Dapo Abiodun, the Governor of Ogun State, and Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Governor of Lagos State, praised Kunle Soname, the owner of ValueJet Airline, for his exemplary leadership. They described him as an icon of entrepreneurial drive and an extraordinary Nigerian as he celebrated his 60th birthday. The governors made these remarks at Soname’s birthday celebration held at Ereke Civic Centre, Ikenne Remo. Other dignitaries present included the Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Noimot Salako-Oyedele; the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Daisi Elemide; the Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade; and former Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, among others. Abiodun highlighted Soname's significant support and inspiration to his administration, especially in transforming the Gateway International Airport. He noted Soname’s impact on hundreds of thousands of lives through his ventures in aviation, sports, and philanthropy. Abiodun described Soname as a dependable, reliable, and accountable entrepreneur who consistently supports national development efforts.