Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has eulogized Nigerian nationalist and Ijaw leader Edwin Clark on the occasion of his 96th birthday.
Obi described Chief Clark as as a father and leader, who has remained “a crusader of national peace and unity, an icon of truth and justice and an embodiment of courage and fearlessness.”
The former Anambra governor gave his congratulatory message in tweet via his verified handle @PeterObi.
He wrote: “Today, I am delighted to celebrate a very respected father-figure and elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, on his 96th birthday. I share in his joys, and thank God for the blessings of good health and longevity he enjoys.”
According to him, Chief Clark has remained at the vanguard of the fight against injustice of the poor, oppression of the masses and disregard for the rule of law. He consistently speaks truth to power, standing as a moral compass for leaders.
“He is a lover of good governance, accountability in office, adherence to the rule of law and implementation of equity and justice in governance. He believed in and supported the vision of a better, united and secure Nigeria that will be beneficial to all Nigerians.”
“I celebrate you today, Sir. May God bless you with more abundant health of mind and body, and may you continue to inspire our generation in the path of truth and justice.”
“Happy 96th Birthday Chief Edwin Clark!”