The Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, has given his support to Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Labour Party, for the upcoming election in February.

At a Town Hall meeting in Makurdi, the state’s capital, the governor explained why the upcoming election shouldn’t be based on party affiliation. He did this by saying that all political parties in the country have failed to meet the needs of the people.

People in the crowd cheered loudly when the governor gave Obi a ringing recommendation. He said that the upcoming election must lead to a new government for Nigeria that treats its people with justice, fairness, and impartiality.

He said, “we have come to a time where we must leave out sentiments and save Nigeria by looking at individuals who can lead with the fear of God and provide gainful employment for the youths.

“We must, in this 2023, fashion a new Nigeria, Nigeria that will give the people equity, fairness, and justice.

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“The PDP has failed Nigerians, APC has failed Nigerians, political parties have failed Nigerians, even the Labour Party has failed Nigerians. We must therefore look at individuals, those people who can deliver.

“So, this is not about party, I am not in the Labour Party, but I am working for Peter Obi. Peter Obi will make sure that we sleep with our two eyes closed. These unnecessary killings that are going on in our country will stop.

“I have chosen to support him. I appreciate you all for choosing Peter Obi. Of the three presidential candidates, Peter Obi has the character, competence to lead Nigeria.”

Governor Ortom announced his plans without fear soon after the State High Court shut the door on the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) attempts to suspend or kick him out of the party.