By Ken Afor
The immediate past Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Udom Emmanuel, has congratulated Senator Udoma Udo Udoma, who turns 70 today, Monday, February 26, 2024.
In his message to Senator Udo Udoma, the former governor recognized the distinguished Nigerian’s life, career and his passion for advancing the cause of humanity.
On his platinum jubilee, the ex-governor described Senator Udo Udoma, a former Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, as an embodiment of great character, and prayed for renewed health and protection, even as the nation continues to benefit from his fountain of knowledge and wisdom.
He said: “My Wife, Dr. (Mrs.) Martha Udom Emmanuel and I join your family, associates, friends and other well- wishers to congratulate you on the occasion of your Birthday today!
“My Distinguished, your life has been one of selfless service, of passionate devotion to doing all that is proper and right to advance the cause of humanity. Above all, you are an embodiment of character, integrity and morality.
“As you turn 70 today, we pray for more good health, grace and Heavenly protection so the Nation may continue to benefit from your fountain of knowledge and wisdom.
“Happy Birthday once again, my Distinguished!”
It would be recalled that Senator Udo Udoma was a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria between November 2015 and May 2019 during the tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari.
Prior to his ministerial appointment, Udo Udoma was elected as Senator for Akwa Ibom South in 1999, serving two terms until 2007, has been a very distinguished lawyer with degrees from Oxford. During his tenure as a Senator, he held various leadership positions including Vice-Chairman of the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Chairman of the Senate Committee on National Planning and Poverty Alleviation, and Chief Whip of the Senate.
