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Jonathan: ‘A Respecter Of Rule Of Law, Freedom And Human Rights’ – Okowa Eulogies ex-President At 63
Governor of Delta State, Sen. Ifeanyi Okowa, has described former President, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, as a respecter of rule of law and freedom and a man who never abused human rights throughout his tenure as president of Nigeria.
Okowa spoke in a congratulatory message to the former president as he clocks 63 years on Friday.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, on Thursday in Asaba, the governor commended the former president for his unique statesmanship and graceful disposition to issues.
“Your administration will long be remembered as the government that practiced the rule of law and freedom of expression as there were no records of human rights abuses throughout your tenure”, the governor said.
According to him, Jonathan’s bourgeoning role in entrenching democracy across Africa through his observer-mission activities was impactful and laudable.
He recalled the former president’s role in the peace process in Mali, describing it as “truly statesmanlike”.
According to the governor, Jonathan’s exemplary contributions aided the institutionalization of democracy and improvement of elecions in Nigeria and Africa through his personal sacrifice and leadership by example.
“On behalf of the government and people of Delta, I congratulate our leader and statesman, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, as he celebrates his 63rd birth anniversary.
“Your Excellency, it gives me pleasure to celebrate you for your continuous role in deepening democracy in our dear country and Africa.
“As our dear former President clocks 63 years today, it is my prayer and that of millions of Nigerians, that God will continue to strengthen him in his avowed commitment to ensuring greater peace, good governance and enduring democracy in Africa,” he said.
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