By Folayimika Akanbi
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq; and the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Engr Yakubu Danladi Salihu, have heaped praises on the Mutawali of Ilorin, Dr Alimi AbdulRazaq, on the celebration of his 70th birthday.
They eulogized the Ilorin Emirate title holder in separate statements issued in Ilorin on Friday.
The Governor, in his congratulatory message issued through the Deputy Chief Press Secretary, Government House, Ilorin, Mashood Abdulrafiu Agboola, described Mutawali’s life as a fine study in hard work, resilience, excellence, and service to God, community, and humanity.
He applauded his older brother for his Solomonic leadership, for being a true brother in every sense of the word, and for his fidelity to the values of the AbdulRazaq’s family and Ilorin as a community.
AbdulRazaq asked Allaah to uphold the celebrant upon goodness, keep him steadfast as a conscientious Muslim and statesman, and ease his affairs with good health and happiness.
“Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq extends hearty congratulations to his older brother and the Mutawali of Ilorin, Dr Alimi AbdulRazaq, on the joyous occasion of his 70th birth anniversary today, July 31, 2026.
“Despite being a man of many firsts like our late father AGF AbdulRazaq SAN, Dr Alimi remains incredibly humble and gracious at every turn. It is the reason we all adore him,” the Governor’s birthday message read in part.
The Speaker, in a statement issued through his Chief Press Secretary, Sheu Abdulkadir Yusuf, identified Dr Alimi AbdulRazaq as a community leader, eminent lawyer, human capital development enthusiast and a successful businessman, who has made remarkable contributions to nation-building.
Salihu also praised the Mutawali of Ilorin’s remarkable records in both private and public spheres where he served meritoriously, especially his significant contributions to community development that earned him the prestigious title of the Ilorin Emirate.
The APC governorship candidate joined the family, friends and the good people of Ilorin Emirate in wishing the Mutawali of Ilorin a happy birthday filled with Allah’s endless mercy, blessings and guidance as he continues to serve humanity.
The congratulatory message reads partly, “The Speaker, Kwara State House of Assembly and APC governorship candidate, Engr Yakubu Danladi-Salihu celebrates the Mutawali of Ilorin, Dr Alimi AbdulRazaq, as he clocks 70. He is one of Nigeria’s finest.
“Dr AbdulRazaq, the Scion of the late first Northern Nigerian lawyer and pioneer Mutawali of Ilorin Emirate, Alhaji AGF AbdulRazaq, OFR, SAN, is the first PhD holder in law from the Emirate.”
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