Sen Kalu Celebrates SEDC MD Mark Okoye on Birthday, lauds His Dedication to S’East Dev’t

By Ugbede James

Former Abia State Governor and Chairman of the Senate Committee on the South-East Development Commission (SEDC), Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has extended warm birthday wishes to the Managing Director of the Commission, Hon. Mark Okoye Jnr.

In a goodwill message shared on his official social media platform on Sunday, Senator Kalu described Okoye as a “dear brother” and commended his efforts in advancing the objectives of the newly established Commission aimed at revitalizing the South-East region.

“Happy birthday to my dear brother and Managing Director of the South East Development Commission (SEDC), Hon. Mark Okoye Jnr. May your day be filled with joy, and may the year ahead bring you continued success and fulfillment in your important work,” Kalu wrote.

The former Governor expressed confidence in Okoye’s leadership, emphasizing that his youthful energy and passion for development are already yielding visible impact. He assured the SEDC boss of the Senate Committee’s support in driving meaningful progress across the region.

Senator Kalu, who has remained a vocal advocate for regional development and unity, also highlighted the importance of collaborative leadership between the Commission and lawmakers to address the pressing socio-economic needs of the Southeast.