He lost the party ticket to a new political godson, Sanwo-Olu, based on that pronouncement coming from his political godfather, ahead of the party primary, which he still participated in, notwithstanding. The result then produced former Governor Kwankwaso as winner, while the incumbent governor, Ganduje, came second. Another factor working for the PDP’s candidate and Kwankwaso’s political empire in particular is the Kwankwasiya, the political group known with Senator Kwankwaso. Benue: The Akume, Ortom tussleThat there is a rift between Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State and his former political godfather, Senator George Akume, is no longer news. While the political godfather is seeking another term in the Senate, Ortom is seeking re election and interestingly, the duo are from the same senatorial district.

Source: Nigerian Tribune February 24, 2019 03:00 UTC