The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has praised the Yoruba Tennis Club for its century-long contribution to intellectual discourse and national development as the organisation marked its 100th anniversary.
The celebration featured a centenary lecture attended by prominent figures from Nigeria’s political, business, and social circles.
The keynote address was delivered by the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, who spoke on the topic “Inclusive Governance and National Unity: Lessons from Delta State for a United Nigeria.”
In a statement shared via his X account on Friday, Obasa described the club as a historic institution that has consistently played a key role in shaping discussions around governance and national unity.
He said the centenary was not only a celebration of longevity but also of sustained relevance and impact.
According to him, the club has remained a platform for dialogue that promotes unity, collaboration, and good governance in Nigeria.
Obasa emphasized that inclusive governance remains essential to solving many of the country’s socio-political challenges, adding that national unity must be continuously strengthened through dialogue and cooperation.
He congratulated the Yoruba Tennis Club on reaching its 100-year milestone and commended its members for preserving its legacy of intellectual engagement.
The event attracted high-profile guests from different sectors, reinforcing the club’s longstanding reputation as a center for elite discussions on national issues.
