Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin and House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu have felicitated Senate President Godswill Akpabio on today’s celebration of his 62 birthday.
They described him as a patriotic Nigerian who is gifted with exceptional leadership, wisdom, and dedication to the nation’s democratic process.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, the Deputy Senate President, who is also the First Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of the ECOWAS Parliament, praised Akpabio for the 10th Senate’s robust synergy with the Executive arm for the benefit of the general populace.
“I join all Nigerians and other well-wishers worldwide in congratulating your Excellency, the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON, on your 62nd birthday anniversary.
“Your remarkable journey as a governor, senator, minority leader, minister, and now President of the Senate has been exemplary and groundbreaking.
“Your dedication to advancing the legislative arm, robust legislative-executive synergy and overall nation-building have, indeed, stood you out as a patriotic Nigerian par excellence”, he said.
Also, Kalu acknowledged Akpabio’s achievements as governor of Akwa Ibom State, which have left a lasting legacy.
The Deputy Speaker described Akpabio as a “jinx breaker” following his historic election to the Executive Committee of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), ending Nigeria’s 59-year exclusion from the global legislative body’s top hierarchy.
He saluted the Senate President’s political trajectory in the last 25 years.
The Deputy Speaker lauded Akpabio’s commitment to promoting good governance, accountability, and the rule of law, earning him respect and admiration from colleagues and the nation at large.
Kalu said: “Your Excellency, I extend my warmest congratulations to you on your birthday. Today marks a significant milestone in your life, and I am honored to celebrate this special day with you.
“Your commitment to promoting good governance, accountability, and the rule of law has earned you the respect and admiration of your colleagues and the nation at large.
“As you celebrate another year of life, I pray that Almighty God continues to bless you with good health, wisdom, and strength to continue serving our nation with distinction.
“Please, accept my heartfelt felicitations, and may this special day be filled with joy, love, and cherished moments with family and friends”.
