AGULERI–UMUOBA ANAM CRISIS: BISHOP EKWE URGES CALM, DIALOGUE, PEACEFUL RESOLUTION. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 Aguleri–Umuoba Anam Crisis: Bishop Ekwe Urges Calm, Dialogue, Peaceful Resolution ‎ ‎By Nneka Ejeckam ‎ ‎The Bishop of the Diocese of Niger West, Anglican Communion, The Rt. Rev. Johnson N. Ekwe, has on October 2, called for calm and peaceful resolution following the reported crisis arising from a boundary dispute between Amaeze Aguleri and Umuoba Anam communities. ‎ ‎In a statement, Bishop Ekwe expressed sadness over the reported developments, including alleged casualties and destruction of property. He commiserated with affected families, prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured and offered prayers for those who suffered losses. ‎ ‎The Bishop appealed to residents of both communities to remain calm, exercise restraint and avoid any further acts of violence or reprisal. He called for an immediate cessation of hostilities, stressing that dialogue remained the most viable path to lasting peace. ‎ ‎He noted that Amaeze Aguleri and Umuoba Anam are bound not only by proximity but...

BENUE’S KONSHISHA LOSES ESTEEMED TRADITIONAL LEADER, TER IKYOR I. (PHOTO).


 BENUE’S KONSHISHA LOSES ESTEEMED TRADITIONAL LEADER, TER IKYOR I 



‎Born in 1945-2025,

‎His Royal Highness, Chief Thomas Tule Jam Gbinde, known as Ter Ikyor I, was a revered 2nd Class Chief and the paramount ruler of the Ikyor people in Konshisha Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria. He was a highly respected, long-serving traditional ruler known for his dedication to peace, unity, and the preservation of Tiv cultural heritage.


‎ He served as a traditional ruler for several decades, establishing himself as one of the oldest and most influential traditional rulers in the Tiv nation.

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‎Appointment: He was appointed as the head of Abara in 1984.

‎Elevation: In 1991, he was elevated to the position of a 2nd Class Chief, known as Ter Ikyor.

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‎Leadership Style: Chief Gbinde was characterized as a leader with integrity, humility, and a deep commitment to justice, often described as a "sage" and a "bridge between the past and the future".


‎Role in Community: He was instrumental in mediating conflicts, promoting development, and fostering harmony within Konshisha and the broader Tiv traditional council.

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‎Key Initiatives: He supported his community by encouraging cooperation with government projects, such as the National Population Commission’s (NPC) Enumeration Area Demarcation in 2021.

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‎Death and Legacy

‎Passing: His Royal Highness passed away in 2025.

‎Burial: He was laid to rest in his residence in Tse Agberagba, Konshisha LGA, with a well-attended burial ceremony to honor his service.


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