Arthur Akpodubakaye Felicitates E.K. Clark On 97th Birthday

The immediate past vice chairman of Warri South-West Local Government area, Delta State has felicitated the foremost Ijaw National leader and elder statesman, Chief PA (Dr.) Edwin Clark, OFR. CON, on the occasion of his 97th birth­day, wishing him peace, good health and more years ahead.

In his goodwill message made available to newsmen, on Friday, may 24th 2024, Akpodubakaye described Chief Edwin Clark as a great leader who is dependable and trustworthy.

Akpodubakaye added that Clark's advocacy for a better Nigeria and upliftment of the Ijaw nation and  Niger Delta has placed him on a vintage position and reference point for national pride.

“I join your family, friends and other Nigerians to felicitate you on your 97th birthday and thank God for giving you a long and impactful life. I appreciate your voice on nation­al issues, your advocacy has fostered uncommon development in every parts of the country.

"Words cannot not completely describe your legendary and unparalleled contributions to humanity. I pray God to grant you good health, happiness and most importantly more years with us". 

Akpodubakaye further extolled Clark’s legendary contributions to the country as an illustrious leader, nationalist, a teacher, politician, Commissioner for Education, commissioner for Finance in the defunct Bendel State, Federal Commissioner (Minister) in Lagos, and Senator of the Federal Republic.