The Senator representing Abia Central, Senator Austin Akobundu has described Senator Chris Adighije as a truly distinguished elderstatesman who served his people selflessly and promoted their interests at all times even as he keeps growing in age.
Akobundu made the remark in his congratulatory message to Senator Adighije on the occasion of his 80th birthday today, Saturday, 22 March 2025.
The birthday message reads:
“It is with a joyful heart that I felicitate with you on this auspicious occasion of your 80th birthday. We give God all the glory for having kept you to celebrate this landmark anniversary in sound health and countless blessings.
“As an elderstatesman with rich legacies of unimpeachable commitment to the public good and a politician of quintessential characteristics, you have answered the calls of your people, serving them selflessly and promoting their interests at all times.
“As an established administrator, you midwifed several public and private institutions, growing some from their formative stages to highly competitive large conglomerates, while others have been transformed to world class entities that have left many in awe of your administrative prowess.
“Your significant contributions as an erudite scholar to intellectual discourse have enriched knowledge globally, shaped institutions, and brought about progressive reforms to society.
“Despite your towering heights in society, you have remained an epitome of humility and an exemplary philanthropist who has been giving back to society without consideration for class or status.
“I am indeed grateful to God for blessing us with an illustrious personality like you. I am proud as always to be associated with you. Your birthday serves as another fitting occasion to not only celebrate you and the values and principles you represent, but to also let the world know how you, as a man of many great parts, have greatly impacted humanity.
“As you celebrate your 80th birthday today, I join members of your family, friends, associates, and well wishers to wish you a happy birthday and long life in sound health and happiness.
“Congratulations!”
