The Mayor of Urhoboland and prominent business mogul, Eshanekpe Israel, also known as Akpodoro, has congratulated the Executive Director of FENONG Nigeria Limited (FNL), Mathew Tonlagha, on his birthday anniversary.

He described Tonlagha as a beacon of hope and an inspiring figure for the younger generation, particularly in Nigeria’s South-South geopolitical zone and the country at large.

In his congratulatory message, Akpodoro hailed Tonlagha as a trailblazer who has shattered barriers and defied the odds to combat poverty and despondency.

“Tonlagha has profoundly impacted his environment by transforming lives and reshaping the narrative of his people. He continues to uplift and empower those who cross his path, offering them a pathway out of poverty and hardship,” Akpodoro stated.

He further noted that Tonlagha, who also serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Mathon Engineering Limited, has demonstrated exceptional leadership in administration and human resource management.

According to him, Tonlagha has waged a successful battle against poverty, earning admiration for his humanitarian contributions to the Niger Delta region.

The Urhobo-born Mayor described Tonlagha as a legendary figure in leadership and administration, emphasizing that his achievements have propelled him to financial success.

He praised Tonlagha’s commitment to supporting people across the region, regardless of ethnic background, and his dedication to providing employment opportunities for the teeming youth of the Niger Delta.

Akpodoro message reads: “Calm and meticulously crafted by providence, Tonlagha is widely admired for his exceptional character, refined approach to issues, and Solomonic wisdom, which have enabled him to navigate challenges over the years. The people of our region take immense pride in him.

“Tonlagha is one of the brightest stars in the Niger Delta, and we are profoundly proud of him. His impeccable character and excellence in ideas distinguish him as a major flag bearer of our regional aspirations.

“On behalf of myself, the Association of Urhobo Mayoral Family Crown (AUMFC), my family, associates, and friends, I join the global community in celebrating and felicitating with my brother from another mother. May the lines fall in pleasant places for you as you mark another glorious year. Congratulations to a legend,” the Mayor concluded.