…says it has been seven years of peace, and prosperity as Deputy Governor
Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt Hon Comrade Philip Shaibu, has dedicated his 7 years as the number two citizen of the State to God, even as he expressed gratitude to the Edo people for allowing him to serve.
Shaibu stated this on Sunday at a colourful harvest and thanksgiving celebration at St. Paul Catholic Church, Airport Road, Benin City.
According to the Deputy Governor: “The last seven years have not been an easy journey, it has been bumpy. However, I am happy and grateful to God, because, in all things, He says we should give thanks “.
“So, for me, it has been seven years of honour to God, seven years of glory to God, seven years of God’s favour in my life and in my home.
“Looking back, God has preserved my life and I am thankful to Him; with what I have seen from the beginning till now, I must say that God has been merciful”.
“In everything I do, I do with the fear of God and with so much commitment. I am happy and excited, to God only be the glory in all I have achieved today and I know He is taking me somewhere. He knows the end from the beginning and I will continue to glorify Him”.
“It has been seven years of peace, seven years of experience, seven years of prosperity, seven years of greatness. I know that the tenure shall end in praises, he added.