Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, has felicitated with former Governor James Ibori, as he clocks 61 today, August 4.
Okowa in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Olisa Ifeajika, extolled Chief Ibori for his outstanding contributions to the development of Delta State and Nigeria.
The Governor lauded the enigmatic political prowess of his former boss, describing him as a political colossus, astute administrator and an enthusiastic leader of impeccable value.
He noted that it was to the credit of the former Governor and other great leaders that oil producing states of the Niger Delta are enjoying 13% Derivation, adding that his indefatigable role as a champion of Resource Control and Fiscal Federalism unarguably stood him out among true patriots and one of the strong pillars of Nigeria’s democracy.
The Governor recalled with emotions some of the sacrifices made by Chief Ibori to deepen Nigeria’s democracy and profusely thanked him for his role in his re-election for a second term in office.
He affirmed that Chief Ibori’s uncompromising posture on the issues of injustice and good governance in Nigeria had made him a rare breed and one of the cornerstones of Nigeria’s democracy, especially with his track record of persistence, consistency and effective leadership.
Governor Okowa commended the visionary and inclusive leadership style that Chief Ibori provided for the people of Delta for eight years, laying the foundation for a modern state, and building bridges of unity among the diverse ethnic groups in the state.
The Governor stated that the best years of Chief Ibori were still ahead, and prayed God to grant him long life, good health and more wisdom to keep serving the state and country.
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