Man of Integrity: Akpabio extols Osoba at 85

The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has praised the virtues of the Elder Statesman, Chief Olusegun Osoba, lauding him as a man of honor and integrity who has made significant contributions to the development of Nigeria.

Senator Akpabio made these remarks while leading a strong delegation of the Senate, including the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jubrin, Senate Leader, Senator Bamidele Opeyemi, and over 30 other Senators, to celebrate the 85th birthday of the former Governor of Ogun State in Lagos on Saturday.

The event, which also marked the public presentation of the book “Segun Osoba: My Life In The Public Eye,” was attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Tinubu, among other dignitaries.

In a statement by Anietie Ekong, the Special Assistant on Media and Communication to the Senate President, Senator Akpabio was quoted as saying: “For us as the 10th Senate, we came in our numbers to honor a man whom God has honored.

“We join his well-wishers in saying, as your days, so shall your strength be. For us, we came to say congratulations for a life of honor and integrity that you have lived and for your contributions to the development of our dear country, Nigeria.

“We also congratulate you for putting your thoughts on paper for future generations in the book that is being presented to the public today, which will help shape the future of our country.”

Senator Akpabio expressed his delight that Chief Osoba has lived to witness the Renewed Hope administration of President Tinubu. “On the book, it is timely, and we are honored to stand alongside you to witness the culmination of a journey that has shaped the destiny of our great nation.

“Our country became pregnant with hope at the dawn of democracy in 1999. But today, the hope is renewed. At times like this, we look beyond the contemporary pains to the permanent gains. The book that we have before us is a call for us to rise as Nigerians to support the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration to deliver hope to all Nigerians.

“We in the National Assembly share your view about the greatness of our nation, where love will flourish like a breeze and unity like a mighty stream. You have shown love to Nigerians irrespective of tribe and religion.

“May your words continue to enlighten, and may your actions continue to inspire. May your legacy continue to guide us towards a brighter future. On behalf of the National Assembly as a whole, we extend our deepest gratitude to God Almighty for keeping you alive and strong, and we wish you a happy birthday and many happy returns,” Senator Akpabio said.

The birthday celebration of Chief Osoba saw the attendance of Governors, politicians, traditional rulers, captains of industry, media executives, and people from all walks of life.