Ahead of the February 20, 2016 Benue South re-run election in Benue State, immediate-past President of the Senate, Senator David Mark has commended his constituents for standing by him in spite of all odds since 1999.
Senator Mark in a statement by his media aide Paul Mumeh Friday in Abuja, praised the people of Benue South for standing by him for the last 16 years.
The former Senate president received members of Idoma Dreams and Idoma Young Professionals already campaigning for his re-run election saying, “I am deeply touched by this uncommon show of brotherhood and solidarity.”
The two groups volunteered to campaign for Mark’s rerun election in the nine local government areas of Benue South Senatorial district.
Mark also assured the people that he is irrevocably committed to the development of Benue South and beyond, and will do everything legitimate to improve their lot.
“I am deeply touched by this uncommon solidarity. Let me also remind you that in going about the campaign for me, please always be law-abiding. I need you to be peaceful during the pre-election, election day and post-election.
“Like I mentioned before, no election is worth injury or loss of life. I crave for a peaceful conduct of election at all times. The choice of representation resides with the people and ultimately God.
“I want to thank you for believing in my leadership and understanding that credible representation at the Senate is of utmost importance.
“By the grace of God, we shall triumph at the rerun election. I will defend the interest of our people at all times,” he said.
Earlier, the team leader of the Idoma Dreams, Mr. Donald Ogah said the campaign for Mark’s rerun has been impressive” because our people have seen the need to uphold a credible and quality representation and the good works that he represents”.
Ogah maintained that the battle to return Mark to the Senate is not negotiable “because he represents Idoma Dreams. This battle is not for you (Mark) but for the survival of Idoma nation.
“We would not sit and watch outsiders determine our future and destiny. We have a choice in Senator Mark”.
-Leadership