
The Deputy Senate President and Delta All Progressives Congress, APC, Governorship Candidate, Sen. Ovie Omo-Agege, has felicitated with the party’s Vice Presidential Candidate, Sen. Kashim Shettima on his 56th birthday.
In a congratulatory message, Sen. Omo-Agege described Shettima as a highly respected politician, patriot and leader.
He acknowledged the outstanding roles played by the former Borno governor and immediate past lawmaker representing Borno Central Senatorial District, stating that “you have distinguished yourself in various positions in your state in particular and Nigeria in general. From serving as Commissioner in five ministries in Borno State, two-term governor and senator, you have been faultless, unblemished and exemplary.
“To your credit are many laurels including 2014 Governor of the Year (Leadership Newspaper); Governor of the Year, 2015, (Nigeria Union of Journalists, National Body); Governor of the Year, 2015 (NewsWatch Times); Governor of the Year, 2015 (Vanguard newspapers); Governor of the Year, 2016 (Tell magazine); 2017 Zik Prize for Leadership; Kaduna NUJ Award for courage and exceptional leadership (2017), FCT NUJ Merit Award for exceptional Leadership, 2017. The list is indeed endless.
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“While wishing Your Excellency a happy birthday celebration, I pray God Almighty to continue to keep you in good health and bless you with many more years of robust service to Nigeria,” he said.