Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa has come out to congratulate ex Vice-President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, on his 74th birth anniversary.

He revealed this recently via a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba.

According to him, Atiku should be hailed for his amazing commitment to the unity and economic growth of Nigeria via his investments and activities, including his handy counseling on national issues.

He added that Atiku is a detribalized Nigerian, whose benevolence impacted many lives beyond tribe, religion, gender, social status, and partisan frontiers.

His words, “On behalf of the government and people of Delta, I congratulate a great patriot and former Vice-President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, GCON, as he celebrates his 74th birth anniversary.

“As a great patriot and elder statesman, you have genuinely provided opportunities for people to utilize their potential and earn decent means of livelihood with your massive investments in education, agriculture, media, hospitality, water and oil and gas.

“You have made outstanding contributions to the growth of democracy in Nigeria and have remained steadfast in that direction, even when anti-democratic forces plotted against you on numerous occasions.

“Over the years, you have maintained a large, devoted and loyal followership and bestrode Nigeria’s political scene with stupendous capacity rooted in your famed generosity and large-heartedness.

“As our dear leader clocks 74 years today, it is my prayer and that of millions of Nigerians, that God will continue to strengthen him in his struggle for a better Nigeria.”