Ortom Defends Lending Car to Obi | Nigeria News

Former Benue Governor Samuel Ortom is defending his decision to lend his vehicle to Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, calling it a simple act of courtesy—not a political endorsement. Amid backlash from the current Benue government, who accused him of undermining his public support for President Tinubu by aiding Obi’s humanitarian visit, Ortom insists the gesture was rooted in decency, not allegiance. He dismisses claims that the vehicle’s registration casts doubt on his political stance, branding the accusations as politically motivated and shameful attempts to criminalize kindness. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/605596ff87a83626