Benue Deputy Governor denies plot to replace him in 2027

Benue State Deputy Governor, Mr. Sam Ode, has dismissed as false the speculation circulating on social media about plans to replace him ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Ode, who spoke on Friday in Owukpa, Ogbadibo Local Government Area, during a funeral where he represented Governor Hyacinth Alia, described the rumour as baseless and misleading.

He alleged that the claim was deliberately spread to misinform residents of Benue South Senatorial District and create unnecessary political tension.

“There is no truth in the speculation that Governor Alia intends replacing me with Ojotu Ojema or anyone else,” Ode said.

The deputy governor urged the public to disregard the falsehood, stressing that his relationship with the governor remained cordial and committed to service delivery in the state.