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From Dooshima Terkura, Makurdi
Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia has stated that there is no vacancy for the seat of Deputy Governor in 2027.
Governor Alia was reacting to recent widespread rumours that he may replace his Deputy Governor Sam Ode in 2027 general elections.
Alia, who spoke while swearing in his newly appointed Commissioners in Government House, Makurdi on Monday, described the speculations as false and a figment of imagination of those speculating.
Governor Alia stated that has never contemplated getting a new Deputy saying the incumbent, Sam Ode is capable.
The Governor said “There is no vacancy for any Deputy Governor in 2027. I have a Deputy Governor who understands governance, who is people oriented. He is always with the people and for the people, one who is very cerebral.
“For anyone thinking otherwise I do not know. My Deputy is very capable. He has all the capacity it takes to perform his functions. He understands what is good for Benue and that is what he is doing exactly.
“So if anybody is eating and dreaming Deputy, there is no vacancy. I love him, I enjoy working him. I enjoy a personal relationship, so for those wishing the negativity, they won’t have their way.”
