By Deborah Hassan
365Daily – Ex-President of the Senate, Senator David Mark, has congratulated Benue State Governor, Dr. Samuel Ortom, on his 61st birthday.
Sen. Mark sent his congratulations in a goodwill message signed by his adviser on Media, Mr. Paul Mumeh, on Saturday, April 23, 2022.
He urged him to sustain the peace and unity of the people of the state.
The former Senate President praised Ortom’s indomitable spirit in defense of the state so far and told him to remain resolute saying “the security and welfare of our citizens is paramount and must not be compromised”.
Going further, he also told Ortom to ensure that the principle of fairness, equity and justices is upheld at all times in the administration of the state.
He told the Governor: “You will continue to enjoy the loyalty and support of the people of the state if you maintain balance, fairness, equity and justices in affairs of the state.”
Senator Mark reminded Ortom of the need to bequeath a legacy of peace and unity which has characterized his leadership so far in order to further cement the bonds of brotherhood among the various ethnic groups in the state.
He wished the Governor good health, wisdom and courage in the years to come.