The Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has felicitated the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Most Revd. Matthew Kukah on his 70th birthday. Saying, Rev. Kukah is a patriot, who is known for speaking truth to power.
Fayemi, described the Bishop. Kukah as a special breed and a gift to Nigeria and humanity, said, Bishop Kukah had been a voice for the vulnerable and the less privileged. He noted that the priest had a commitment to fighting injustice and human rights violations.
The Ekiti State governor, in a statement on Wednesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Yinka Oyebode, titled, ‘Fayemi hails Kukah at 70’, said the clergyman’s patriotism “is evident in his contributions to national discourse. The priest cum scholar has never shied away from speaking truth to power.”
The governor commended Kukah’s virtues of integrity, hard work, resilience and humility, attributes, which he said had endeared the priest to the people across tribes and faiths in Nigeria.
He stated, “Bishop Kukah embodies humility, courage, integrity and diligence. His passion for the masses, especially the vulnerable and less privileged is second to none. Such a man can best be described as a special gift of God to his generation.
“On this occasion of his 70th birthday, I wish him long life and good health so that he can continue his selfless service to humanity. On behalf of my wife, the government and the good people of Ekiti State, I congratulate Bishop Kukah and wish him many more years of celebrations,” Fayemi said.
