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
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has congratulated the President of the Senate, Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio, on his 62nd birthday.
Kalu lauded Akpabio’s exceptional leadership, wisdom, and dedication to Nigeria’s democratic process.
He also acknowledged Akpabio’s achievements as governor of Akwa Ibom State, which have left a lasting legacy.
The Deputy Speaker who referred to Akpabio as a “jinx breaker” due to 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 saluted the Senate President’s political trajectory.
He also commended 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 prayed to God to continue to bless Akpabio with long life, good health, and wisdom as he serves his fatherland.
He 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.”