Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has congratulated former Governor and statesman Chief Cornelius Adebayo on his 81st birthday anniversary, calling him a distinguished senior citizen who continues to inspire many generations after him.

“Baba C. O. Adebayo is one of the last men standing in the generations of statesmen and patriots whose idea of a better country, however strong, is expressed in the most decent and peaceful way.

"This is a great legacy he is known for and about which generations to come will read,” the Governor said in a statement on Friday.

“The Otoge administration continues to draw inspirations and quality advice from the statesman.

"As he marks his 81st birthday anniversary, I send my felicitations to him.

"I pray Almighty God to grant Baba C. O. Adebayo good health and more rewarding years ahead."