Chief Mrs. Toyin Omole Congratulates Rt. Hon. Matthew Kolawole on 61st Birthday.
A frontline aspirant for Kabba/Bunu/Ijumu Federal Constituency under the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress, Chief Mrs. Toyin Omole has extended warm felicitations to former Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Matthew Kolawole, as he marks his 61st birthday.
In a congratulatory message released in Kabba on Tuesday, Chief Mrs. Omole described Kolawole as an “accomplished legislator and elder statesman” whose years of service have left a lasting impact on Kogi State.
“Rt. Hon. Matthew Kolawole is a leader who gave his best to the growth of our state. His leadership of the 6th and 7th Assembly was marked by peace, maturity, and people-centered legislation,” Omole stated.
She commended the former Speaker for his contributions to the development of Kabba/Bunu LGA and his consistent advocacy for youth and women inclusion in governance.
“At 61, you remain a symbol of stability and wisdom in Kogi politics. Your doors have always been open to the people, and your legacy of consultation continues to guide many of us,” she added.
Chief Mrs. Omole prayed for God’s continued guidance, good health, and long life for Kolawole as he celebrates the milestone.
Rt. Hon. Matthew Kolawole, who represented Kabba/Bunu Constituency, served as Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly from 2017 to 2023.
He marked his 61st birthday with family, friends, and associates.
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(DEMOCRACY NEWSLINE NEWSPAPER, MAY 5TH 2026)



