More honour and recognition are coming the way of Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, as the former Military Administrator and Governor of the defunct Bendel State, Brigadier General Samuel Ogbemudia (rtd.) has described the
“2013 Man of the Year” Awards by various leading newspapers in Nigeria to Uduaghan as a befitting recognition of his exceptional leadership and vision.
in a congratulatory message expressed satisfaction on the choice of Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan emphasising that “ even as I find their unanimity very
striking and unprecedented, I agree with them on the kernel of their coincidental judgment”.
He noted that Dr. Uduaghan’s vast ideas and achievements especially the “Delta Beyond Oil” initiative made his
choice and recognition a worthy one.While describing the “Delta Beyond Oil” initiative as a product of a grand vision, Ogbemudia
attested to the great transformation the initiative has brought to Delta> state.
He
recommended its emulation at the national level emphasising that “ I was privileged to visit Koko in Warri North Local Government Area, on that occasion l proclaimed Delta Beyond Oil asa formula for National Redemption in due season.”