92 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE!
HAPPY 92ND BIRTHDAY TO A LIVING LEGEND
Celebrating The Esama of Benin Kingdom @ 92
His Excellency Sir Chief Dr Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion,
CFR
Heartfelt Congratulatory Messages
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Eti-Osa, Nigeria
Happy birthday Sir! Your great impact cannot be denied.
Here’s wishing you continued sound health and happiness as you turn 92.
Benin city , Nigeria
Happy birthday to a man in the real sense of it, God bless u good man, your large heart and charity is beyond measures thank you so much for all you do for humanity, you are a blessing to us all, hearty cheers may God continue to give u length of days with us, congratulations EPA
Benin-City , Nigeria
It is my great pleasure to join millions of your family, friends and associates to wish you a very robust celebration of your glorious birthday @ 92 years. My best wishes for your wellbeing, and God's continued blessings of sound health of body and mind, in the many years ahead. Congratulations and Happy Birthday, Sir.
Lagos, Nigeria
GOODWILL MESSAGE TO HIS EXCELLENCY, CHIEF DR. GABRIEL OSAWARU IGBINEDION, CFR, THE ESAMA OF BENIN KINGDOM, ON THE OCCASION OF HIS 92ND BIRTHDAY
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, the National Executive Council, and the entire members of the Eko Boys' High School Old Boys Association, I extend our warmest congratulations and heartfelt best wishes to Chief Dr. Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, CFR, the Esama of Benin Kingdom, on the joyous occasion of his 92nd Birthday Anniversary.
Your life has been a remarkable testament to visionary leadership, entrepreneurial excellence, selfless philanthropy, and unwavering commitment to national development.
Through your numerous investments in education, healthcare, commerce, and human capital development, you have transformed countless lives and inspired generations of Nigerians to dream beyond limitations.
As a revered traditional leader and distinguished elder statesman, your wisdom, humility, generosity, and enduring legacy continue to illuminate the path for present and future generations. Your contributions to nation-building and the promotion of excellence remain a source of pride to all Nigerians.
On this special milestone, we celebrate your extraordinary achievements and pray that Almighty God grants you continued good health, strength, peace, and many more years of impactful service to humanity.
Happy 92nd Birthday,
Signed
Engr. Adeniji Raji, mni
Chairman, Board of Trustees
Eko Boys' High School Old Boys Association
TAMPA, FLORIDA , USA
Baba, kindly permit me to join others in celebrating your iconic life of super excellence @92. What can one wish you again than good health and never ending joy. I wish you more years in the land of the living.
Past District Governor of Rotary International District 9111 Nigeria.
Leicester, England
On the joyous occasion of the 92nd birthday of His Excellency Sir Chief Dr. Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, CFR, the Esama of Benin Kingdom, I extend my warmest congratulations and heartfelt best wishes.
Your remarkable life of service, visionary leadership, philanthropy, and unwavering commitment to the progress of society has left an enduring legacy that continues to inspire generations. As a revered royal figure, distinguished statesman, and devoted father, your wisdom, humility, and dedication to family and community remain exemplary.
May this special milestone bring you continued good health, peace, divine blessings, and many more years of fulfillment and joy. May your legacy of excellence and service continue to shine brightly for generations to come.
Happy 92nd Birthday, Your Excellency. Long may you live in grace, honour, and prosperity.
Benin City, Nigeria
92nd Birthday Tribute to the Esama of Benin Kingdom
Sir Chief Dr. Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, CFR
The Esama of the universe | The Living Legend of Benin Kingdom
On this glorious day, as you mark your 92nd birthday, we pause to celebrate not just a year added, but a lifetime that has become a nation’s treasure.
You are more than a title. You are an institution.
A Titan of Industry
From humble beginnings in Okada, you built an empire that touched aviation, education, banking, media, hospitality, and manufacturing. You dared to dream when others doubted, and you proved that vision, hard work, and faith can turn a village boy into the Esama of Benin — the one who holds the Kingdom’s wealth and honor in trust for the people.
A Father of Philanthropy
Your hands have built schools that gave children a future. Your heart has fed thousands. Your name, Igbinedion University Okada, stands as a monument to your belief that education is the greatest inheritance. You have clothed the naked, housed the homeless, and lifted the fallen without fanfare. That is the mark of royalty.
