By Olawale Ogunbusola, Ibadan

The Holy Trinity Grammar School Old Students Association, 1986 Set, has celebrated one of its own, Prince (Alhaji) Bashir Banji Bello-Olaoye, Crown Prince of the Soun Olaoye of Ogbomoso Royal Dynasty, on the occasion of his birthday.

In a birthday tribute released on Sunday, the President of the Set, Alh. (Hon.) Kazeem A. Alimi, described Prince Bello-Olaoyebas an exceptional brother, loyal friend, and one of the strongest pillars of support for the association.

Though the message came a few days after the July 20 celebration, Alimi said the admiration and appreciation behind it remained profound.

He explained that the delay was due to his engagement as host of the President and Chairman of Council of the Nigerian Institute of Management, Chartered, and delegates from across the South-West at the successful Oluyole 2026 South-West Zonal Management Summit held at Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, Ibadan from July 20 to July 22, 2026.

“Every 20th of July is indeed a remarkable day, as it celebrates not only your birth but also that of your beloved daughter. Interestingly, my last son equally shares this special date, making it even more memorable and dear to my heart,” Alimi said.

He recalled that from their days together at Holy Trinity Grammar School to the present, Prince Bello-Olaoye had remained dependable, humble, generous, and trustworthy.

“Despite the thousands of miles between us in Dallas, Texas, USA, your heart has never been far from home. Your unwavering commitment and readiness to support every worthy cause, especially anything that concerns our beloved Holy Trinity Grammar School, continue to inspire us all,” he added.

Alimi noted that the Crown Prince’s kindness, generosity, and passion for the progress of their alma mater had made him a priceless asset to the 1986 Set.

“As you celebrate another glorious year of Allah’s faithfulness, I pray that the Almighty Allah continues to surround you and your entire family with abundant mercy, divine protection, excellent health, lasting peace, unending joy, and overflowing prosperity.”

He further prayed that Allah bless Prince Bello-Olaoye’s new age with “infinite Rahmah, divine Shekinah Glory, abundant Barakah, wisdom, strength, favour, and long life in excellent health.”

“Congratulations once again, my dear brother and cherished friend. May your days continually be filled with reasons to celebrate, and may the bond of friendship and brotherhood we have shared since our secondary school days continue to flourish for many decades to come,” Alimi concluded.