African Pride Media Salutes Former Governor Okowa at 66 as a Global Icon of Peace, Progress and Purpose
As birthday tributes reverberated across Delta State and beyond, African Pride Media, a reputable Pan-African news and cultural heritage Online Newspaper, has rolled out a red carpet of accolades to celebrate the 66th birthday of His Excellency, Senator (Dr.) Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, the immediate past Executive Governor of Delta State and former Vice Presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
African Pride Media, on the occasion of the 66 birthday, salute His Excellency Senator DR Arthur lfeanyi. Okowa as “a beacon of visionary leadership, compassion, and commitment to humanity,” whose legacy will continue to inspire not only Deltans but millions across the African continent.
“Dr. Okowa’s name is now permanently inscribed in the golden chronicles of African political history. He is not just a statesman; he is a symbol of resilience, humility, intellectual finesse, and developmental excellence”
A Life of Purpose and Unbroken Dedication to Service
Born on July 8, 1959, Senator Okowa rose through the ranks of public service with a sterling reputation for performance, integrity, and prudence. A medical doctor by training and a leader by calling, he served in various capacities including Local Government Chairman ,Commissioner, Secretary to the State Government, Senator, and eventually as Governor of Delta State from 2015 to 2023.
During his eight-year tenure, Okowa introduced numerous people-centered policies and sustainable infrastructural projects under the widely celebrated SMART Agenda and Stronger Delta Vision, with remarkable achievements in health care (including the establishment of the Asaba Specialist Hospital), youth empowerment, road infrastructure, education, peace-building, and job creation through institutions like the Delta State Job and Wealth Creation Bureau.
“He took the creeks, the uplands, and the cities along with him on his developmental journey. From Warri to Asaba, from Burutu to Agbor, his footprints are boldly stamped,
Pan-African Honour and Global Recognition
African Pride Media, known for celebrating excellence and integrity among African leaders, once again affirm that Former Governor Okowa’s birthday is not just a personal milestone but a symbolic celebration of good governance.
“His unwavering stance for peace during volatile times, particularly in the Niger Delta region, and his firm belief in restructuring Nigeria through equity, fairness, and justice, place him in the category of Nigeria’s most influential democrat
African Pride Media wish to further hint that, in collaboration with several continental think tanks, has named Dr. Okowa among the Top 10 Peace Architects in Nigeria in recognition of his diplomatic roles, especially in resolving youth restiveness, oil-producing community conflicts, and his quiet but effective consultations during his vice presidential campaign in 2023.
A Mentor to the Youth and Guardian of the Masses
African Pride Media wish to put on record in this tribute to Senator DR Arthur Okowa for his inclusive leadership style, his mentorship of emerging leaders, and his fatherly disposition toward the grassroots populace.
“He did not only build roads, schools, and hospitals as the ROAD MASTER—he also built people. Thousands of youths today owe their dignity to empowerment programs launched under his administration. He made politics people-focused, not personality-centered,.
A Celebration Beyond Borders
Dr. Okowa’s 66th birthday celebration has seen goodwill messages pour in from world leaders, Nigerian traditional rulers, international development agencies, and citizens of Delta State who have continued to express their gratitude for his selfless service.
In conclusion, the African Pride Media’s birthday salute, is calling on present and future African leaders to emulate the standard of excellence and humility demonstrated by Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa throughout his first and second tenure as Governor of Delta State from 2015 – 2023.
“As we celebrate this African statesman, we rekindle hope that a better Nigeria and a greater Africa is possible—so long as men like Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa continue to walk the noble path of truth, service, and compassion.”
Happy 66th Birthday, His Excellency Senator (Dr.) Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa — Africa salutes you.
Signed:Comrade Evang. Wilson Macaulay
Nigerian Representative
Management and Continental Advisory Board of African Pride Media.
Date: July 8, 2025
