Mark congratulates Shagari @ 89

President of the Senate, Senator David Mark has congratulated first executive President of Nigeria, Alhaji Shehu Usman Aliyu Shagari on his 89th birthday describing him as a statesman per excellence. Senator Mark in a congratulatory message to the second republic president, noted that Shagari is an uncommon leader and father of modern day Nigeria “we are very proud of “. He was pleased to note that Shagari has continued to make his wealth of knowledge, experience and wisdom available for the younger generation of leaders to profit from. ” I submit without any fear of contradiction that Shagari has remain steadfast and irrevocably committed to the peace , unity and indivisibility of Nigeria,” Mark stated. He prayed that the Almighty God continue to give him good health and wisdom in the years ahead. Signed: Paul Mumeh, Chief Press Secretary to the President of the Senate.