By Francis adewumi
It was just like yesterday when an illustrious son of Ekiti state was called to bar, nobody thought he would be able to record the giant strides he had recorded in legal and educational sectors.
In the history of Yoruba race , nobody been honored with this giant Chieftaincy, Aare Bamofin of Yoruba land except our own son Aare Afe Babalola (SAN) by the late Alaafin of Oyo Kingdom, late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi for his contributions to development of Nigeria and man kinds.
Aare Afe Babalola, the founder of ABUAD. At 94, Aare Afe is an exceptional individual who exudes vitality.
His contributions to education, health, judiciary, and industry are unparalleled.
Kabiyesi has fondly called, is a distinguished and outstanding lawyer.
Aare will celebrate 60 years in the legal profession on July 10 this year.
Aare is 60 years at bar and 40 years at inner bar.
His impact on legal jurisprudence is indelible and cannot be overlooked.
With the establishment of Afe Babalola University, Afe Multipurpose Hospital, Afe Babalola international school, Afe Babalola industrial Park, Afe Babalola Farms to mention a few, has put smiles on the faces of many across the country.
He has made Ekiti proud on the map of the continent through ABUAD, has ABUAD is one of the leading university across the globe.
As a philanthropist, Baba Afe has made significant contributions to nation-building, and we are honored to have him as a father in Ekiti.
ABUAD, the university he founded, is renowned for its unwavering commitment to excellence in education, and has gained national and international recognition.
As an indigene of Ekiti and a worker in the university I want to appreciate him for shaping our lives for better future challenges.