Senator Abba Moro’s falsehoods: Benue South will not be deceived by desperation and political propaganda
I have watched with utter disappointment the latest media outing by Senator Abba Moro, characterised by what I consider a reckless torrent of falsehoods, distortions, and desperate political propaganda aimed at tarnishing the hard-earned reputation of His Excellency, Rev.
I have watched with utter disappointment the latest media outing by Senator Abba Moro, characterised by what I consider a reckless torrent of falsehoods, distortions, and desperate political propaganda aimed at tarnishing the hard-earned reputation of His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, executive governor of Benue State.
At a time when Benue South is grappling with security challenges that demand collective responsibility, Senator Abba Moro has once again chosen the ignoble path of dancing on the graves of those killed by these senseless marauders for political gain. Rather than supporting Governor Alia in his efforts to combat this hydra-headed insecurity, he appears determined to politicise the pain of innocent citizens in pursuit of cheap political relevance.
The people of Benue South deserve better.
As the Senator representing Benue South, Senator Moro owes the people answers. Beyond endless television appearances and press interviews, what tangible interventions has he made to improve security, attract development, empower the youth, or alleviate the hardship facing the people? Leadership is measured by action, not by sensational media outings or endless attempts to shift blame in order to cover up his failure after over seven years in the Red Chamber.
My attention was particularly drawn to Senator Moro’s appearance on AIT, where he claimed to have augmented the N150,000 pledge made by a commissioner in Governor Alia’s administration to an Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp.
If Senator Moro possesses credible evidence to support this serious allegation, he should present it to the public instead of making sweeping claims on national television. Listening to him sounded petty and projected a negative image of a man of his status while exposing a troubling level of desperation. Public office demands accountability, not sensationalism.
It has become increasingly evident that dragging Governor Alia’s name into every political conversation has become Senator Moro’s preferred strategy for remaining politically relevant, apparently serving as the only campaign message available to defend what many perceive as his poor performance in the Red Chamber as the representative of the good people of Benue South. This recurring pattern of accusations and media attacks does not advance the interests of Benue South; it only exposes a style of politics built on distraction rather than solutions. It is time for Senator Moro to show his scorecard instead of manufacturing controversies.
Governor Hyacinth Alia has demonstrated uncommon fairness and inclusiveness towards Benue South. His administration entrusted the zone with some of the most strategic ministries in government, including Finance, Education, Health, Women Affairs, Water Resources, Environment and Climate Change, and Information. These are critical ministries that continue to deliver meaningful policies and programmes for the benefit of all Benue people. No amount of political blackmail, misinformation, or character assassination can erase the visible achievements of the Governor Alia administration. The people of Benue South are politically conscious and cannot be manipulated by recycled propaganda or imaginary narratives designed to mislead the public.
Senator Abba Moro should understand that the era when political actors could manufacture stories and expect the people to accept them without scrutiny is over. Benue people are wiser, better informed, and now demand evidence, performance, and integrity from those who seek to lead them.
I therefore, call on Senator Moro to abandon the politics of bitterness and false narratives and focus instead on the responsibility entrusted to him by the people of Benue South. The mandate of the people is not a licence for endless media attacks against a Governor who is working tirelessly to curb insecurity, restore peace, rebuild institutions, and deliver development across the state. Senator Moro should present his scorecard during his years in office rather than resorting to tactics of distraction by blaming the Governor for his own shortcomings.
Benue South deserves a Senator who unites rather than divides; a Senator who provides effective representation and works to solve the problems of the people, not one who runs to the media with what I consider baseless allegations and seeks to exploit the suffering of the people for political advantage.
The people are watching. History will judge Senator Abba Moro not by the volume of his accusations but by the weight of his contributions to the progress of Benue South.
Why this sudden awakening from political slumber? Where was Senator Moro during the administration of Samuel Ortom? Was he not serving in government at the time? Did insecurity begin with the administration of Governor Hyacinth Alia? Is this how Senators in other states attack their governors daily, or do they work together in the interest of their people? Across the country, responsible leaders collaborate to find lasting solutions to insecurity and support affected communities instead of engaging in endless public attacks.
Senator Moro, this strategy of constantly attacking Governor Alia is outdated. It will not rewrite your record, and it will not earn you the confidence of the people. The people of Benue South are wiser today. They can distinguish between genuine leadership and political propaganda, between performance and mere noise. They deserve facts, results, and leadership that puts their interest above personal political ambition.
Ugwu, Benue State commissioner of Water Resources, Environment and Climate Change.
