Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has firmly dismissed claims that he is planning to run for any political office in the 2027 general elections.
The clarification was made on Saturday in a statement issued in Makurdi by his media aide, Dr Terver Akase.
According to reports by the News Agency of Nigeria, speculation had surfaced on social media suggesting that Ortom was preparing to contest the Benue North-West Senatorial seat in the next election cycle.
Reacting to the claims, the former governor categorically denied any such intention.
“I have no intention whatsoever to contest any elective office in 2027. I have said this clearly, publicly, and repeatedly,” Ortom stated.
“I expect that a position stated this plainly would not require translation or creative reinterpretation.”
He reiterated that his current focus is on promoting democratic values, strengthening the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and offering leadership guidance, rather than seeking elective office.
Ortom further urged the public to disregard the reports, describing them as “a fabrication” aimed at misleading the public.
The statement appears to put to rest ongoing political speculation surrounding the former governor’s future ambitions.
