Ortom had a minor surgery that is the reason behind plaster you see on his forehead ----- Say his Special Adviser on Media/Publicity

Benue state Governor, Samuel Ortom was seen with a plaster in forehead during commissioning of a project in the state.

It prompted many residence of the state to ask question. While their Governor is having a plaster.

The Special Adviser on Media/Publicity to the governor, Terver Akase has however disclosed in a statement the governor Ortom had a minor surgery.

He said ''A number of people have asked questions about the plaster on Governor Samuel Ortom’s forehead in the last few days.

''As a Governor whose wellbeing is the concern of his people, it is appropriate that we inform Benue people at all times about his engagements, health and movements.

''Like any other human being, Governor Ortom had a boil on the right side of his forehead and had a minor surgery. The plaster was placed to prevent infection. It is nothing serious to worry about.

''We deeply appreciate all the calls and questions from the good people of Benue State. 

''Governor Ortom is in sound health and has continued to carry out his engagements, one of which is today’s Official Commissioning of the reconstructed and upgraded Aper-Aku Lodge at the Benue Peoples House, Makurdi by the Ag. BOT Chairman, Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Senator Adolphus Wabara.''