The conflict between the governor and the SGF has caused a rift within the Benue APC, leaving supporters uncertain about which faction to support.
The Benue State All Progressives Congress National Assembly (APC) Caucus has dismissed allegations of two factions within the party.
They emphasised that Senator George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, continues to hold the leadership position within the party in Benue, aligning with the APC’s core principles and beliefs.
This clarification was conveyed in a statement released on Sunday, April 14, signed by Philip Agbese, the caucus spokesman and Deputy Spokesperson for the House of Representatives.
This latest development comes shortly after the APC intervened in the ongoing political dispute between Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia and SGF Senator George Akume.
The party warned supporters and representatives of both politicians, urging them to drop their legal actions or face consequences from the national party leadership.
The tension between the governor and the SGF has deeply divided members of the Benue APC, with supporters unsure of which side to align with.
This latest development comes shortly after the APC intervened in the ongoing political dispute between Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia and SGF Senator George Akume.
The party warned supporters and representatives of both politicians, urging them to drop their legal actions or face consequences from the national party leadership.
The tension between the governor and the SGF has deeply divided members of the Benue APC, with supporters unsure of which side to align with.
The caucus responded to suggestions of factionalism within the Benue APC, labelling such claims as the antics of “desperate comedians.”
They advised fellow APC members to view those claiming leadership roles within the party as mere entertainers, amusing the public with their antics. They criticised individuals in Benue who seem to idolise certain figures to the point of disregarding party rules and logic.
According to the party’s constitution and the National Working Committee, the lawmakers emphasised that Comrade Austin Agada remains the state chairman.
