Benue Leaders Unite to Support Governor Alia's Re-election

Leaders in Benue State are increasingly supporting Governor Hyacinth Alia's bid for a second term, emphasizing the need for unity and collective action in the face of ongoing security challenges. Public statements from past leaders indicate a renewed consensus around Alia's leadership, particularly as the state faces persistent attacks in rural communities linked to broader national insecurity.

Alia, a Catholic priest turned politician, is described as a forthright leader whose governance approach is rooted in moral conviction and grassroots accountability. The support for Alia has gained momentum following the defection of former governor Gabriel Suswam from the People Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Former governor Samuel Ortom has also amplified calls for collective action against violence, condemning ongoing killings in Benue as a planned genocide against indigenous farming communities. Stakeholders insist that political differences should not divide the state during this critical time, highlighting visible development projects as evidence of progress under Alia's administration.