Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has congratulated former Military President, Geneeal Ibrahim Babangida, as he clocks 79 years.
In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, the Governor felicitated with the elder statesman for attaining the new age and commended him for his commitment to the unity and growth of the country.
He thanked the former President for his contributions to nation-building, recalling that it was during his administration that a number of states, including Delta, were created.
“At 79, your contributions to nation-building reverberates across the nooks and crannies of our great nation and as Deltans in particular, we can’t thank you enough for creating our state in 1991.
“As we mark the 29th anniversary of the creation of Delta, we recall with gratitude your exemplary and legendary contributions in making it a reality.
“The benefits of state creation no doubt, have manifested tremendously in the lives of over five million Deltans, and others who live and do business in our state, which has impacted positively on the economic, infrastructural and human capital development of our people.
“I must also commend you for your fearless contributions to national issues and your strategic support for the genuine efforts towards making our nation great.
“As a military officer, you had an illustrious career which culminated in your becoming President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
“As a national icon and elder statesman, we hold you in high esteem for granting the most important wish of Deltans at the time you did.
“As a distinguished leader and statesman, you served the nation diligently by ensuring the unity of our country through the promotion of harmony and tolerance in spite of our obvious diversity”, the Governor said.
He prayed God to continue to protect and guide IBB in all his future endeavours.
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