The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has been honoured with an Outstanding Leadership Award by the Ibadan Royal Highnesses and the Council of Baales of Ibadanland.
The prestigious award was presented on Thursday during a courtesy visit to the Speaker’s office at the Oyo State House of Assembly Complex, Ibadan.
Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the Oniladuntan of Laduntan, Oba Adebowale Kamorudeen Adeyemi JP, described Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin as a young and visionary leader who has brought innovation, dignity, and excellence to legislative governance in Oyo State and beyond.
He commended Ogundoyin’s growing political stature and his exemplary service both as Speaker and as the current Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures in Nigeria.
“We are proud that our son is making the entire Yoruba land, and indeed Nigeria, proud through exceptional leadership. His passion for youth inclusion, institutional reforms, and responsive lawmaking is commendable,” the monarch said.
In his response, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin expressed deep appreciation to the Ibadan Royal Highnesses and the Baales for the recognition, describing the award as a source of encouragement.
“This award means so much to me, especially coming from our revered Royal Fathers and Baales of Ibadanland. I dedicate it to the people of Oyo State, my colleagues in the Assembly, and all who believe in the strength of youth leadership. I promise not to relent,” he said.
Ogundoyin reaffirmed his commitment to promoting democratic values, legislative excellence, and sustainable development across Oyo State.
The visit was concluded with special prayers for the Speaker’s continued success, as well as for peace, prosperity, and progress in the state.
