Tension as armed herdsmen attack Gov. Ortom’s Convoy
The Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, narrowly avoided fatality this morning after armed herdsmen allegedly opened fire on his escort at Tyo-Mu community, located on the outskirts of Makurdi town along the Makurdi-Gboko route.
As of the time of this report, the Governor remains in disbelief and is anticipated to address the press regarding the situation.
NAIJATAB recalls that Benue state Governor, Samuel Ortom, recently received a positive diagnosis for COVID-19.
This was validated by his Chief Press Secretary, Terver Akase, who made a statement available to reporters in Makurdi.
This follows the test outcomes of several of the Governor’s close associates, who also tested positive over the past few weeks.
“Although the Governor has not exhibited any signs of the illness, he has a...