Revered Nigerian marine magnate, High Chief Emonena Victor Wayles Egukawhore (JP), has hailed Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State on his award as the Independent Governor of The Year.
The Wayles, who is the Chairman of De Wayles Group, in a congratulatory message on Friday, attributed the accolade to “hard work, zeal and determination to make a difference in the lives of Bayelsans” by the Miracle Governor.
He also urged the former lawmaker to not relent in his good strides in serving the Bayelsa people.
Wayles said;
“My dear brother,
Please accept our warmest and sincerest congratulations as my family and I join millions of Nigerians around the world to witness the presentation to you, as the award recipient of ‘Governor of the Year’, by The Independent Newspaper.
“This award could not have gone to a more deserving recipient than you.
“Looking at your hard work, zeal and determination to make a difference in the lives of Bayelsans and the Ijaw nation, I am truly thrilled to see your efforts being acknowledged and validated. Please do not relent in your pursuit of excellence.
“Best wishes for more successes in the future. Be assured that you have my full and complete confidence,” the statement added.
Diri was voted the best governor in the ‘Good Governance and Responsive Leadership’ category by The Board of Editors of Independent Newspapers.
The awards ceremonies will hold on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at the Convention Centre of the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, in Lagos.
