Akume’s Influence Can’t Stop Alia’s 2027 March, Says Tsar
Dr. Livinus Adzer Tsar, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Jechira Federal Constituency and a close ally of Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia, has dismissed suggestions that the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SSG), Senator George Akume, could use his influence within the Presidency and the APC, to gain the upper hand in the ongoing political power play with the governor.
Tsar, who spoke on Monday while reacting to media reports of the political realignment involving some former allies of Governor Alia who have reportedly joined forces with Akume, maintained that grassroots support and electoral popularity would ultimately determine political outcomes in the state.
According to him, President Bola Tinubu understands the realities of democratic politics and would not support any move aimed at overturning the wishes of party members expressed through direct primary elections.
He argued that those seeking political advantage through Abuja connections were wasting their time, insisting that Governor Alia’s approach to politics is rooted in popular participation and grassroots engagement.
