BREAKING: Benue APC crisis: Alia, Akume finally reconcile

Hyacinth Alia and George Akume 1

The lingering crisis within the Benue State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, appears to have been resolved following a reconciliation between Governor Hyacinth Alia and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume.

DAILY POST reports that the peace meeting was convened at the instance of President Bola Tinubu, with Governor Alia extending an invitation to Akume for the talks.

The meeting, held at the Banquet Hall of the Benue State Government House, was attended by political leaders, traditional rulers, and clerics from across the state.

Speaking with newsmen shortly after the meeting, Alia disclosed that one of the key resolutions reached was for the party to work towards his return to office in 2027.

He also stated that all members of the National Assembly under the APC platform from the state are expected to secure re-election in the next general elections.

More details to follow.