ANA commends members, well-wishers worldwide on Ukah’s 60th birthday celebration
By Wole Adedoyin
The Association of Nigerian Authors has extended her heartfelt gratitude to its dedicated members and well-wishers from around the world for the overwhelming outpouring of support and goodwill messages in honour of the 60th birthday celebration of its esteemed President, Camillus Ukah.
This message of appreciation comes after an exceptional display of love and admiration for a man whose leadership has inspired countless individuals within and beyond the literary community.
In a statement issued by the ANA General Secretary, Maik Ortserga, the national secretariat expressed its elation at the sheer volume of good wishes received on behalf of President Camillus Ukah, during last Sunday’s momentous occasion.
The organisation’s members and well-wishers demonstrated their unwavering commitment by sending an abundance of prayers, well-wishes, and congratulatory messages, leaving President Ukah feeling deeply moved and genuinely grateful.
Ukah, on reflecting upon the flood of goodwill messages, conveyed his heartfelt appreciation to all those who took the time to participate in the celebration of his 60th birthday.
He humbly stated that the kind gestures, prayers, and words of encouragement were simply awe-inspiring and profoundly touching. He acknowledged that he owes his accomplishments as ANA president to the unwavering support and inspiration he received from the ANA community and well-wishers worldwide.
“The ANA national secretariat echoes the sentiments of President Ukah and further expresses its own gratitude to all who acknowledged and celebrated the exceptional contributions of the President.
“The heartfelt messages of encouragement are not only a testament to President Ukah’s exemplary leadership but also an affirmation of ANA’s vision and mission to promote Nigerian literature and empower authors across the nation.
“As the literary community continues to thrive under President Camillus Ukah’s guidance, the ANA national secretariat hopes that the collective appreciation and encouragement received will serve as a catalyst for even greater achievements.
“President Ukah’s dedication to the advancement of Nigerian literature remains unwavering, and the outpouring of support from members and well-wishers will undoubtedly fuel his passion for elevating the literary landscape even further,” the statement partly read.
The Association of Nigerian Authors once again extended its heartfelt appreciation to all its members and well-wishers who contributed to the success of the momentous occasion, affirming that by sharing in this celebration, they have become an integral part of President Camillus Ukah’s journey.
