By Simeon OSAJIE
The Special Adviser (SA) to Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo on Education, Barr. Vincent Oseyangbonaye Akhere has described the Hon. Commissioner of Education, Dr. Paddy Emmanuel Iyamu’s Foundation, as a non-profit organization in Nigeria dedicated to social support, healthcare access, education, and economic empowerment for the less privileged in the past 10 years.
This was contained in a birthday message personally signed by Barr. Vincent Oseyangbonaye Akhere and made available to journalists yesterday in Benin the state capital.
While noting the giant strides recorded in the state Education sector under the leadership of Dr. Paddy Iyamu, the legal luminary cum politician, Barr. Akhere appreciates the Uncommon Governor of Edo State and Ambrose Alli of our time, Governor Monday Okpebholo for bringing Dr. Iyamu on board to drive our Education Sector which he is clearly and steadily taking to greater heights already.
According to him, “Today, I celebrate my immediate Boss, a man I deeply admire, a philanthropist par excellence, a gentle fighter for the downtrodden in the society and my indefatigable and result-oriented leader with an unblemished capacity for service and impact.
“My dear Boss, your life is a shining example of humility, strength and purposeful leadership. You have continued to inspire confidence and hope through your dedication to the growth and development of Edo Education Sector. Your calm spirit, generosity, compassionate heart, and unwavering commitment to the people set you apart as a true servant-leader.
“As you mark this special day, I join millions of your friends, business and political associates, your family members and your well wishers in thanking God for your life and for the vision you carry for humanity. You have shown that leadership is not about position, but about purpose — not about power, but about people.
“May the new year ahead usher in greater wisdom, divine favour, and the fulfillment of your dreams for a better and more prosperous Edo State and Nigeria in general.
“Happy Birthday once again, my immediate Boss, Hon. Dr. Paddy Emmanuel Iyamu!
“Your journey is blessed, your vision is clear and your leadership is destined for greatness.”
Dr. Paddy Emmanuel Iyamu, is a human resources management consultant, security expert, Entrepreneur and philanthropist. He obtained his first and higher degrees in Business Administration from the great University of Benin (B.sc, MBA) and later obtained a professional Diploma in Safety and Security Management from the Rivers state University of Science and Technology. He also bagged an Honounary Doctorate degree from the European American University in Petroleum Resources due to his track record in affecting the lives of the downtrodden and society at large. He is also a certified PFSO due to his training in Maritime Security from Helkins Marine USA.