A frontline Edo Central Senatorial Aspirant for the Senatorial by-election under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. John Yakubu has hailed fathers globally, particularly fathers in Edo Central, on the occasion of the Fathers Day celebration.
In the message of felicitation signed by Hon. Yakubu and made available to newsmen, the former Chairman of Esan North-East Local Government council Chairman extolled the contributions of fathers to societal progress and national development.
He particularly hailed their contributions to holding the family unit together amid the hardship occasioned by the prevailing economic realities.
According to him, “Despite the economic difficulties, fathers have remained strong pillars of support in the family, toiling daily to make ends meet while juggling roles such as mentor, leader, protector, provider, and breadwinner. They deserve to be celebrated.
“On this auspicious day set aside to acknowledge their gallantry, sacrifice, love, and resilience, we celebrate our fathers and assure them that if emerged the next senator to represent Edo Central Senatorial District at the Red Chambers of the National Assembly, my support to deliver on their duties on the home front with dignity will be one of my priority.”
“l urge fathers, as the family’s reflective mirrors to imbue in their children the right values and character so as to ensure peace, stability, and harmony in Esanland in particular and Edo State at large.
