The recipient of the 2018 Global Excellence Grassroot Politician of the year Award and former Special Adviser to the Lagos State Government on Civic Engagement, Hon. Benjamin Adeyemi Olabinjo has congratulated the former Governor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, on his nomination as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, by President Muhammadu Buhari.

In a statement issued on Wednesday by BAO Media, Olabinjo said Aregbesola’s sterling quality is what earned him the trust of President Buhari. Further that his track record of diligent service and exceptional performance both in Lagos and the State of Osun with numerous landmark achievements would stand the test of time.

“I, Hon Benjamin Adeyemi Olabinjo, my entire political associate and family members congratulate Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola on his ministerial nomination by President Muhammadu Buhari.

“Your track record of diligent service and exceptional performance both in Lagos and the State of Osun with numerous landmark achievements would stand the test of time.

“Your sterling quality is what earned you the trust of President Buhari and the nomination for a minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“You are the true example of a leader and now with this appointment, there is another opportunity to bring your impeccable leadership qualities and brilliance to the service of Nigeria and humanity as a whole. I wish you all the best and congratulate you for this appointment May you achieve more success in life.

“We wish you the best as you answer this call to serve.

“Congratulations Sir and God’s strength as you march on in your duties for the good of our nation”, the statement read.