Hon. Umar Farouk Arisekola-Alao, former Commissioner for Youth and Sports in Oyo State and a frontline member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has felicitated the Oyo State APC Chairman, Alhaji Olayide Abas, on the occasion of his 76th birthday.

In his goodwill message, Arisekola-Alao described Alhaji Abas as a seasoned politician, a bridge-builder, and a stabilizing force within the party whose leadership has continued to foster unity and progress among party members across the state.

“Alhaji Olayide Abas is a leader of uncommon wisdom, a man whose dedication to the ideals of our great party remains exemplary. At 76, his life is a testament to discipline, resilience, and commitment to service. He continues to inspire younger generations with his humility, forthrightness, and unwavering dedication to the growth of our party and the development of Oyo State.”

“On behalf of my family and associates, I heartily celebrate our respected party chairman, Alhaji Olayide Abas, at 76. May Allah bless him with longevity and prosperity, and may his years ahead be filled with peace and fulfillment.”