Enugu Governorship Aspirant Celebrates Ekweremadu At 60

Enugu state Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial Aspirant Denge Josef-Ken Onoh has extended felicitation to his co-aspirant, Senator Ike Ekweremadu who turned 60 years old today.

Onoh said he does not consider Ekweremadu as a rival in the 2023 governorship race but views him as a partner with whom he had worked in close affinity over the years, spanning for about twenty years.

He described Ekweremadu as a charismatic, dynamic, and astute politician, and an intelligent lawmaker who has represented Enugu West senatorial zone with strong ambiance and made landmark contributions to the enhancement of democracy and lawmaking processes in Nigeria.

He wished Ekweremadu a memorable birthday, prosperity, and longevity, noting that he is hopeful Ekweremadu would contribute to the balancing of temperate powers, not only in Nigeria but in Africa as the lawmaker has been exposed.

Onoh said: “Despite our political differences, the bond of brotherhood that holds us together stands years before now. About twenty years ago while I was a member of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Ekweremadu was a first-time senator and I remember that while the issue of the creation of Development Centers came up, I opposed it, but Ikeoha (Ekweremadu) was there to broker a peculiar understanding between me and the then Governor Chimaroke Nnamani.

“We have had good political understanding over these years and he has held positions that projected Enugu state proudly to compete in the national politics, and so despite the present politicking, I, on behalf of myself, my family, and the good people of Enugu State, we wish you a happy birthday my dear brother.”