Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has congratulated his Anambra counterpart, Professor Charles Soludo on his 63rd birth anniversary.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba on Friday, Oborevwori said that the sterling contributions of Soludo to the development of the banking industry in Nigeria is legendary and worthy of commendation.
He lauded the Aguata-born Economics Professor and former Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria for his vision and promise of making Anambra a mega-industrialised economy.
He said: “It is to the credit of Governor Soludo that banks in Nigeria grew stronger and better positioned to compete favourably with their counterparts all over Africa and beyond.
“As Governor of Anambra State, you have provided impeccable leadership through the philosophy of One Anambra, One People, One Agenda, with the goal of building Anambra into a livable and prosperous smart megacity.”
He expressed optimism of a greater cooperation between Delta and Anambra, saying that as neighbours, they had so much to share.
“On behalf of my family, the Government and people of Delta, I congratulate my brother Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR on his 63rd birth anniversary.
“I am quite confident that your election and assumption of office will pave way for you to provide an enduring leadership for the people of Anambra in appreciation for their massive support in your election.
“As neighbours, I look forward to greater cooperation and integration to make life meaningful for our people,” Oborevwori stated, and wished Soludo a very happy and memorable 63rd birth anniversary celebration.