BANIGO FELICITATES WITH DAME PATIENCE JONATHAN ON HER BIRTHDAY

The Deputy Governor of Rivers State Dr. (Mrs.) Ipalibo Harry Banigo
has felicitated with Dame Ibifaka Patience Jonathan, Wife of the
immediate past President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as she
celebrates her Birthday.

In a statement from the Government House in Port Harcourt Dr. Banigo
described Dame Jonathan as a courageous woman and a proud daughter of
the Niger Delta who has continued to contribute towards the
socio-economic and Political development of Rivers State.

She said “as the First Lady of Nigeria, Mama Peace as she is fondly
called gave Nigerian women a sense of belonging by being a strong
advocate of the rights of women through, her vigorous pursuit of  the
affirmative action which  translated to more women holding greater
positions  of trust in the country”.

Dr. Banigo said despite being hounded by detractors and political
opponents Mama Peace has continued to demonstrate a rare courage in
the face of tyranny.

While wishing Dame Patience Jonathan many happy returns Dr. Banigo
prayed the Almighty God to continue to bless and keep her in good
health.

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