Tuesday June 10, 2025|
There were praises, exchange of gifts, cutting of cake, among others yesterday in Uyo.
It was during the ceremony marking the 54th birthday of the wife of the Senate President Mrs Unoma Akpabio.
Senators, top government officials in Akwa Ibom State and the Federal Government, key private sector players and others, who turned out to honour Mrs Akpabio.
Among the guests is Africa’s richest man Dr. Aliko Dangote, children and grandchildren of the celebrator.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio sounded poetic in an emotional tribute. He said “be assured of my love forever. My dear wife, words cannot describe my joy as you add another year to your age today.
“Your life is replete with positive impact on humanity. Your love for fellow women, children and the less privileged in our society will continue to be celebrated.
“You made my tenure as Governor of Akwa Ibom State exceptional when as the First Lady of the State 2007 – 2015 you initiated numerous programmes through the Family Life Enhancement Initiative (FLEI) which changed frowns to smiles on the faces of thousands of Akwa Ibom people. Your good deeds especially your humility in the service of our women, children and the vulnerable shall never be forgotten.
“Even out of office as the First Lady of Akwa Ibom State, you have continued to impact lives through numerous empowerment initiatives, medical outreaches and other interventions like building houses for widows and the vulnerable.
“My family is blessed to have a God-fearing wife/mother like you,” he said.
Senator Akpabio expressed profound gratitude to his wife for her unwavering support to him, their children, and the people of Akwa Ibom, and presented her with a special birthday card, offering heartfelt prayers and goodwill messages.
Dr. Dangote described Mrs Akpabio as a role model and commended her significant contributions to national development through various empowerment initiatives.
Deputy Whip of the Senate, Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi, described Mrs Akpabio as a prayerful and supportive woman who has been steadfast in her support and encouragement of her husband’s political journey and leadership.
Mrs Akpabio thanked the husband for his love and support for her over the years of their marriage.
“Thank you my dear husband for your love and for always supporting me. Thank you for loving me. I want to reassure you once again of my love, support and loyalty to you,” she said.
She expressed her heartfelt appreciation to the guests for their unwavering support, prayers and goodwill.
