The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum have described Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu as an instrument of stabilisation for the forum.

The chairman of the forum and Governor Aminu Tambuwal disclosed this while felicitating Mr Ugwuanyi who turned 58.

Mr Tambuwal commended the prudence and fiscal responsibility that Mr Ugwuanyi brought to bear on the management of Enugu’s resources.

He said the forum was happy to note and associate itself with Mr Ugwuanyi’s sagacity in office and inclusive governance over the past six years.

“You have been an instrument of stabilisation for our forum. We wouldn’t fail to mention your astute handling of affairs in Enugu and your preferred option of peace, dialogue and tranquility as a governance model,” stated the Sokoto governor.

He added, “We commend the successful conduct of Local Government polls in Enugu state recently, at which all political parties were provided a level playing field to canvass their ideas and votes of the people in a free and fair atmosphere.”

The forum further noted Mr Ugwuanyi’s other achievements in office, especially in the area of urban and rural renewal initiatives, modernisation and upgrade of the tertiary institutions.

The forum also commended Mr Ugwuanyi for prompt payment of workers’ salaries over the years.

Speaking further, he noted, “The forum appreciates your valuable contributions to its progress, the much-needed reforms in our party, PDP, and the country generally. We recall with nostalgia how you expertly handled the zoning issue in PDP as committee chairman. We heartily join your people at home and abroad, in prayers to the almighty father to grant you more wisdom and favour in the line of national service, even as you achieve more developmental strides in Enugu state.”

(NAN)