Her Excellency, Honorable Maureen Tamuno, your stellar journey through the corridors of leadership and nation-building continues to illuminate paths, inspire generations, and carve legacies. Today, as you are adorned with a richly deserved Chieftaincy Title by His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Ajibade Ghadegesin Ogunoye III, the Olowo of Owo, during his grand 5th-year anniversary, the significance of this moment transcends the ordinary.
This title is not merely an honor—it is a recognition of your profound contributions to humanity, an emblem of your indomitable spirit, and an acknowledgment of your unwavering commitment to the service of your people and country. From your distinguished service as Local Government Chairman to your impactful tenure as Legislator, and your diplomatic brilliance as Ambassador to the Republic of Jamaica, to your current transformative role as Managing Director, you have demonstrated an extraordinary capacity for excellence.
Indeed, it takes a rare and remarkable leader to command respect across such diverse spheres of influence. Your achievements resonate with the timeless ethos of leadership, blending wisdom, strategic acumen, and an unyielding dedication to progress. It is fitting, therefore, that the storied Olowo Dynasty has recognized you as a worthy custodian of its ancient and prestigious traditions.
As the ancient drums of Owo Kingdom thunder in celebration and the brilliance of the Owo Dynasty shine forth, the Kirike Kingdom proudly stands in solidarity with this monumental recognition. Your visionary leadership, intellectual brilliance, and administrative dexterity have consistently elevated you above the mundane, making you an icon of inspiration and a testament to the power of focus, discipline, and purpose-driven service.
This Chieftaincy Title is more than an honor; it is a crown that befits a trailblazer whose impeccable footprints are etched across every realm of service she has graced Your Excellency, you are not just a leader—you are a luminary, a force of nature, and a living embodiment of excellence.
On behalf of the esteemed Chiefs, Elders, and good people of the Kirike Kingdom, I extend our warmest congratulations to you on this remarkable achievement. May this illustrious honor ignite even greater accomplishments as you continue to soar, shaping history with elegance, wisdom, and unparalleled grace.
Congratulations once again, Her Excellency. The world celebrates you!
HRH King Air Commodore T.E.O Ogube rtd JP DSS fdc MSc MBA FCNA, Ogube I, Perekune Kingoli I, OPUDA I, OPU-AMBURA I, Amayanabo and Supreme Monarch of Kirike Kingdom Okrika
