Politics & Governance
This category covers political developments and governance activities shaping Benue State and Nigeria, including elections, policy decisions, legislative actions, public administration, and leadership at all levels. It focuses on how government decisions are made and how they affect citizens. It serves as a public accountability space, tracking power, policy, and governance with clarity, accuracy, and context.
Benue Govt, PDP Clash Over Planned Removal of Unauthorised Billboards
The Benue Government has given billboard owners two weeks to regularise unauthorised structures before enforcement begins on October 20. The PDP has questioned the timing, alleging the directive could target opposition campaign materials.
Aondoakaa Urges Supporters to Remain Calm After Campaign Materials Destroyed
Benue PDP governorship candidate Michael Aondoakaa has urged supporters to remain calm and avoid retaliation after campaign materials bearing his image were reportedly burned. The identities and motives of those behind the incident remain unverified.
Plateau attacks: Mutfwang vows to protect residents ‘with all we have’
Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang has renewed his commitment to protecting lives and property amid security challenges, saying his administration will use every lawful means available to confront violence and restore peace.
Alia: My Projects Will Speak for Me in 2027 as Governor Responds to Ortom
Governor Hyacinth Alia says his administration is focused on rebuilding Benue through infrastructure, investment and workers’ welfare, as he responds to criticism from former governor Samuel Ortom ahead of the 2027 election.
Ortom Accuses Alia of Failing Benue, Says ‘No Single Person’ Was Healed by His Ministry
Former Governor Samuel Ortom has criticised Governor Hyacinth Alia, alleging failures in governance, rule of law and stakeholder engagement while questioning whether Benue has experienced the “healing” expected from Alia’s leadership.
Ortom Accuses Alia Over Peter Obi’s Benue Blockade, Demands Accountability
Former Governor Samuel Ortom has accused Governor Hyacinth Alia of involvement in the blockade of Peter Obi’s planned visit to Yelwata. The state government denies the allegation as police investigate the incident.
Benue Govt Denies Involvement in Reported Attack on Peter Obi’s Convoy
The Benue State Government has denied involvement in the reported stopping of Peter Obi’s convoy at Gyado Villa, saying it was unaware of his visit to the state.
Benue 2031: Suswam Says Kwande Should Succeed Alia, Puts Zone C Agitation in Focus
Former Benue Governor Gabriel Suswam has backed Governor Hyacinth Alia for re-election in 2027 and said the Kwande Intermediate Area should produce the state’s governor in 2031, a position likely to renew debate over Benue South’s long-running power-shift campaign.
Ortom Did Not Give FG Land for Ranches, Benue PDP Tells Information Commissioner
The Benue State PDP says there was no land grant to the Federal Government for ranches under former Governor Samuel Ortom and has challenged Commissioner Solomon Iorpev to produce documentary evidence supporting his claim.
FG Can’t Force Benue to Accept Ranching — Alia
Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia has assured residents that the Federal Government will not impose cattle ranching on the state, urging people to remain calm and understand the details of the planned pilot ranching programme.