By Ovie Okpare
Delta State governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa on Monday says his predecessor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan made tremendous progress in the development and growth of the state during his reign as governor of the state.
Okowa stated this in a congratulatory message to celebrate Uduaghan on his 65 years birthday anniversary on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, on Monday, Okowa said the people of the state appreciate the former governor for his enormous contribution to the peace and development of the state.
The governor remarked that Uduaghan is “an elder statesman and leader of inestimable value” whose contributions to the growth and development of the state remained outstanding.
He commended Uduaghan for his towering achievements in socio-political spheres and prayed that God Almighty would continue to bless him with good health and long life.
Okowa urged the former governor to continue to avail the present administration his experience as the government strove toward a ‘stronger and prosperous’ Delta.
“On behalf of the government and people of Delta, It is with profound joy and gratitude to God that I express very warm felicitations to you on your 65th birth anniversary.
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“As an administration, we appreciate the enormous contributions you made and continue to make for the peace, growth and development of our dear state through the laudable programmes you initiated during your tenure as Governor between 2007 and 2015.
“As we vigourously pursue our Stronger Delta vision, we remain irrevocably committed to a sustainable future that requires us to open our hearts and minds to the values of love, courage, discipline, cooperation and commitment as exemplified by you during your reign as Governor.
“I join your family, friends and well-wishers to thank Almighty God for His continued guidance, protection and provision for you in the past 65 years of a life of many accomplishments,” the governor stated
