The Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has described the Bishop of Sokoto Catholic Diocese, Father Mathew Hassan Kukah, as a righteous man.
Obi stated this on the occasion of Kukah’s 70th birthday.
Decribing Kukah further as “a dogged fighter against corruption, oppression, injustice and evil that has pervaded every part of our nation,” the former Anambra state governor added that through Pastor Kukah’s evangelism, he has corrected the many wrongs in the country and has written his name in the hearts of many Nigerians.
He wrote, “My Lord and Elder Brother, Bishop Kukah, hearty and warm fraternal greetings as you mark your 70th birthday; and join the legion of the righteous. I share in your joys as we celebrate your life and many impactful years in the service of God, the Church and Country.
“You have remained a consistent voice against corruption, oppression, injustice and evil, which pervade every part of our nation. By your preaching, writings and lifestyle, you have influenced and pointed many to the right ways of life.”
Obi said Kukar’s life is one of service to God and humanity, adding that his “voice of wisdom and courage” have been inspirational and to many Nigerians.
“You speak truth to power! You are a sincere patriot committed to nation building and a united Nigeria.
“As an apostle of faith and qualitative education, you have continued to invest in education, for the good of the people, and development of the nation. You have in many ways, written your name in the hearts of men, by your evangelisation and lifestyle of charity and humility.
“I pray that God will grant you more wisdom to lead, health to work and blessings and grace to impact more lives positively and run the race till the end. Happy Birthday My Lord Bishop.”