By Yusuf Mutiu-Olaitan
August 24th, 2024
Ahmed Usman Ododo, governor of Kogi state, has debunked the claim that he’s pondering on leaving the ruling All Progressives Congress, to join another party.
This much was revealed in a statement signed by the Kogi state Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, he refuted the rumor that the governor is planning to dump APC after the Supreme Court affirmed his candidate as the legitimate winner of the November 2023 Governorship election in the State.
Governor Ododo labelled rumor of his defection is unfounded and a blatant lie, advising the people to shun those who are spreading such lie.
The statement reads in part:, “the false rumours are from individuals seeking to tarnish the reputation of Governor Ododo, who recently secured a victory at the Supreme Court with the backing of his party. Governor Ododo’s steadfast loyalty to the APC during his electioneering and legal battles underscored his commitment to the party.
“The controversy stemmed from a photograph taken at the wedding ceremony of the daughter of Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, where Governor Ododo was in attendance alongside other dignitaries from various political backgrounds. The Kogi State Government clarified that the Governor’s presence at the event was merely a gesture of goodwill towards a colleague and not indicative of any defection plans.
“While assuring the people of Kogi State of Governor Ododo’s unwavering support for the APC, the government emphasized his dedication to advancing the party’s objectives both locally and nationally”.