Happy birthday to my dear brother, friend, and an exceptional soul, Mr. Afolabi Wale Mustapha.
Today, I celebrate you for your remarkable life of purpose, character and impact that you continue to live. You are a seasoned sports writer, an avid reader, a thoughtful editor, a committed journalist and above all, a true team player whose presence inspires confidence and respect. For anyone aspiring to walk the path of journalism, you are the kind of person they would be grateful to know, learn from and be associated with.
Your life reflects rare virtues that are increasingly hard to find; you are soft-spoken yet deeply influential, humble yet highly distinguished, reliable yet selfless in service. Your meticulous nature, your dedication to duty and your consistency in preserving standards speak volumes about the quality of man you are.
In your role within the Media Unit, Public Relations and Protocol, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja , where I head and as a recipient of the Distinguished Service Award, you have continued to show that excellence is not merely spoken about; it is lived daily through discipline, integrity and quiet commitment.
On a personal note, you have been a dependable support system; a true shock absorber in challenging times, someone whose strength, wisdom and calm disposition bring reassurance to those around you.
Your contributions, especially in sustaining work ethics, professionalism and order, do not go unnoticed. They are seen, valued and deeply appreciated.
Thank you for all you do and for the many ways you continue to serve with honor and grace.
May the blessings of this holy month of Ramadan continue to envelope you, elevate you in wisdom and favor and grant you many more years of sound health, peace, and fulfillment, Allāhuma Āmīn!
I celebrate you profoundly, SportsPro!
— Abdulkadir Bin ABDULMALIK
