Aondoakaa must offer practical solutions, not just criticise Alia – Benue APC

The Benue State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidate, Chief Michael Aondoakaa, to demonstrate his ability to manage the state's resources instead of merely criticizing Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia's administration. This stance came after Aondoakaa's appearance on Channels Television's Political Paradigm, where he criticized the state's overhead expenditure and proposed significant cuts to free up funds for debt repayment.

The APC emphasized that any candidate seeking to govern Benue State must present practical solutions supported by facts and a clear understanding of the state's financial obligations. They pointed out that Aondoakaa's proposal lacked specifics on which expenditures he intended to cut, the exact savings he expected, and the implications for essential government services under his plan.

The APC's Publicity Secretary, Benedict Yaweh, stated that a serious gubernatorial candidate must show how public resources could be managed better through practical proposals, sound financial planning, and measurable results. The party questioned the basis of Aondoakaa's claims of superior managerial abilities and requested an examination of his own business record, which includes Miva Rice, Old Barn Hotel, and filling stations.

The APC inquired about the current status and management of these ventures, seeking clarification on their operational status and effectiveness. They insisted that Aondoakaa should be prepared to explain his business record before seeking to manage Benue's resources.