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From Dooshima Terkura, Makurdi
The immediate past Governor of Benue state, Chief Samuel Ortom has for the umpteenth time, debunked rumours that he was running for the office of Senate come 2027 general elections.
Chief Ortom, in a statement signed by his Media Adviser and Consultant, Terver Akase, described the rumour as a mere fabrication urging the public to disregard it.
The statement read “Our attention has been drawn to yet another imaginative piece of fiction making the rounds on social media, claiming that the immediate past Governor of Benue State, Chief Samuel Ortom, has announced plans to contest the Benue North-West Senatorial seat in 2027.
“Ordinarily, such a poorly scripted tale would not deserve a response. However, for the sake of unsuspecting members of the public who might mistake fiction for fact, it has become necessary to set the record straight.
“Chief Ortom has no intention whatsoever to contest any elective office in 2027. He has said this clearly, publicly, and repeatedly. One would expect that a position stated this plainly would not require translation or creative reinterpretation.”
Chief Ortom said he remains committed to supporting democratic ideals, strengthening his party, and offering statesmanlike guidance, not chasing elective office in 2027.
The former Governor appreciated the calls, messages, and genuine concern expressed by his supporters, friends, and party members since the fake report began to circulate urging the public to treat the report for what it is, a fabrication.
