Birthday bash: Engr Matthew Tonlagha celebrated in grand style in Delta

By Stephen Asaba-ase, senior correspondent

The Managing Director of FENOG, Engr. Matthew Tonlagha, was celebrated in grand style on his birthday in Benikrukru Urban Community, Warri Southwest Local Government, Delta State. Although he was away on a business trip to the United Kingdom, his presence was felt through the numerous gifts and donations he made to his community.

The philanthropic enthusiast, known for his humanitarian work in the Niger Delta area, gifted packages and a dinner retreat to women above 50 years old in his community and other centers. He also donated three million naira in cash to the winner of the community’s birthday football match competition.

The celebration, which took place on February 8, was attended by dignitaries from Gbaramatu Kingdom and other kingdoms. The women of the community prayed and sang for Engr. Tonlagha’s long life and good health, thanking him for his selfless service to humanity.

Individuals presented beautiful human-size portraits to the celebrant to honor his humanitarian work, which includes building duplexes for people, empowering individuals, and providing employment opportunities.

The celebration ended with a resounding birthday song, with everyone wishing Engr. Tonlagha many more years of life and service to humanity.