Leader of the delegation Senator Jack Tilley Gyado said the aim of the visit was to formally intimate him on the desire of Senator Akume to occupy the number one seat of the APC and also let him know that Plateau State has a key to his success.

He said Plateau State remains a big brother to Benue and Governor Lalong in particular has shown tremendous goodwill and support to the people of Benue State which saw the party winning elections in the State in 2014 until the current Governor defected.

He said the APC is in need of a strong leader like Senator Akume to move into the 2023 elections and ensure victory for the party in all elections.

Also speaking, Chairman of the Contact and Mobilization Committee Chief Simon Shango said Governor Lalong remains a leader of the APC family in Benue State giving the fact that the mandate of the party was stolen by the current Governor who defected to the opposition party.

Responding, Governor Lalong welcomed the team and reminded them that Plateau and Benue States still share fraternal relationships that bind them together for every endeavour even in politics.

He said having worked closely with Senator Akume for many years, he is not in doubt of his capacity to make the APC greater if given the opportunity to lead the party.