Benue Deputy Governor, Mr Sam Ode, has described as lie the rumour on social media suggesting plot to replace him ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Ode made this rebutal during a funeral on Friday in Owukpa, Ogbadibo Local Government Area, where he represented Governor Hyacinth Alia, describing the claims as baseless.
The Deputy Governor also alleged that the falsehood was deliberately circulated to mislead the people of Benue South Senatorial District and create unnecessary confusion within the political space.
“There is no truth in the speculation that Governor Alia intends replacing me with Ojotu Ojema or anyone else,” Ode clarified.
He urged the people to disregard the rumour, assuring that his working relationship with the governor remained cordial and focused on service delivery.
