Chairman of the House of Representatives’ Committee on Steel Development, Hon. Abdullahi Ibrahim Halims has congratulated the Deputy Governor of Kogi State, Chief Edward David Onoja, as he clocks forty seven years old.
Rep. Halims, in a statement by his legislative aide on information, visual and strategic operations, Comrade A. M. Nasiru, on Monday, said that on the auspicious occasion of the 47th birthday of the Deputy Governor, he joined all the family members, political associates, friends and protégés of the veteran strategist in celebrating his milestone on earth.
He also congratulated him for his many years of love and sacrifices for the nation, especially in his chosen career and profession, banking and mining, respectively.
The lawmaker, who represents Ankpa federal constituency of Kogi state in the House of Representatives, recalled with delight, Edward’s remarkable brilliance from young age at the Federal Government College, Kwali and University of Jos which caught the attention of many well wishers, leading to him been greatly revered by classmates, noting that the knowledge had, overtime, only translated into more wisdom.
Describing Onoja as a “bibliophile”, Halims noted that the former banker with the Guarantee Trust Bank and entrepreneur, has inspired industrial growth of youths in the North Central through hair styling, looks care and other investments.
He noted that Onoja’s footprint in the development of Kogi State, and quintessential attention to human and social development, will always be remembered and appreciated.
He extolled the Deputy Governor for the visionary role he played in the banking sector, management of companies, and development of many successful politicians within and outside Kogi State.
He prayed that the Almighty God will grant longer life to the Deputy Governor who described as a Civilian General, and more strength to keep pursuing his profound passion of serving humanity, especially through philanthropy.