A Custodian of Culture
As Esama, you have been the bridge between tradition and progress. You have defended Benin customs with dignity, promoted our arts across the world, and ensured that the voice of the Palace is respected in every corridor of power. You wear your CFR and chieftaincy honors not for yourself, but for the dignity of all Edo people.
A Patriarch of Wisdom
Ninety-two years on earth, and your counsel is still sharper than steel. Generations of leaders, businessmen, and sons and daughters have sat at your feet to drink from the well of your experience. You teach us that longevity is not in age, but in purpose.
Sir Chief, today we do not mourn the years behind you. We honor the legacy ahead of you. May your strength be renewed like the eagle’s. May your steps remain firm. May your name continue to echo in the halls of greatness for generations yet unborn.
Happy 92nd Birthday, Esama!
May the ancestors grant you many more years in sound health, joy, and honor. The Benin Kingdom is richer because you walked among us.
Once again happy birthday sir and many happy returns .
Dr Sunny Duke Okosun
Deputy General Manager Programmes Division itv & radio
Ikeja, Nigeria
Happy 92nd Birthday to the esteemed Esama of Benin Kingdom, His Excellency, Sir Chief Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, CFR
Your remarkable life of visionary leadership, philanthropy, and unwavering commitment to nation-building continues to inspire generations. May Almighty God bless you with continued good health, peace, strength, and many more years of impactful service.
Congratulations, Your Excellency, and happy birthday!
Lagos, Nigeria
Happy 92nd birthday to indefatigable Esama of Benin Kingdom!
May God continue to bless and keep our beloved Chief in good health with sound mind throughout his lifetime in Jesus name.
I wish Papa many happy returns of the day.
BRAMPTON , Canada
Happy 92nd Birthday, Your Excellency, Chief Dr. Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, CFR, CON, The Esama of Benin Kingdom.
On this joyous occasion of your 92nd birthday, I, Omoregie West Osagiede (Regie), your Son, and your former Personal Assistant from 2008 to 2013, together with my family in Canada, respectfully join countless well-wishers across the globe in celebrating an extraordinary icon, leader, philanthropist, and father figure.
Your remarkable life has been defined by vision, excellence, generosity, and unwavering dedication to the service of humanity. Through your outstanding contributions to education, business, culture, and national development, you have built a legacy that continues to inspire generations within the Benin Kingdom, Nigeria, and beyond.
As you celebrate this great milestone, we thank Almighty God for His abundant grace upon your life and pray that He continues to bless you with good health, strength, peace, wisdom, and happiness. May your days be filled with joy, and may your enduring legacy continue to flourish for many years to come.
Happy 92nd Birthday, Your Excellency. May God Almighty continue to preserve and bless you abundantly.
With profound respect and warm regards,
West Osagiede (Regie)
Former Personal Assistant (2008–2013)
And Family in Canada
Lagos , Nigeria
Esama at 92
Happy 92nd Birthday to the Esama of Benin Kingdom!
Today, we celebrate an extraordinary icon whose life embodies vision, resilience, generosity, and enduring excellence. Your remarkable legacy has inspired generations and continues to shape lives through your commitment to humanity and national development.
As you mark this incredible milestone, may God continue to bless you with good health, strength, peace, and many more years of grace and fulfillment.
Congratulations, Your Excellency, on 92 remarkable years of impact. Happy Birthday, Esama!
Benin City, Nigeria
Happy birthday my Boss that I can never forget. I love you and I will continue to love you till eternity.
As you celebrate you 92nd birthday come September, 2026, I wish you happy celebration. May God continue to protect you, grant you good health with long life. You shall be stronger and be happier and God shall be proud of you. May our dear mother Mary continue to intercede for you always..Hail Mary, full of grace, thy Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus, holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death, Amen. Glory be to the Father and to the son and to the holy spirit, as it was in the beginning, its now, and ever shall it be, world without end, Amen
Once again, happy birthday BOSS & DADDY. May God also be with our mummy, you children and their offsprings in Jesus Name, Amen. Love you sir.
Benin city, Edo state, Nigeria
Happy 92nd Birthday to His Excellency, the Esama of Benin.
Today, we celebrate not just your age, but the remarkable legacy of courage, wisdom, resilience, and generosity that you have built over the years. At 92, your life remains a shining example of hard work, vision, and unwavering commitment to humanity.
Your impact on business, philanthropy, and the development of society has touched countless lives and inspired generations. You have stood as a pillar of strength and a symbol of excellence, proving that true greatness is measured by the lives one uplifts.
