Rita Odafe
The former governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, has been suspended by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state on allegations of engaging in anti-party activities.
Ortom, who is aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, was accused of orchestrating the seizure of election materials during the recent Ward Congresses, as stated in a statement signed by the party’s Secretary in Benue State, Joseph Nyam.
This alleged action led to the disruption of congresses in various local government areas like Buruku, Gboko, Ushongo, Guma, Tarka, Kwande, and Ohimini. He was suspended alongside Isaacs Mffo, Azua Ashongo, and Bemgba Iortyom.
The PDP in Benue State is facing internal conflict following the purported suspension of State Chairman, Sir John Ngbede, State Secretary, Joseph Nyam, and State Organising Secretary, Moses Audu by the State Working Committee (SWC).
The trio was handed a one-month suspension for allegations including impersonation and incitement during the recently concluded ward congresses. They are summoned to appear before a disciplinary committee to address the accusations.
The State Deputy Chairman, Isaac Mffo, has assumed the role of Acting State Chairman of the PDP in Benue State. The public and PDP members are urged to take note of these developments.
