By Esther Akaa
House of Representatives Member representing Ado/Ogbadibo/Okpokwu Federal Constituency, Dr Francis Ottah Agbo has congratulated Nigeria’s former Senate President, Senator David Mark on his 73rd birthday anniversary.
Dr Agbo, in a goodwill message issued on Thursday by his Media Adviser, Mr Andrew Agbese, described Senator Mark as a stabiliser of democracy in Nigeria due to his political sagacity and administrative acumen, displayed in Nigerias political arena.
The lawmaker, popularly known said the gains made by Senator Mark in the past 73 years is shared not just by the people of Zone ‘C’ of Benue State, but by all lovers of democracy and good governance in Nigeria and beyond.
“As you clock 73 today and by God’s grace, surpassing the biblical three score and ten years in radiant health and sound mind, I share in this joy, knowing how well you have served humanity.
“While in the military, you served as governor, as minister, you touched the lives of many with the reforms in the Telecommunications Sector and as two-time Senate President of Nigeria, you cannot be forgotten due to how you helped to stabilise the polity and strengthen the fledgeling democracy in Nigeria.
“I celebrate you sir, the biggest Benue export and great Ambassador of Idoma for bringing honour and recognition to our people. I am proud to be associated with you.
“I pray God continues to keep you in good health and sound mind so that you will continue to provide leadership and political guidance to our people.
“Happy birthday to the Great Okpokpowulu K’Idoma, Senator David Alechenu Bonaventure Mark!,” he said.