As you mark this special milestone, I pray that God grants you continued good health, peace, strength, and many more years of grace and fulfillment. May your wisdom continue to guide, and may your legacy remain evergreen for generations yet unborn.
Congratulations on this extraordinary journey of 92 years. Happy Birthday, Sir.
Lagos , Nigeria
A hearty congratulations to our revered Esama of Benin Kingdom, His Excellency, Sir Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion as you celebrate your 92nd birthdate. Wishing you a wonderful and joyous celebration.
Congratulations sir.
Lagos , Nigeria
GOODWILL MESSAGE ON THE OCCASION OF THE 92ND BIRTHDAY OF HIS EXCELLENCY, THE ESAMA OF BENIN, CHIEF DR. GABRIEL OSAWARU IGBINEDION, CFR
Your Excellency, Sir,
It is with profound respect, admiration, and heartfelt joy that I extend my warmest congratulations and best wishes to you on the occasion of your 92nd birthday.
Your remarkable life of service, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to the advancement of education, business, culture, and humanity continues to inspire generations within Nigeria and beyond. Through your pioneering achievements and immense contributions to national development, you have built a legacy that stands as a beacon of excellence, integrity, and philanthropy.
As a distinguished son of the Benin Kingdom and a revered elder statesman, your impact on society remains immeasurable. Your investments in education and human capital development have empowered countless individuals and transformed communities. Your dedication to preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Benin Kingdom while promoting progress and innovation remains truly commendable.
As you celebrate this remarkable milestone of 92 years, your exceptional accomplishments and enduring legacy continue to serve as a source of inspiration and pride to countless individuals across Nigeria and beyond. Your life exemplifies resilience, wisdom, generosity, and selfless service to humanity. The positive influence you have had on society will continue to be remembered and cherished for generations to come.
May Almighty God continue to bless you with excellent health, renewed strength, divine protection, wisdom, peace, and abundant joy. May your days ahead be filled with fulfillment and the satisfaction of witnessing the enduring impact of your life’s work.
Happy 92nd Birthday, Your Excellency.
Please accept my highest esteem, sincere appreciation, and warmest goodwill.
Yours respectfully,
Rotarian. Asemota Idele Enaghede
Rotary International District 9111
Benin city, Nigeria
Happy 92nd Birthday to the Esama of Benin, Chief Dr. Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, the lion of Okada.
Today, we celebrate a remarkable father, visionary leader, philanthropist, and trailblazer your life has been dedicated to service, nation-building, and the advancement of humanity.
For 52 years as the Esama of the Great Benin Kingdom, you have remained a symbol of excellence, resilience, wisdom, and leadership. Your contributions to education, business, culture, and community development have inspired countless individuals across generations.
As we mark this special occasion, we honor your enduring legacy and thank you for the invaluable impact you have made in the lives of many. You continue to serve as an example to young people and future generations, demonstrating that true leadership is built on vision, courage, and service.
May God grant you continued good health, peace, strength, and many more years of fulfillment and blessings.
Happy 92nd Birthday, Sir.
Long live the Esama of Benin.
Long live the Benin Kingdom.
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Lagos, Nigeria
HEARTIEST CHEERS
IN ADVANCE
TO
THE ESAMA OF THE UNIVERSE
On the joyous occasion of your 92nd Birthday Anniversary, coming up on September 11, 2026.
ROTARIAN
His Excellency Sir Chief Dr Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, CFR
Honorary Member, prestigious Rotary Club of Ikeja South
The fact remains that no English adjective is sufficiently apt to describe the extraordinary attributes of your person.
You are simply too exceptional to be fully defined by words.
Even at the gracious age of 92, you continue to stand out admirably- cognitively sharp, remarkably articulate and inspirationally purposeful.
An unparalleled all-rounder, untiringly altruistic; endowed with exceptional intellectual depth, you remain a source of inspiration to countless people; many of us who hold you in the highest esteem and affection.
Your life's impact transcends boundaries.
Through your visionary leadership, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, and enduring service to humanity, generations have been empowered and countless lives transformed.
As you celebrate this remarkable milestone, I pray that Almighty God (will) grant you excellent health, absolute peace of mind, renewed strength, and continued prosperity, enabling you to enjoy even more abundantly the fruits of your immense benevolence to mankind.
Happy 92nd Birthday, Your Excellency.
With profound respect and warm regards,
Rotarian Yinka Adeosun
Past Assistant Governor
Rotary International District 9111