Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has on behalf of the Government and people of Delta State congratulate the Esama of Benin and Honourary Romanian Consul to Edo and Delta States of Nigeria, His Excellency, Sir, Chief Doctor Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedíon on the occasion of his Ninetieth birthday.
Govérnor Oborevwori in a congratulatory message eulogised the celebrant as one of the greatest visionaries of our time, a man whose life can be described in Biblical parlance as a sign and wonder.
Governor Oborevwori stated that Sir, Chief Doctor Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedíon is a unique personality, who achieved greatness that earned him global acclaim.
The Governor of Delta State extolled the celebrant as a trail blazer, boundary breaker, business icon, quintessential community leader and exceptional philanthropist.
Governor Oborevwori said present and future generations will forever marvel at the celebrant’s pioneering spirit, citing the first motor assembly plant in Nigeria, first indigenous soft drinks company in Nigeria, first private airline in Nigeria, first private university in Nigeria and first private television station in the country.
According to the Delta State Governor, the name Igbinedíon is not only a household name synonymous with vision, industry, perseverance, success, excellence, accomplishments and philanthropy but he has also inspired a whole generation of entrepreneurs and achievers.
