Ahmed Lawan hails David Mark @77

Former President of the Senate, Senator Ahmed Lawan, APC, Yobe North, has hailed his predecessor, former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark, saying under his leadership, the Senate achieved remarkable stability.

He added that his leadership advanced constructive legislative-executive relations that strengthened Nigeria’s democracy.

In a statement he personally signed on Tuesday to celebrate Senator Mark’s 77th birthday anniversary, Senator Lawan said that Senator Mark’s leadership style underscored his belief in unity and institutional growth.

According to Lawan, Senator Mark’s role in championing the ‘Doctrine of Necessity’ in 2010, which ensured a smooth transition of power, showcased his statesmanship in times of national uncertainty.

The statement read, “I join the family, friends, political associates, and well-wishers of Senator David Mark, GCON, to celebrate his life of exceptional service to our dear country.

Senator Mark’s distinguished career in public service, particularly his historic tenure as President of the Senate for an unprecedented eight years (2007–2015), speaks to his wisdom, stability, and commitment to democratic governance.

“Under his leadership, the Senate achieved remarkable stability, advancing constructive legislative-executive relations that strengthened our democracy. Senator Mark’s leadership style underscored his belief in unity and institutional growth.

“Similarly, his role in championing the ‘Doctrine of Necessity’ in 2010, which ensured a smooth transition of power, showcased his statesmanship in times of national uncertainty.

“As he celebrates his 77th birthday today, I pray that Almighty God grants him continued good health, joy, and fulfillment in the years ahead. “