Alhaji Monsuru Èjìdé stands tall as one of those rare individuals whose life story is woven with purpose, perseverance, and people. As he celebrates his birthday today, Ogbomoso pauses not merely to mark the passage of another year, but to honour a life defined by compassion, service, and enduring influence.In a community where tradition meets enterprise, his name resonates not just as that of a successful man, but as a symbol of hope and humane leadership.
Born into modest beginnings, Alhaji Èjìdé’s journey was shaped by discipline, hard work, and an unyielding faith in God. His formative years taught him the dignity of labour and the value of integrity—principles that later became the pillars of his life. His birthday therefore offers a fitting moment to reflect on how these early lessons nurtured his deep empathy for the struggles of ordinary people.
A retired senior officer of the National Park Service, Alhaji Èjìdé distinguished himself in public service with diligence and honour. His career was marked by loyalty to duty and an uncommon sense of responsibility, earning him respect among colleagues and superiors alike. As he adds another year today, many recall his years of selfless service and pray that the wisdom gained continues to guide his post-retirement engagements.
What truly sets Alhaji Èjìdé apart is his boundless generosity. He gives quietly, deliberately, and consistently—supporting the needy, empowering youths, and standing by families in moments of joy and sorrow. On his birthday, countless beneficiaries offer silent prayers of gratitude, seeing this day as an opportunity to celebrate a man whose giving has restored hope and dignity to many lives.
Beyond material generosity, Alhaji Èjìdé is widely celebrated as a maker of men. He invests in people, especially the younger generation, with counsel, encouragement, and practical support. Many who today stand confidently in their careers and businesses trace their breakthroughs to his guidance, and his birthday stands as a reminder of the enduring fruits of his mentorship.
His compassion is deeply rooted in faith and culture. A man who respects tradition and upholds moral values, Alhaji Èjìdé bridges generations with humility and wisdom. As he marks another year, elders and youths alike celebrate not just his age, but the grace with which he continues to lead, advise, and inspire.
In community affairs, his voice remains one of peace, unity, and progress. He believes development must be inclusive and that prosperity loses meaning if it does not touch the grassroots. His birthday therefore becomes a communal celebration—one that reflects shared appreciation for a man committed to the collective good.
As family, friends, protégés, and well-wishers celebrate Alhaji Monsuru Èjìdé on this special birthday, the overwhelming sentiment is gratitude—for his life, his kindness, and his unwavering commitment to humanity. His story reminds all that the true measure of age lies not in years counted, but in lives touched. Indeed, today marks not just another birthday, but the celebration of a living legacy—a compassionate giver and a true maker of men.
