The Rivers State Deputy Governor, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, has joined family, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate Mrs. Pauline Furo Batubo on the glorious occasion of her 80th birthday. Describing the octogenarian’s life as a radiant and undeniable testimony of God’s extraordinary grace, Prof. Odu commended her enduring legacy of faith, resilience, and community impact.
Speaking during a heartfelt thanksgiving service held in honour of the celebrant at the Chapel of Redemption, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, the Deputy Governor emphasized the significance of reaching such a milestone in good health and spirit. She noted that a life spanning eight decades, dedicated to the service of God and humanity, is a rare blessing that deserves profound gratitude. She highly commended the family for organizing the service, noting that celebrating elders while they are alive and healthy is a virtuous act that brings divine blessings to the home.
According to Prof. Odu, Mrs. Batubo’s journey through life serves as an inspiring blueprint for the younger generation. “An 80th birthday is not just a celebration of chronological age, but a profound celebration of wisdom, maternal strength, and the countless lives touched along the way. Mrs. Pauline Furo Batubo has lived a life that speaks volumes of God’s faithfulness, and we are privileged to witness this beautiful milestone today,” she remarked.
The thanksgiving service was filled with joyful praise, reflections, and prayers for the celebrant. The service featured soulful choruses, Scripture readings, and an uplifting sermon that focused on the benefits of gratitude and living a purposeful life. Attendees, including prominent government officials, academic figures, and church leaders, took turns to pay tribute to Mrs. Batubo’s quiet dignity, matriarchal strength, and her unwavering devotion to her family and the Christian faith.
Under the visionary leadership of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, the Rivers State Government remains deeply committed to honoring and supporting elder statespersons and senior citizens who have contributed immensely to the peace, stability, and cultural fabric of the state. The Deputy Governor’s active presence at the celebration underscores this deep respect for community builders.
As Mrs. Pauline Furo Batubo begins her journey into her eighties, the community prays for her continued good health, peace of mind, and the grace to witness even more joyful moments with her loved ones.
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