2027: Peter Obi not a threat – Gov Alia denies sponsoring thugs
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has denied allegations that he sponsored thugs to attack and block the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, from gaining access into Makurdi, the state capital. Obi had in a viral video alleged that sponsored political thugs led by a special assistant to Governor Alia […] 2027: Peter Obi not a threat – Gov Alia denies…
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has rejected claims that he funded thugs to hinder the entry of NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi, into Makurdi. The allegation surfaced after a video went viral showing Obi being blocked by what appeared to be political thugs. In response, Alia's Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, issued a statement denying the allegations, asserting that Obi is not a threat to his re-election campaign in 2027.
Kula emphasized that if Obi were to visit the state, security agencies would manage any potential issues rather than relying on thugs. The statement also noted that the allegations were a tactic to involve the government and Benue people in an internal NDC matter. Governor Alia's office firmly denied any involvement in the matter.
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