Chief Yera, a very reticent moral icon and communication guru with class and finesse in his capacity as an insider in Ife, felicitated with Hon. Rotimi Makinde in a very unique form through his amazing choice of words, making all readers to be awestruck at his encomiums showered on the former Federal Parliamentarian.

In the goodwill message, Chief Yera described Hon. Makinde as an "Ooduan to the core, a passionate lover/promoter of our cultural heritage, very kind-hearted, well grassrooted progressive politician with a lucid record positive impacts not only on his supporters and party faithful but also on several inhabitants of the entire Ife land which was his constituency meritoriously represented as a Federal legislator between 2011 and 2015."

He further testified to the political uprightness of the Ife born All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain who is widely known as a true democrat and large-hearted politician who sacrificed a lot for his constituents.

The Ooni's image maker also added,
"Let me not start mentioning 1-by-1 the beneficiaries of almost 200 vehicles, his conspicuously edified country home is undoubtedly a contribution to the infrastructural development of Ile-Ife. I too de talk??? Sorry let me mention the the ready-for-transmission OODUA RADIO station also conspicuously edificated at the peak of AJEBANDELE HILL in my town."

Chief Yera concluded his tribute by extolling the virtues of Hon Mankinde especially his sense of humility and calmness, while also referencing his (Makinde's) choice of investment in Ife which has opened doors of job opportunities for Ife people and allowing many media professionals to build and showcase their talents at his Oodua FM radio station domiciled in the heart of Ife.

The concluding part of the palace spokesman's tribute reads:

"I can go on and on and on appreciating this great Legacian walahiiii especially in celebration of his birthday which is Today. My big brother, Hon. Makinde who has always related with me as if we were mates, I heartily join the thousands of your well wishers to rejoice with you as you're a year older today. May the Almighty Olodumare bless you with good health, long life and imeasurable fulfillments of life."

Of course seeing the mouthpiece of Arole Oodua speak glowingly about Hon Rotimi Makinde is an indication that the highly revered monarch, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi; (Ọjájá II) is at peace and very pleased with this astute politician, Hon Makinde who is strongly passionate about Ife, particularly on its, socio-economic development, success and good image.

It is clearly on record that Hon Makinde's commitment and love for Ife and democracy is legendary and inspiring, especially with his pedigree and track records of mentoring, guidance and support for upcoming Ife youths to accomplish their dreams.

Hon. Makinde has written his name in gold in the annals of history and earned for himself, national and global accolades and respect.

Makinde personifies courage in leadership and patriotism; therefore, saluting his abiding faith in ideals of democracy and the Ife and Nigerian project is profoundly on point.

His recent participation in the SWAGA'23 initiative which is aimed at persuading Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to throw his hat in the ring for the 2023 presidential bid is another feat which has earned him immense respect and as well boosted his loyalty quotient.

This great Ife born political octopus is not just a bridge-builder, his humanitarian disposition, his dogged commitment to the success of APC at Local, State and National as well as his crave for the unity and peace of Nigeria are truly worthy of commendation.

Great leaders have vision and enthusiastic to achieving results. They can see into the future. They have a clear, exciting idea of where they are going and what they are trying to accomplish and are excellent at strategic planning.

They also dispassionately focus on the needs of the people as well as their situations. Leaders focus on results, on what must be achieved by themselves and by others. Suffice to say great leaders focus on strengths, in them and also in others for the overall good of the larger society. These are undoubtedly the virtues Hon Rotimi Makinde stand for and truly represent.