Top PDP Governor Speaks Highly of Former Senate President Bukola Saraki
- Samuel Ortom has eulogised the former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, as he celebrates his 80th birthday
- The Benue state governor described Saraki as a political giant who has been consistent in promoting democratic ideals
- According to Ortom, the former Senate president is a force to reckon with because he has demonstrated good faith and leadership over the years
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The Benue state governor, Samuel Ortom, has congratulated former Senate president, Senator Bukola Saraki, on his 60th birthday.
Ortom describing Saraki as a political giant, showered encomiums on the former Senate president for his consistency in promoting the ideals of democracy in the country.
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He said that Saraki is a great political leader and one of the defenders of democracy who is working assiduously for the sustenance of democracy in Nigeria.
Ortom noted that Saraki has consistently demonstrated good faith and leadership over the years, saying,
"He believes in a united Nigeria of equal opportunities for all citizens.
"As the governor of Kwara state, Saraki demonstrated capacity and competence. As President of the Senate, he took the nation as his constituency. From these antecedents, he has proven to be a good manager of human and material resources."
A statement by Nathaniel Ikyur, the governor's chief press secretary said that the government and people of Benue State are proud of Saraki’s accomplishments over the years.
Ortom hopes for a brighter political future for Saraki even as he advised him to be unshakable and remain focused in the years ahead.
Ikyur said:
"He wishes Saraki good health, wisdom and more courage in the years to come."
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Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue state said that Nigeria can become a better place with collaboration from all citizens.
Ortom while stating this urged all political leaders to work together for the good of the Nigerian populace.
According to him, if every leader took their jobs seriously like Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers state, Nigeria would have been a better place.
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Governor Samuel Ortom warned that any political parties intending to erect posters and billboards in the state should seek the approval of relevant authorities in the state.
The governor stated this while warning against destroying posters, billboards and other campaign materials of political opponents in the state.
Ortom in a statement by his aide warned those in the habit of destroying posters to desist from it or be prepared to face punishment according to the law.
Source: Legit.ng
