Benue State Deputy Governor, Sam Ode, has explained the reason behind his distribution of bread, popularly dubbed ‘Alia Bread’ and an alcoholic beverage, Action Bitters, to members of the Idoma community.
He described the gesture as a simple token of appreciation rather than a political stunt.
Speaking during a visit to the Living Faith Church, Otukpo, Ode dismissed the controversy that trailed the distribution, insisting that the focus should be on the government’s efforts to improve the welfare and security of the people.
According to him, the bread was shared as a traditional gesture of goodwill to residents who came out to welcome him during his recent visit to Igumale.
“The controversy over whether I gave bread to the people is not an issue,” the Deputy Governor said.
“When we were young, whenever our parents travelled or visitors came, what we looked forward to receiving was bread. It was a
