By Austin Ogwuda
Committed and ardent admirers of Chief James Onanefe Ibori have sent a heartwarming congratulatory birthday message to him as he marks 67 years old today (Monday).
Although some of these admirers are presently pitching camps in different political divides but on this auspicious occasion, congregated together to voice and rekindle their admiration for the man they cherish dearly called – Odidigboigbo.
Among the 48 of them who signed the congratulatory message are as follows:
Chief Stephen Egbivbie (Unugbogodo Of Oghara Kingdom); Engr James Erhuero (fmr SSG); Pastor Champion Kpateghe; Comrade Ovuzorie Macaulay (Fmr.SSG); Rt. Hon. Monday Igbuya; Hon. (Barr) Ejaife Omizu Odebala and Hon Vincent Uduaghan.
Others are Chief Ofa Henry Ogheneochuko PhD; Chief Mrs Faith Majemite; Jacob E. Ighere PhD (Oghara Elite Forum P.G); Chief Dr Wilson Omene; Barr. Chiedu Ebie (fmr SSG) and Rt. Hon. Mercy Almona-Isei.
The message reads:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION TO OUR NATIONAL LEADER @ 67
On behalf of Oghara Kingdom, friends and well wishers, we extend our hearty congratulations to our National Leader, His Excellency, Chief James Onanefe Ibori, the man whose name resonates beyond politics, reverberates unity and commands momentous respect.
From a humble background to the corridors of history, you blazed many trails with courage, compassion, and firm beliefs.
You gave Deltans not just roads and bridges, but hope, dignity, and voice.
Through storms and fair weather you have consistently exemplified bold leadership, grassroots loyalty, and undying relevance at local, national and international levels.
At 67, your legend grows even stronger, your light shines brighter, and your legacy lives on.
The leadership standard you have set remains unmatched, your forgiving mindset is novel, and the passing time has revealed your unique story as not just a journey, but a movement.
Your Excellency, we love you, we are blessed to identify with you, and we are always proud to celebrate you.
We pray that this new age brings you long life in good health, strength for the journey ahead, and uncommon peace and prosperity that surpass understanding.
May your wisdom continue to guide generations and may your legacy be strengthened across times.
As your days increase, so shall your strength. May heaven’s grace abound in all that concerns you.
Happy Birthday, Odidigboigbo!
Signed:
(A). Chief Stiphen Egbivbie (Unugbogodo Of Oghara Kingdom)
(B). Engr James Erhuero (fmr SSG)
1. Pastor Champion Kpateghe
2. Comrade Ovuzorie Macaulay (Fmr.SSG)
3. Chief Williams I. I. Makinde PhD
4. Rt. Hon. Monday Igbuya
5. Hon. (Barr) Ejaife Omizu Odebala
6. Mr Richmond Efe Obodo (UK)
7. Prince Charles Abutoh
8. Chief Ogheneovo Takpor (USA)
9. Prof Onome Ogueh
10. Chief Stanley E Sagboje
11. Hon Vincent Uduaghan
12. Chief (Barr) Lucky Omo Takpor
13. Oghara Elite Forum
14. Chief Jeff Ometite Ajueshi
15. Barr. Godstime Ejakpovie
16. Ms. April Abanulor
17. Chief Ofa Henry Ogheneochuko PhD
18. Ogbe Moses Jnr (USA)
19. Mr Jagbade E. Friday
20. Hon. Solomon Golley
21. Chief Judith Enamuotor
22. Chief (Amb.P) Lucas G.O Onorigho
23. Barr. Ramous Guana
24. Chief Mike Ogbodu
25. Chief Hon Vincent Igho Atumah
26. Hon Blessing Achoja
27. Chief Hope Abijor
28. Prince Olatunji Olusoji
29. Okakuro Augustine O Abunumah
30. Chief Johnbull Kelvin Awikpe
31. Rt. Hon. Mercy Almona-Isei
32. Ugo Alex Doghor
33. Elder Dr.Dere Otubu
34. Chief (Hon) Richard Ighere
35. Hon. Onome Moses Ojo
36. Hon. Kingsley Ikoyo-Eweto
37. Akpobire Asionaba Michael
38. Comrade Siosio Ufuoma
39. Prince Onoriode Umukoro
40. Richard Ogidi
41. Omoko Ejiro PhD
42. Elesha Onodavwero
43. Chief Mrs Faith Majemite
44. Barr. Fregene Jude
45. Jacob E. Ighere PhD (Oghara Elite Forum P.G)
46. Hon Kelly Keldor Edewor
47. Chief Dr Wilson Omene
48. Barr. Chiedu Ebie (fmr SSG)
*Source: GALLANT REPORTERS
