Governor of Delta State, Senator (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa, has felicitated his Deputy, Mr Kingsley Otuaro, as he turns 55 on Sunday.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba, the governor paid glowing tribute to Otuaro for his immense contributions to the successes recorded by their administration in the last eight years.

He described Otuaro as a dependable and loyal partner, an astute troubleshooter, faithful public servant and sagacious politician who, with him (Okowa) they were bequeathing a Stronger Delta to citizens of the state.

He particularly extolled Otuaro for his immeasurable contributions to the prevailing peace in the state, especially in the oil-producing areas, noting that his peace advocacy earned him 2019 Niger Delta Peace Ambassador Award by the Daily Independent Newspapers.

According to Okowa, the calm environment in Delta had helped in improving the country’s revenue size, and provided latitude for accelerated development of coastal communities and the state.

“On behalf of my family, the government and people of Delta, I congratulate you, my dear brother and Deputy Governor, a sagacious and unpretentious politician and amiable leader, Mr Kingsley Otuaro, on your 55th birth anniversary.

“Your Excellency, I thank you for your invaluable contributions to the remarkable and outstanding accomplishments of our administration in the last eight years.

“As Chairman of the Peace Advocacy Committee against Oil Facility Vandalism in the State, you and your team worked very hard to ensure that Delta is peaceful

“As a great patriot and humble administrator, you have given immense support to our administration and I can’t appreciate you enough, my dear partner and friend.

“With your sustained collaboration, we have done our best to make life better and more meaningful for all Deltans and inhabitants of our dear state.

“As you deservedly celebrate the 55th anniversary of your birth, it is my prayer that Almighty God continues to bless you with robust health and many more years of service to God and humanity,” he said.

In the same vein, the Delta State Governor-Elect and Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitated the state Deputy Governor, Deacon (Barrister) Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, on his birth anniversary.

Oborevwori noted that the Deputy Governor epitomised humility and loyalty.

In a press statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Dennis Otu, the Governor-Elect joined the family, friends and political associates of the Deputy Governor in celebrating the auspicious occasion.

“On behalf of my family, I rejoice with you as you add another glorious year to your age today. I am so glad to know that you made service to God and humanity an article of faith in your life journey.

“Your devotion to public good, philanthropy, loyalty and humility are rare virtues. To God be the Glory as you celebrate today,” the statement added.

It stated further that Deacon Otuaro deserved to be celebrated for being dependable, loyal and dedicated and for his remarkable impact and contribution in the development of the state and uplifting of humanity generally.

The Governor-Elect prayed God to continue to protect the celebrant, grant him divine health and long life.