By Chibuike Nwabuko
Abuja (Sundiata Post) – The Executive Governor of Benue State, Dr Samuel Ortom has poured encomiums on former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark on the ocassion of his 74th birthday.
Sundiata Post recalls that Senator Mark was born in Otukpo, Benue state on April 8, 1948.
Governor Ortom in a congratulatory message, as contained in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Nathaniel Ikyur sent to Sundiata Post, described Sen Mark as a worthy son of Benue state and a pan Nigerian.
He paid glowing tribute to Mark for his steadfastness and unwavering commitment in the service to the nation.
The Governor noted the contributions of Sen Mark in the political evolution of Nigeria and urged him to make his wealth of experience available for the younger generation to tap from.
“Senator Mark has been a leader and stabilizer in the contemporary history of Nigeria. We, in Benue state are proud of him. We wish him more fruitful years in the service to our fatherland”, he stated.