We wish to celebrate Prof Wole Soyinka as he steps into the pantheon of nonagenarians today.
As our own living legend, Soyinka’s life is a testament of commitment to high ideals. He is honoured as the epitome of the finest in the global community of letters and a shining star in the Nigerian firmament.
We celebrate this ultimate icon who will continue receiving accolades for centuries.
We honour him for he still stands as a bulwark against injustice and oppression locally and internationally.
We consider his life as a manifestation of his drive for a better nation. We wish him many more years in sound health.
Dr Joe Odumakin, President, Centre for Change.
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