Author: Terhemen Mbachirin
The paramount ruler of the Tiv nation, His Royal Majesty Professor James Ayatse has disclosed that marauding suspected armed Fulani herders have taken over several portions of lands in his domain of Kwande and Gwer West areas of Benue State, killing people and displacing thousands. Professor Ayatse said the affected areas are Kwande where four wards have been seized and Gwer West where 15 wards have been clutched by the suspected armed herdsmen. Amnesty International data recorded between January 2023- February 2024, indicate that insecurity has left over 2,600 dead in the state with the victims being mainly women and…
A former Governorship aspirant in Benue State, Godwin Ityoachimin on Saturday said, he will again contest for the number one seat in the state in 2027, to help liberate the people from hardship, poverty, and economic retrogression. Ityoachimin who ran on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) wih a campaign of ‘Fresh Voice for greater Benue’ in 2023, spoke to journalists in Abuja, noting that he was well prepared to lead the state and propel its people to economic prosperity. The retired Director, Estate Surveyor, and Valuer declared that if elected as Governor in 2027, he would immediately…
President Bola Tinubu has paid a heartfelt tribute to Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, on the occasion of his 99 years birthday, acknowledging his remarkable life and describing him as one of the rare Nigerians who gave his all to public service and maintained an unblemish record. In a letter on Sunday to Pa Fasoranti, Nigeria’s foremost elder statesman and a leading figure in the Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, President Tinubu extolled his political quest, saying Pa Fasoranti’s polotical odyssey is deeply rooted in Yoruba ideals of honour, integrity, and progressivism. His political odyssey is deeply rooted in Yoruba ideals of…
Not many people appreciate that President Bola Tinubu’s eldest son, Oluwaseyi Afolabi, simply called Seyi, has over the years, been very active in Nigerian business and governance circles. Before the election of President Tinubu in 2023, Seyi, interestingly operated as a sequent entrepreneur, becoming the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Co-Founder of Loatsad Promomedia Limited, an outdoor advertising company servicing Nigeria’s leading blue chip and multinational companies as its clients. Seyi’s impressive inroads in business soon gained international recognition, beginning in 2019 when he was crowned the ECOWAS Youth Ambassador for Entrepreneurship and Youth Development. In Ghana, Seyi in 2020…
The Benue State Executive Council on Thursday approved a total of N149.5 billion for the construction, rehabilitation, and provision of critical roads and infrastructural projects across the state, in line with the vision of Governor Hyacinth Alia’s desire to improve lives. Governor Alia has prioritized road infrastructure development in Benue, implementing several projects since taking office to include, 16 township roads and ongoing works on the Makurdi Underpass, the Aper Alku Stadium, as well as the Benue Fashion Hub. Others are the 34km road linking Benue to Cross River State among various project initiatives. Chief Press Secretary to the Governor,…
Imagine the biological spirit in the Mother-Child. Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue state looks deeply emotional in a mood that only himself can explain to the public. The Catholic Priest, turned politician can only reflect on his roots, and the role that mama may have played in the good-hard days. “Times have passed. ‘My son is now blessed, with power, authority, and influence,’ could be the imaginary thoughts of the Morher of Governor of the Food Basket State. What is important is that as mama showed him love, Governor Alia’s appearing emotional is only normal for a pay back. But,…
The Benue State chapter of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has again, reaffirmed Senator George Akume’s position as the undisputed political leader of the ‘food basket state’, explaining that Akume’s influence transcends party lines. IPAC stated this when they paid a solidarity visit to the SGF in Makurdi. The inter-party group was led on the visit by Comrade Ogbe Simon Ocheme (State Chairman Zenith Labour Party ZLP). IPAC commended SGF Akume’s leadership and reeled out his efforts in fostering political inclusivity and development in Benue state. On the delegation was former Governor Samuel Ortom, who in his remarks, echoed IPAC’s…
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has signed the 2025 budget of N550.1 billion christened, “Budget of Human Capital Development, Food Security, and the Digital Economy”, into law. The Benue State House of Assembly had earlier on 30th December 2024, passed the 2025 appropriation bill into an Act during its plenary presided by the Speaker, Honourable Hyacinth Aondona Dajoh. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Tersoo Kula said Alia signed the financial plan alongside the launch of the State’s much-anticipated 10-year Development Plan, the State Nutrition Policy, and the State Social Protection Policy in Makurdi. Speaking at…
Today, I join millions across Benue State, Nigeria, and beyond to celebrate a remarkable leader, father, selfless patriot, and exemplary public servant, Senator Dr. George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), as he marks his 71st birthday. Senator Akume’s life story is proof of the values of hard work, perseverance, and humility. He has risen through the ranks of public service—from Permanent Secretary, two-term Governor of Benue State, three-term Senator, Minister, and now Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF). His journey is one of divine grace and extraordinary achievement. Senator Akume’s contributions to the development…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, (APC) in Benue State, Senator Jack Tilley-Gyado has expressed confidence in the leadership qualities and performance of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) George Akume in his current role at the central government . SGF Akume Senator Gyado passed a vote of confidence on the SGF Akume, saying that as the nation’s scribe, he is doing creditably well. Speaking at a political event in Makurdi, Senator Gyado said the performance of the SGF has formed a bond for the north-central states of the party giving more assurance that the region’s…