Prince Ogunlari Olumuyiwa Adeyemi has commended the Epe Club for what he described as a rare, thoughtful, and exemplary gesture in immortalising Alhaji Shakirudeen Akanni Seriki Bamu while he is still alive, noting that the honour reflects deep appreciation for a life of service and positive impact on society.

Speaking on the significance of the immortalisation, Prince Ogunlari praised the Epe Club for choosing to celebrate excellence, leadership, and goodwill at a time when the honouree can witness and appreciate the love, respect, and gratitude of the people. He described the initiative as a powerful reminder that true heroes deserve recognition not only in death but also in life.

According to him, celebrating Alhaji Seriki Bamu while alive sends a strong moral message to the younger generation. He stressed that such recognition should inspire youths to live purposeful lives, uphold integrity, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

“By celebrating him while he is alive, the Epe Club has set a good example. This is what we, the younger ones, should emulate—doing good, serving humanity, and living in such a way that we too can be celebrated when we grow old,” Prince Ogunlari stated.

He further described Alhaji Shakirudeen Akanni Seriki Bamu as a father figure, mentor, and community pillar whose contributions to social development and human relations have earned him widespread respect across Epe Division and beyond.

Prince Ogunlari concluded by urging other organisations and associations to adopt similar initiatives that honour impactful individuals, noting that such gestures encourage unity, preserve legacies, and motivate future generations to pursue lives of purpose and service.