‘Iron sharpens iron’ – Reno Omokri sends birthday message to Peter Obi

Nigeria’s Ambassador designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has sent a birthday message to presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi.

Omokri described Obi as a politician who has helped strengthen democratic participation in Nigeria.

Congratulating Obi on his 65th birthday, Omokri wrote, “Here is wishing Mr Peter Obi a happy birthday on his 65th birthday, today, Sunday, July 19, 2026. May God bless you with long life in good health.

“My family and I celebrate with you even as we thank God for His blessings bestowed on you. We rejoice with you when you rejoice, and recognise your contributions towards enlivening participatory democracy.

“Scripture says, ‘Iron sharpens iron’, and you embody that. By being active in the political process, you have helped sharpen your followers, making them more conscious and engaged in the democratic life of Nigeria. For that, you have my admiration.

“And as this day only comes once in a year, it is perhaps the aptest desire of mind that the rest of your days shall be the best of your days, and that the Creator continues to increase you in wisdom as you increase in years.

“With malice toward none, with charity for all, I say once again, happy birthday, sir, and may this day put you in a good way, such that you say at the end of the day that you had a hey day! Best regards.”