BEVERLY HILLS, September 30, (THEWILL) – President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State on his 55th birthday, noting that the governor looked beyond the bias in the South-East to allign with the All Progressives Congress, APC, in 2015.
In a congratulatory message to the governor, President Buhari extolled the celebrator’s sterling leadership qualities, selfless philanthropy and commitment to the nation’s unity.
The President, according to a statement by the Senior Special Assistant on media and publicity, Garba Shehu, also wished Okorocha many more years of service to his people and to the country.
Part of the letter read: ‘‘On this special occasion, I wish to commend Governor Okorocha’s leadership and commitment to the people of Imo State and the entire nation.
‘‘His philanthropy has touched many lives in states across the country, from the south to the north.
‘‘I also wish to express my deep appreciation to him for his support and commitment to the success of this administration.
‘‘Owelle Rochas Okorocha had the vision to look beyond ethnic bias and align his political interest and that of his people with that of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), even when many in his region did not have such foresight.”
