In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori described Chief Ikimi as a first-rate political leader with impeccable leadership qualifications and a model administrator.
“As an impeccable leader, you made a name for yourself in the fields of architecture, politics, and business.
We celebrate you and all that you have accomplished through your humble beginnings to your illustrious career as a first class architect and top politician.
“As you join the octogenarian club, we thank you for your kind contributions to nation-building. It is my prayer that the good Lord will continue to uphold and guide you in all your future endeavours.
“On behalf of the government and people of Delta State, I heartily rejoice with elder statesman and leader par excellence, a perfect gentleman and a man of immense wisdom, Chief Tom Ikimi, as he celebrates his 80th birth anniversary on April 10.
“It is our prayer that God will continue to protect you and grant you good health to render more selfless services to mankind