31/07/2026
Congratulations to His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, on Securing the APC Gubernatorial Ticket and the Reaffirmation of Hon.Barr. Dr. Sam Ode, Mni as Running Mate.
On behalf of the Management and Staff of the Benue State Council on Climate Change, and in my personal capacity, I heartily congratulate His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, on his well-deserved emergence as the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate for the 2027 Benue State Governorship Election.
Your emergence is not merely a political victory; it is a profound affirmation of the confidence reposed in your visionary leadership, unwavering commitment to good governance, and the remarkable developmental strides your administration has recorded across critical sectors of our dear state. It is a clear indication that genuine service, integrity, and purposeful leadership will always prevail over doubt, distractions, and opposition.
Your administration has continued to inspire hope among the people of Benue through impactful reforms, infrastructural development, improved security initiatives, investment in agriculture, education, healthcare, youth empowerment, environmental sustainability, and institutional strengthening. These achievements have rightly earned you the trust and renewed confidence of both your party and the good people of Benue State.
I equally congratulate Your Excellency on your wise and strategic decision to retain Honourable Barr. Dr. Sam Ode, Mni as your running mate for the forthcoming election. This reaffirmation is a fitting recognition of steadfast loyalty, exceptional competence, unwavering dedication, and selfless service to the administration and the people of Benue State.
This retention has laid to rest the needless speculations, unfounded rumours, divisive narratives, and unhealthy political ambitions that had surrounded the choice of the deputy governorship candidate. It has once again demonstrated that loyalty, hard work, and commitment to a shared vision remain invaluable virtues in leadership and public service.
As Benue journeys towards 2027, I am confident that this formidable partnership will continue to provide the stability, unity, and purposeful leadership required to consolidate on the gains already recorded and usher our state into greater prosperity and sustainable development.
May the Almighty God continue to grant Your Excellency divine wisdom, strength, sound health, and abundant grace as you continue to lead our beloved state with humility, courage, and compassion.
Once again, congratulations to His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, and Right Honourable Barr. Dr. Sam Ode, mni on this significant milestone. May your renewed mandate bring even greater progress, peace, unity, and development to Benue State.
Congratulations and best wishes.
Dr. Aondofa Daniel Mailumo
Director General,
Benue State Council on Climate Change.