By Ebriku John Friday
The Director General, Cross River State Due Process and Price Intelligence Bureau, Alphonsus Ogar Eba Esq, has felicitated with the Deputy Governor of Cross River State, Professor Esu Ivara on the occasion of his 69th birthday anniversary.
The Director General described Professor Ivara as a father and leader of modern generation, that his service to the state and Nigeria over the years in different capacities and now as a Deputy Governor is a template of emulation and reference of pragmatic leadership in contemporary politics.
The message reads: “I wish a father and Leader Professor Esu Ivara a happy 69th birthday celebration.
“Over the years, you have served Cross River State in many capacities. On behalf of all of us at the Cross River State Due Process and Price intelligence Bureau office and my political family across board, I convey appreciation for your service and fatherly advise and write to express warm felicitations to you on the landmark occasion of your birthday anniversary.
“As you deservedly celebrate this blessed day, it is my prayer that the King of Kings who has richly positioned you and ordered your every step this far, will continue to prosper you with sound health and fulfillment in many more years of worthy service ahead of you.”
“As Director General of Due Process, your deep knowledge of Governance and your sanctimonious insistence on hearing my opinion before memos are passed in Executive council meeting is one of the greatest things that has earned our Government its enviable status as one of the leading states when it comes to compliance with Due Process. I will forever remember this as a blessing.
“You stand out as the most hardworking and loyal Deputy Governor Nigeria has ever produced.
“I recommend you as a Perfect teacher to every student of leadership for training because I am already one of your students and I want to admit that you have truly impacted on me positively.
“Please accept my best wishes on this glorious milestone in your journey of life.”
Happy 69th birthday my Leader and Father!