04/05/2026
Yesterday, I convened a high-level Peace and Reconciliation Meeting with key leaders of our great party, the All Progressives Congress, at the Government House, Makurdi.
In attendance were respected stakeholders, including the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume; former Governor Gabriel Suswam; Sen. Barnabas Gemade; members of the National Assembly; and other committed leaders of our state.
The meeting was about unity, healing, and putting Benue first, not politics as usual.
I made it clear that leadership is about building bridges. Where there have been misunderstandings, we must find understanding. Where there has been division, we must choose unity. As part of this commitment, I offered an apology to aggrieved members, not out of weakness, but out of strength and a sense of responsibility to move us forward together.
Our administration has made measurable progress in education, healthcare, ICT, industrialization, and infrastructure. But the truth is, we can achieve even much more when we stand as one.
I am encouraged by the spirit of togetherness during the meeting. There was honesty. There was reflection. And, most importantly, there was a shared resolve to rebuild trust and strengthen our party for the good of our people.
Benue is bigger than any individual ambition. Our collective future depends on our ability to work together, support one another, and stay focused on delivering real results.
