Valentine Ozigbo felicitates with people of Anambra at 29

ONITSHA, Anambra, Nigeria – One of the governorships aspirants in Anambra state 2021 under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Mr.Valentine Ozigbo has  congratulated the government and people of Anambra State on the occasion of the 29th anniversary of the state’s creation.

In a statement signed by Mr.Ephraim Adiele, Media Assistant to Valentine Ozigbo, the politician commended the industrious spirit of the people of the state, which he said has  produced  many prominent and prosperous  sons and daughters of the state.

“Since the creation of our beloved state in 1991 from the Old Anambra State, we have experienced enviable advancement as a people.

“Ndi Anambra have always been an embodiment of the motto of the state and have repeatedly proven to be the light of the nation in whatever field they find themselves,” the respected business leader continued.

“In business, sports, education, and the arts, Ndi Anambra have proven to be trailblazers, setting the pace and setting standards wherever they find themselves. It is, therefore, no surprise that our state is home the highest number of documented billionaires in the country.

“The many illustrious sons and daughters of Ndi Anambra who have recorded landmark achievements both home and abroad indicate that we as a people are doing something right,” he said.

Ozigbo, who is the immediate past President and Group CEO of Transcorp Plc, also stated that for Anambra to move  to the next level in its unfolding of greatness people must  imbibe the culture of excellence and continuous improvement from the grassroots and classrooms.

He also called for stronger political leadership in the state while commending all past leaders of the state for their sacrifices and contribution to the development of the state.

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“Worthy of commendation are the men and women who have led our state in different capacities in the past. I commend former governors Chinwoke Mbadinuju, Chris Ngige, and Peter Obi for their contributions to advancing the fortunes of our dear state.

“I also salute the great giants from Anambra like Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, Professor Dora Akunyili, Chief Osita Osabede, Professor Chinua Achebe, Father Cyprian Michael Tansi, Dr. Chuba Okadigbo, Mr. Cyprian Ekwensi, Chief Oliver De Coque,  Chief Emeka Odumegwu Ojuwku, Professor Chike Obi, and a host of others who left a remarkable legacy in service, courage, and service to humanity for us to follow,” he stated.