2027: Akume cannot determine my fate — Alia

Governor Hyacinth Alia has declared that the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, cannot determine his political destiny or that of Benue citizens ahead of the 2027 governorship election.

The governor maintained that his bid for a second term would depend entirely on his achievements in office, integrity, and past record, noting that voters would ultimately assess his performance.

Alia’s stance was communicated through his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula, while reacting to remarks by Titus Zam, who claimed that Benue people would look to Akume for guidance in the 2027 election.

The governor stressed that electoral decisions remain in the hands of the people rather than any single political actor.

“What will determine direction for the 2027 general elections in Benue is purely performance and pedigree.

“Those who betrayed the people that voted them into power; those who failed woefully to deliver on their mandate; those who preferred to worship emperors than fulfil their covenant with the people will face judgment from the people.

“No emperor can decide any election for the people. Alia is diligently and meticulously keeping his covenant with the people, and the people are there, much aware of developments around them to pass their verdict,” Alia’s spokesman stated.