RENEWED CRISIS LOOMS IN BENUE APC AS ALIA REJECTS AUTOMATIC TICKETS FOR 2027.(PHOTO).
Renewed Crisis Looms in Benue APC as Alia Rejects Automatic Tickets for 2027 Fresh cracks have emerged in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State, threatening the fragile reconciliation between Governor Hyacinth Alia and Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume. Despite a high-level peace meeting convened on Sunday, deep disagreements persist, particularly over the contentious proposal for automatic tickets for elected officials ahead of the 2027 general elections. The renewed tension stems from a long-running power struggle between the two leaders, which began after the 2023 elections over control of the party structure and political appointments. The conflict led to the polarisation of the APC in Benue into rival factions, one loyal to Akume, led by Austin Agada, and the other aligned with Governor Alia. Tensions peaked in March 2026 when the factions held parallel congresses, producing separate executive committees. The national leadership of...
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