Chairman of Warri South Local Government Area, Dr. Michael Tidi, on Thursday congratulated the President of the Nigerian Football Federation, Mr Amaju Pinnick as he celebrates his birthday anniversary today, December 2.

Tidi in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Mr Francis Sadhere, described Pinnick as a great Football technocrat who has risen to the pinnacle of football management through dint of hard work.

He said Pinnick had done a lot for sports development, particularly football, right from Delta State, which culminated in his election, two times, as president of the highest football governing body in the country.

“On behalf of my family and the good people of Warri South council area, I congratulate our own Amaju Melvin Pinnick, President of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), as he clocks 51 years today, Dec. 1, 2020.

“As an illustrious son of Delta, we are proud to be associated with your outstanding contributions and achievements in the world of football administration.

“I sincerely hope that you will find time to spend a wonderful day with your family and your friends. Many happy returns of the day and kind personal regards.

“I’m using this opportunity to appreciate your good work in the field of football administration in the country.

“Sir, may your birthday be the start of a year filled with good luck, good health, and much happiness,” Tidi said.