BREAKING NEWS: APC Overrules Court Ruling, Dissolves Benue Executive Committee

BREAKING NEWS: APC Overrules Court Ruling, Dissolves Benue Executive Committee

The leadership crisis in the Benue chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) escalated on Wednesday when the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) dissolved the state executive led by Austine Agada. This action was taken despite a court order prohibiting such a move, intensifying the internal conflict within the party…… CONTINUE READING

The NWC swiftly appointed a seven-member caretaker committee to replace the Agada-led executives. Benjamin Omale will chair the committee, with Prof. Bem Angwe serving as secretary. Other members include Richard Mzungweve, James Ornguga, Terhemen Ngbea, Helen Agaigbe, and Ali Francis Adah. This committee is tasked with managing the party’s affairs in Benue for the next six months.

The dissolution occurred just hours after a Benue High Court issued an ex parte order restraining the NWC, chaired by Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, from removing the Agada-led committee before the end of their four-year term. The order was granted by Justice Theresa Igoche in response to a motion filed under MH/1585m/2024.

The Benue APC has been divided, with Governor Hyacinth Alia and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, at odds over party control. While Akume supports Agada’s team, Governor Alia backs a rival faction led by Benjamin Omakolo, exacerbating the conflict.

After swearing in the new caretaker committee, APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje expressed regret over the situation. He explained that the dissolution was necessary to prevent further collapse of the party in Benue. Ganduje stated, “This is not a proud moment for us, but it is a necessary action in line with our constitution. We believe that the new committee will help stabilize the party and address the internal issues.”

He emphasized the need for unity and effective management of the party, especially with upcoming local government elections. Ganduje urged the caretaker committee to foster unity and engage in dialogue with key stakeholders.

Benjamin Omale, the new chairman, committed to working towards reconciling and uniting the party members in Benue, ensuring that the mandate given to him will be fulfilled to bring peace and reconciliation to the state.

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