Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta, has expressed gratitude to the people of Delta and Nigerians for the warm wishes on his 62nd birthday.
Oborevwori spoke while thanking God for his 62nd birth anniversary during the regular morning praise/worship at the Government House Chapel, on Monday Asaba.
He described the outpouring of love and goodwill as “deeply touching” and appreciated the birthday messages, prayers, and adverts in newspapers and electronic media.
Oborevwori quoting from the scriptures, said, “Psalm 100 verse 4, we enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. That is what I have come to do, to thank God.”
He extended gratitude to political associates, friends, well-wishers, and citizens across the country who sent birthday messages, prayers, and goodwill messages in newspapers/electronics adverts.
He said despite his efforts to keep a low key birthday, but close friends and family found him and celebrated with him.
“I tried to keep it quiet again this year, but some friends and my wife were in on the plan.
“I was even a bit upset at first, but their love and persistence moved me.
“Your kind messages, prayers, and thoughtful adverts in newspapers, and on television and radio stations truly warmed my heart and made my day extra special.
“Even those who didn’t support me politically still wished me well. That shows a deep level of love and maturity. I thank you all,” he said.
He however, said that despite his efforts this year, close friends and family found him and celebrated with him.
“I tried to keep it quiet again this year, but some friends and my wife were in on the plan,” he said with a smile. “I was even a bit upset at first, but their love and persistence moved me.”
Oborevwori emphasised the importance of unity among the people of the state, adding that decisions taken in the spirit of prayer and unity could be reversed by division.
He urged the people of Delta to continue praying for the state and its leaders, stressing that unity would bring more development.
The governor acknowledged greetings from notable Nigerians, saying, “It’s only God who can truly reward such love.”
He prayed for joy, peace, and blessings upon the people.
The governor’s birthday celebration was marked by a surprise party, despite his efforts to keep it low-key.
