Former Benue State Governor, Dr. Samuel Ortom, alongside his wife, members of the G-14 group, leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC), as well as other stakeholders, have paid a courtesy visit to Chief Michael Kaase Aondoakaa, SAN, in what observers described as a move to strengthen strategic partnerships ahead of 2027.

Welcoming the delegation, Chief Aondoakaa said the gathering was an opportunity to reflect on events of 2025 and to reinforce peace, unity and development in Benue State and Nigeria at large.

He expressed appreciation to Dr. Ortom for the leadership role he continues to play in Benue politics, as well as for his support to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume.

Chief Aondoakaa appealed to the former governor to continue serving as a peace ambassador, stressing the importance of unity, collaboration and strategic partnerships among leaders for the overall progress of Benue State.

He pledged his unwavering loyalty and commitment to work with Senator Akume and Dr. Ortom, noting that such cooperation was not driven by personal interest but by the desire to advance the Tiv Nation and the development of Benue State as a whole.

Goodwill messages were delivered by Hon. John Uke on behalf of the Aondoakaa political family; the Benue State APC Publicity Secretary, Dan Morgan Ihomon; Amb. Chive Kaave for Zone A; Hon. Charles Torbunde for Zone B; and Chief Mrs. Monica Ugela, representing the Spring Bloom Women Multipurpose Cooperative Society. Dr. Laha Dzever delivered the vote of thanks.

Meanwhile, political analysts noted that the cross-party convergence reflects a growing sense of unity among Benue’s political elite and signals a message of continuity, integrity and collective stewardship as the state looks toward 2026 and beyond.