Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Seriake Dickson on Tuesday congratulated the former Minister of Works, Chief Tony Anenih over his elevation to the Chairmanship, Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and tasked him to bring into fore his wealth of experience in repositioning the Party as well as take it to enviable heights.
Describing his elevation as well deserved, the Governor said it has further confirmed the confidence that members of the Party reposed in his leadership qualities and fatherly disposition.
The statement reads in part, ‘your elevation has once again brought to the fore, your enviable qualities as a Good Father, a Bridge Builder, a Dependable Leader, an Accomplished Strategist, a reputable Mobilizer and Goal-Getter of our time with a track record of achievements.
‘It is our belief that, you will bring your wealth of experience to bear in your new position by giving quality leadership as well as take our great party to even much greater heights in all spheres of our political life.
‘We say welcome on board and may God in His infinite mercy always guide, direct and bestow on you, the wisdom of King Solomon as you take up this responsibility with renewed vigour, confidence and hope’.
Meanwhile, Governor Dickson has attributed the emergence of Governor Godswill Akpabio of Akwa Ibom State as Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) Governors Forum to his unique and purposeful leadership style.
Making this known in a statement made available to newsmen, the Governor lauded the unanimous decision of the PDP Governors, adding that the election of Governor Akpabio would go a long way in repositioning the Party and as well make the Forum more viable.
Describing his emergence as well deserved, the Governor said, ‘your emergence as Chairman of this all-important Forum at this period of our Party’s history is a clear manifestation of your unique leadership qualities, visionary and purposeful disposition as well as your immeasurable contributions to the growth of our great Party.
‘It is our sincere hope that you will bring these positive and result oriented qualities, which have endeared you to the generality of our party faithful over time, to bear in the new PDP Governors’ Forum.
‘It is our fervent prayer that the good Lord will continue to shower you with His wisdom and Grace to steer the ship of the PDP Governors’ forum effectively’.