Today, I celebrate not just an elder brother, but an exceptional personality whose life has been a remarkable source of inspiration, guidance, support and encouragement to me. Engr. Yusuff Olatunji Busari Aderibigbe, FASM, FIPMA, FNATE, MNSE, COREN Reg., is a man whose impact extends far beyond his professional accomplishments as a distinguished civil engineer.
He is a mentor, a benefactor, a visionary and, above all, a blessing to everyone privileged to be associated with him.
Having him as my elder brother is one of the greatest privileges I do not take for granted. I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have a brother whose wisdom, generosity, discipline, professional excellence and unwavering commitment to the advancement of others continue to inspire my personal and professional journey.
As a civil engineer par excellence, Engr. Busari has distinguished himself through his dedication to professional excellence, intellectual development and the pursuit of meaningful contributions to society.
His professional affiliations and accomplishments reflect years of commitment to knowledge, innovation, leadership and service.
However, beyond his impressive professional credentials, what makes him particularly exceptional to me is his extraordinary human side. He is a man who understands the importance of lifting others, creating opportunities and investing in people’s potential.
His influence on my life cannot be adequately captured in words. He has been a dependable source of encouragement, a mentor whose counsel I deeply value and a benefactor whose generosity and support have contributed immensely to my growth.
As a Public Administrator, Certified Journalist and Peace and Conflict Manager (MSPSP), I have continued to draw inspiration from his exemplary approach to life, his intellectual disposition and his belief in the power of knowledge, hard work and purposeful living.
One of the most remarkable demonstrations of his generous spirit is his decision to mark this year’s birthday by giving back to society through an eight-week free Data Science and Machine Learning training programme for 60 Nigerians.
The initiative, which prioritises applicants from Oyo and Ebonyi States, is designed to equip young people and aspiring professionals with relevant digital competencies and practical knowledge needed to thrive in today’s technology-driven global economy.
Out of the 60 available slots, 46 have been specifically allocated to the two states, with one participant expected to emerge from each of the 33 local government areas in Oyo State and 13 local government areas in Ebonyi State. The remaining 14 slots are open to applicants from across the country.
The programme, which will be facilitated by Dr. Olalekan Samuel Ogunleye, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Venda, South Africa, will cover Python for data analysis, statistics and probability, data cleaning and visualisation, machine learning models, model evaluation and deployment, as well as a practical capstone project.
For me, this initiative speaks volumes about the kind of man my elder brother is. While many people celebrate birthdays with parties and festivities, he has chosen to celebrate by investing in the future of others, empowering young Nigerians and creating opportunities for people to acquire valuable skills without financial barriers.
This is the hallmark of a purposeful life: understanding that true greatness is not measured solely by personal achievements but also by the number of lives positively influenced and opportunities created for others.
Dear big brother, I want to sincerely appreciate you for being more than an elder brother to me. Thank you for being my mentor, my inspiration, my benefactor and a dependable pillar of support. Thank you for your invaluable guidance, your sacrifices, your generosity and the countless ways you have continued to make life better for me.
I may not always find the perfect words to express how much I appreciate you, but I want you to know that I do not take your presence and contributions to my life for granted. Having you as my brother is a blessing I will forever cherish. I am indeed lucky to have you as my elder brother.
On this special occasion, I pray that Almighty Allah grants you many more years of sound health, abundant blessings, greater accomplishments, renewed strength and unprecedented opportunities to continue making a difference in the lives of others.
May your knowledge continue to illuminate paths for others, may your generosity never lack rewards, and may you continue to rise in your professional calling and every worthy endeavour.
Happy birthday to an exceptional brother, distinguished professional, outstanding mentor and remarkable benefactor.
Long life and greater accomplishments, Engr. Yusuff Olatunji Busari Aderibigbe!
With profound love, respect and gratitude,
Hon. Aderibigbe Yisahu Ajibola
Public Administrator, Certified Journalist, Peace and Conflict Manager (MSPSP)
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