President Tinubu expressed gratitude to God for blessing Deacon Gbenebichie with the gift of longevity.
By Jeffrey Agbo
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm greetings to Deacon (Prince) David Gbenebichie ahead of the momentous occasion of his 100th birthday on October 12, 2023.
In a statement on Wednesday, the President commended the centenarian on his illustrious career in the public service, which spanned over 32 years, and took him to the highest echelons of the bureaucracy as a director in the Federal Civil Service, ultimately culminating in his retirement in April 1984.
As a descendant of the Ororoh Dynasty in the Okpe Kingdom and the Crown Prince Omateye Akengbuwa of the Warri Kingdom, the president recognised Gbenebichie’s unwavering commitment to family, community, and societal values.
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Born on October 12, 1923, in Elume, Sapele Local Government Area of present-day Delta State, Gbenebichie (JP), nicknamed “Young King David” due to his active involvement in the Lord’s vineyard, received his education both in Nigeria and abroad.
The celebrant is recognised as a pioneer in the establishment of agricultural cooperatives in the Nigerian Public Service.
President Tinubu, while expressing gratitude to God for blessing Deacon Gbenebichie with the gift of longevity, also commended his exemplary lifestyle that has always been defined by discipline, focus, love, and community service.
The President joined family, friends and the people of Warri Kingdom in celebrating the centenarian and wished him more years in good health and happiness.
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