Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Owolabi Olakulehin has been made an honorary fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB).
Executive committee of the institute decorated the monarch with the position recently at his palace in Oke Aremo, Ibadan after the opening ceremonies and paper presentations of the exhibition.
Conferring the honorary fellowship, NIOB president Sir Alderton Ewa said the contributions of the monarch to building the environment and the Nigerian nation is remarkable.
He said that as a graduate of building technology, the monarch possesses and has demonstrated a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the construction industry throughout the years.
According to him: “The Nigerian Institute of Building is proud to recognise your outstanding achievements by conferring upon you the highest honour within our institution. This recognition is a testament to your unwavering commitment to excellence and your dedication to the advancement of the building profession.”
He added that the acceptance of the honour by the Olubadan will further elevate the status of the NIOB and inspire its members to strive for greater heights, stressing that the guidance and support of Olubadan will be invaluable to shape a better future for Nigeria and the institute.
The monarch, speaking through the Are Ago Balogun of Ibadanland, Lateef Akintola, appreciated the courtesy visit and the conferment of the honorary fellowship.
In the post conferment acceptance speech made on behalf of the paramount ruler, Aremo Olubadan of Ibadanland Olasunmbo Olakulehin said the king was proud to accept it considering his experience and background in building technology.
