Benue APC crisis: Alia and Akume factions fail to reach peace deal

Rival APC factions in Benue State, loyal to Governor Hyacinth Alia and Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume, failed to reach a compromise at a reconciliation meeting convened by the party’s national leadership. Alia’s camp recognises Benjamin Omale as state chairman, while Akume’s faction says Austin Agada, elected at the 2022 congress, remains chairman. The dispute has led to parallel party secretariats in Makurdi and reciprocal suspensions. The unresolved crisis has raised concerns about the party’s readiness for the 2027 general elections.