Benue Governor Alia speaks on dumping APC, working with opposition parties

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue state said he will never work against his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) because of the love he has for the ruling party.

Alia stated this while reacting to the allegation made by the APC Benue chapter he has neglected the party and opted to work with opposition political parties, PM News reported.

The governor was also accused of recruiting and funding a five-man committee to convey false information about the APC state chapter to the Presidency and the APC National Secretariat.

However, in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, the governor said he has a special love for the APC, especially the Benue chapter.

The governor added that he was working tirelessly to make the ruling party proud.

“As a governor, l am determined to fulfil my campaign promises to the Benue people.

“My continued funding of our party activities and expanding its stakeholders’ meetings in the state are eloquent testimonies of how I hold the party so dear to my heart.”

The Zonal Chairmen of the Benue APC were commended for standing by the Gov Alia and giving credit to his excellent performance.

“Since the party did not accuse the governor of underperformance or cited public dissatisfaction with his leadership style, it means that we are on the right track.