Ex -Rep member Mikko applauds Ojougboh role on advancement of democracy

Former House of Representatives member, Mr Benard Mikko has paid glowing tributes to a chieftain of the ruling All progressive congress (APC), Dr Cairo Ojougboh over his role in the advancement of democratic rule in the country.

Ojougboh a chieftain of the APC, was the immediate past Executive Director of Projects at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and the Campaign Director of Sen. Ali-Modu Sheriff Campaign Organisation.

Mikko who represented Khana and Gokana Federal Constituency from 1999-2003 on Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) platform described Ojougboh as a brave-hearted political torchbearer that is passionate about the well-being of Nigerians.

Felicitating with Ojougboh on his 63rd birthday anniversary, he noted in a statement: “Ojougboh had over the years never left anyone in doubt that he is a respected political icon, a quintessential trailblazer, a dogged goal-getter and a pragmatic grassroots political leader. The Ika people, Deltans and indeed Nigerians are proud of you.”

Mikko added that Ojougboh, also the Akinuwa of Anioma had unrelentingly provided a quality leadership style worthy of commendation at any capacity he served.

According to him, Ojougboh has helped in various capacities in presenting the road map needed to strengthen our nascent democracy.

Also in a separate statement, Dr Sunny Uwagba, who was at Ojougboh’s school mate described him as a humble trustworthy trailblazer and a philanthropist who was always ready to lift people up.

“As you celebrate another year, may your eyes not go dim and may your natural strength not be abated,” he prayed.

He was born on Sept. 8, 1959, in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State.