Michael Aondoakaa, the former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, has stated that neither Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia nor Secretary to the Government of the Federation SGF George Akume have anything to do with his choice to rejoin the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Aondoakaa reportedly said this during an interview on Arise Television’s “Morning Show” on Wednesday.

Aondoakaa emphasized that his desire to better Benue is the driving force behind his defection to the PDP, which he called a “homecoming.”

He further explained his objective by saying that he wanted to use the extra money from President Tinubu’s reforms to enhance rural regions, supply food and shelter, and make sure Benue State achieved all 17 of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

The former AGF said that he would accomplish this by upholding all state laws, notably the anti-grazing statute.

“My decision to join the PDP has nothing to do with Governor Alia SGF Akume,” he declared. During the PDP administration, I served as Attorney General. It feels like I’m returning home to pursue my own goals and aspirations after being promoted to Attorney General and Minister of Justice.

“I want to implement my programs in a different manner. My approach is to ensure that the funds coming into the state are used to help rural communities.

“By doing this, I will have the chance to activate all state and federal laws that are pertinent to the protection of people and property in Benue State.”

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Chief Michael Aondoakaa, a former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, has left the All Progressives Congress, or APC.

In a statement he personally signed and made accessible to reporters in Makurdi on Sunday, Aondoakaa announced his resignation.

Aondoakaa was one of the top candidates for the APC governorship in Benue State prior to his resignation, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).

He claimed that the resignation, which went into effect on March 28, was the result of thorough consideration and long discussions with his family, political associates, and supporters.

He clarified that while he valued the chance to help the party expand while he was a member, he had to resign due to specific current conditions.

“The current situation has forced me to take this action in the best interests of my people and democratic values, even though I am still appreciative of the opportunity to serve and contribute to the party’s growth at various levels during my membership,” he stated.

The former minister also thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, praising his visionary leadership and the assistance provided to Benue State when he was in office.

He assured the president of his unwavering commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda and said, “I wish to express my profound appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for the visionary leadership he has continued to provide for our nation as well as for the support and attention which Benue has enjoyed under his administration.”

Aondoakaa also expressed gratitude to Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, for what he called the excellent leadership he has given the APC in Benue State.

“I assure him of my enduring respect and acknowledge his role in shaping the political landscape of our dear state,” he continued.

Additionally, he expressed gratitude to the party’s leadership and members in Ushongo Local Government Area, throughout Benue State, and elsewhere for their cooperation and support throughout his tenure in the APC.

Aondoakaa asked his allies and followers to maintain composure, peace, and steadfastness, but he did not reveal his next political move.

“In due course, we will communicate a new direction aimed at salvaging and repositioning Benue in the best interest of our people,” he declared.

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