The former Benue State governor, Samuel Ortom, has denied recent claims suggesting he has switched allegiances to the All Progressive Congress (APC). 

Governor Samuel Ortom addressed the ongoing speculation about his party affiliation during the PDP's expanded executive meeting. He firmly denied rumors of his defection to the APC, stating, "There is no truth to the claims that I'm leaving the party." Ortom further emphasized his commitment to the PDP, saying, he has  no intention of relinquishing the leadership responsibilities entrusted to me within the party."

Denying the rumors of a potential defection, Ortom reaffirmed his loyalty to his party. He said, “APC has not invited me to join it. I am not a busybody who will be moving from one place to another, I am committed to my party (PDP). We must respect the party at all times. Let us strategise to return to power. Now is the time to plan, we must plan ahead of them as they did in 2023.”

Ortom also dismissed claims of having friction with former governor Gabriel Suswam and Senator Abba Moro.
“PDP is the only party that is strong and receptive to the yearnings of the people. With our new commitment, we will make the party more vibrant for tomorrow.

“We shall succeed in future elections. I do not have any friction with Moro and Suswam,” he added.