From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Peter Odili, on his 76th birthday.
Odili, a respected leader and statesman, was the governor of Rivers State from 1999 to 2007.
According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu said he joins family, friends, and the people of Rivers State to celebrate the former governor on this momentous occasion.
He saluted Odili, recalling his valiant strides in ensuring the infrastructural development of Rivers State, especially by connecting major parts of the state through durable roads and providing sustainable electricity through independent power projects.
The President acknowledged the landmark efforts of the founder of the PAMO University of Medical Sciences, Rivers State, in developing human capacity in health and education for the benefit of the present and future generations.
He said celebrates the statesman renowned for his unaffected humility and facility for mentoring and raising generations of leaders who remain at the fulcrum of impacting local, state and national development.
The President commended Odili for his service to the nation, patience, grace, and notable strength of will.
President Tinubu prayed for more years of good health, joy, and happiness for Odili and his family.