unity and cultural preservation.
He pledged to continue his administration’s work towards sustainable development and peace in Borno State.
