Governor Ortom's Response To Supreme Court Judgment On Governor Alia

Chief of Army Staff Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja revealed this during an operational visit to the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army in Enugu.

During the visit, Lagbaja emphasized the importance of troops maintaining loyalty, discipline, and dedication to eradicating criminal activities in the country.

He cautioned against being influenced by false information on social media, asserting the Nigerian Army’s commitment to discipline. Lagbaja also warned that any soldier or officer violating rules in their host community or state would not be spared.

In another development, the immediate past Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, congratulated his successor, Hyacinth Alia, over the Supreme Court confirmation of his victory at the polls.

The Apex Court on Tuesday affirmed Alia as the duly elected Governor of Benue State following the withdrawal of an appeal by the attorney to Titus Uba of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Ortom, in a statement issued on Wednesday by his media aide, Terver Akase, called on the people of Benue State to join hands with the Governor in moving the state forward.

He urged putting all things that transpired during the legal process behind for the sake of the state and encouraged the people to look beyond party affiliations.

“The legal contest that ensued following the 2023 elections was fundamental in deepening our democratic values and principles. It is a reflection of the vibrant nature of our democracy and a demonstration of the rule of law at work.

Now that Alia’s election has been affirmed, it is time for all of us to wish him well as he leads the state,” Ortom said.

While wishing Alia good health and success in his administration, Ortom called on the people to support the Governor in circumventing the challenges that come with leadership.