Etiaba hails Peter Obi as advocate of good governance beyond politics

Dame Virgy Etiaba, former Governor of Anambra State, has lauded Peter Obi, the Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), describing him as an exceptional leader whose dedication to public service and good governance extends beyond politics.

Etiaba, who previously served as Obi's deputy governor, shared these remarks in a birthday message to the former governor. She commended his significant contributions to economic revitalization, national development, and inclusive growth. According to a statement from Idris Zekeri, spokesperson for the Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR), Etiaba highlighted Obi's commitment to accountability, empathy, and the prudent management of resources as hallmarks of effective governance.

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I am pleased to join countless Nigerians and admirers globally in celebrating His Excellency, Mr Peter Obi. Beyond his political endeavours, Mr Peter Obi has emerged as a significant voice in discussions surrounding diligence, integrity, capability and active civic engagement.

Celebrating Obi on his 65th birthday, Etiaba praised his integrity, discipline, and purposeful leadership as qualities worthy of emulation. She noted that Obi has consistently demonstrated how responsible resource management, coupled with investments in education, healthcare, and infrastructure, can foster national development and encourage citizen participation.

Etiaba expressed her hope that Obi's milestone birthday would inspire Nigerians, particularly the youth, to embrace values such as achievement, peace, and commitment to national progress. She added that throughout his career in business, public service, and national leadership, Obi has shown a consistent dedication to societal development. Her prayer for him includes continued good health, wisdom, and strength to maintain his influential contributions to governance and national progress.

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As he marks this important birthday, my prayer is that the Almighty bestows upon him continued good health, wisdom and strength, ensuring his contributions to governance, fiscal prudence and national development remain profoundly influential.