Abuja: Gov Ortom’s Convoy Involved In Accident

The convoy of the Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, on Sunday was involved in a road accident in Abuja.

The development was confirmed in a statement released by the media aide to the Governor, Terver Akase.

According to Akase, no life was lost in the incident that happened in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

He further stated that the convoy was involved in the accident while accompanying Ortom to the airport.

Akase said a golf car collided with one of the security vehicles near Karu Flyover in Nyanya.

The statement released by Akase read, “We have received numerous calls from concerned Nigerians regarding the accident which occurred today near Karu Flyover in Nyanya area of the Federal Capital Territory.

“The Governor’s convoy was on the way from Abuja to Makurdi after accompanying him to the airport for his trip to the United Kingdom when a golf car collided with one of the security vehicles.

“We thank God that no life was lost in the incident.

“Governor Ortom who has already arrived safely in the UK deeply appreciates all the calls and concerns from Benue people and other Nigerians.”