Chief Idowu Salami, the traditional secretary to the Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II has received Doctorate degrees & international awards from the prestigious St. Thomas-a-Becket University in collaboration with Faith University Seminary Ghana, Divine Theological Open University, India, world kingdom of empire of David, Jerusalem & Diplomatic Envoy/ambassador -a-large plenipotentiary of the United Nations Volunteers in Ghana.
The two Doctorate degrees in Africa administrative system, humanity and leadership, United Nations Volunteers Ambassador & World Citizenship of the common wealth of Israel were bestowed on Chief Salami Idowu on Wednesday, 2nd of October, 2024 at Ife Grand Resort in Ile-Ife.
In his address, the Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor (Dr.) Joy Barthsy Ojoi Enebiene CJP disclosed that it is very rear for a well recognized University to bestow many awards of different calibres on just one person.
” The recipient of these awards has proven to be repeatedly versatile in the line of his duty by helping people who come across him in the society.
“It is a privilege for me to be the Vice Chancellor that will be decorating this benevolent enigma particularly when we are still in the midst of Olojo Festival & the celebration of the birthday of the Arole Oduduwa.
” Having been studying Chief Idowu Salami, it is visible to the blind that he merits these awards without mincing words”. Professor Joy said.
Oba Muraina Adedini Asoya of Isoya who represented the Ooni of Ife has said Chief Idowu Salami has always been working in line with the spirit of the Arole Oduduwa.
” I am not surprised that Chief Idowu Salami is being decorated today because he deserves more than even these awards.
“He has always been a man of undented character, astute integrity, disciplined, benevolent, God fearing and always want people that come across him to be successful without using religion or tribe as a barrier.
” Chief Idowu Salami is an egg in the eyes of Oonirinsa and that is why with his job, Ooni must see him everyday.
“I therefore use this opportunity to congratulate Chief Idowu Salami as he becomes a Doctor & Ambassador today. May eledumare guide, guard him as more of these are still coming”. Oba Adedini said.
In his acceptance speech, Chief Idowu Salami appreciated the Almighty Eledumare for not allowing these awards to meet him in the grave.
” In order not to waste time, I want to dedicate these awards to the hard working Youths of this community who are striving to attain the top legally.
“I want to use this medium to also charge them that they should not give up, it will pay off someday if they do not relent”.
” I cannot get to where I am today if not for my father, the head of all crown bearers, the Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II who has always been my strength when I am weak as human.
“I want to appreciate Oonirinsa for giving me the platform to survive and to also be a blessing to others.
” Equally, I want to thank the school & the Vice Chancellor that have deem it fit to bestow these awards on me.
“As you all go back to your countries, may you get to your destination safely”. Chief Idowu Salami said.
Dignitaries at the event include Otunba Moses Olafare, Director, Media and Public Affairs, Ooni’s palace, Prince Ogunwusi, The Shepherd, Prophetess Bola, Evangelist Benados, Mr Reuben, Mr Dominion, Mr Tope Aworefa & others.