David Mark lauds Ortom at 59

From Sanni Onogu, Abuja

 

Former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark, on Thursday described the Governor of Benue State, Dr. Samuel Ortom, as an uncommon political leader and a man of the people.

Paying a glowing tribute to the Governor who turned 59, Senator Mark, in a statement by his spokesman, Paul Mumeh, in Abuja, noted that Ortom is a “brave soldier” and political tactician who knows the roadmap and fully commits himself to the wellbeing of his people.

“Ortom’s political trajectory in contemporary Nigeria, especially in Benue State where he navigates to victory in spite of all odds, places him above his peers. He has fought titanic battles to defend the Benue valley and kept the people united”, the former Senate President stated.

Besides, Senator Mark pointed out that Governor Ortom’s people-oriented policies and programs which touches directly on the wellbeing of the people particularly the downtrodden endeared him to Nigerians across board.

He, therefore, enjoined the Governor not to rest on his oars but continue to sustain and improve on the good works of delivering the dividends of democracy to the nooks and crannies of Benue State.

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In doing so, Senator Mark urged him to continue to be guided by sense of equity, justices and fairness to all, for which he is known and esteemed by all.

He also charged him to continue to sustain the legacy of peace and one united Benue State as well as his well-documented efforts in defending and protecting the common heritage and destiny of Benue State.

Senator Mark prayed that God in His infinite mercies continue to bless Governor Ortom with good health, peace, wisdom and courage as he strives in the service of Benue State and our dear nation, Nigeria at large.