Chief James Ibori, a former governor of Delta State has poured encomiums on his daughter, Hon Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, for walking in his footsteps politically.
Ibori who stated this in his message Sunday to celebrate the 45th birth anniversary of Erhiatake, said her “decision to walk in my footsteps politically has been vindicated.”
The former governor of the oil-rich Delta State, in his birthday message posted on his Facebook page, in an emotional-laden statement, said without Erhiatake, the assaults on his “legacy might have prevailed.”
Ibori fondly addressed as Odidigborigbo, especially in political circles wrote below:
Erhiatake,
Today 45 years ago, God almighty gave you to the family. I celebrate you with immense pride and gratitude. Over the years, you have grown into a fearless and principled leader, standing firm against compromise and defending values greater than personal gain. Your decision to walk in my footsteps politically has been vindicated. Without you, the assaults on my legacy might have prevailed.
I thank God for your life, as well as the mentors, supporters, and loved ones who have guided you on this journey. Today, I wish you continued good health, divine wisdom, and unyielding strength as you forge ahead. You have made your immediate family proud, your siblings proud, and your constituency proud. Above all, you have made me profoundly proud.
On behalf of my wife, your siblings, and our entire family, I pray that today is as remarkable as the impact you make every day. Happy 45th Celebration, Erhiatake! May the years ahead shine even brighter.
Dad.
