Hon Nelson Alapa Solidarity Movement

07/09/2025

The 2025 Igede Agba Festival in Oju once again captivated hearts and honored its heritage. Celebrated annually on the first Ihigile market day in September, this New Yam Festival marks both gratitude for a fruitful harvest and a renewed invocation for the planting season ahead. Central to its observance are thanksgiving rituals to spiritual forces, vibrant dance troupes, communal feasts featuring yam as the "king of crops," and unwavering displays of unity across the Igede homeland Oju and Obi.

on the 5th of September 2025, the air in Oju was electricfied by Sons and daughters of the Igede nation who adorned themselves in their cultural patrimony—traditional wrappers in blue, black, and white stripes, crafted into striking old and modern designs.

Attendees included esteemed dignitaries, traditional rulers, and community leaders who participated in cultural dances, the blessed rituals, and shared in the communal feasting that defines the festival’s soul.
The festival’s highlight was the prestigious conferment of the title UGEBE I of Igede Nation—"The Lion of Igede Nation" upon Chief Nelson Alapa, whose roots trace to Igwu Onmachi in Uwoku through his mother.

The festival’s highlight was the prestigious conferment of the title UGEBE I of Igede Nation—"The Lion of Igede Nation"—upon Chief Nelson Alapa, whose roots trace to Igwu Onmachi in Uwoku through his mother.

Bestowed by Ad’Utu 1 of Igede Nation, Chief Daniel Ulegede (aka Kosoko), this title recognized Chief Alapa's relentless support for the Igede people. The chief extolled Hon. Alapa’s generosity and contributions, describing him as “a worthy son of the land who has given back to his community using his resources”—fulfilling the Igede tradition of honoring such benevolent leadership.

This recognition resonates deeply within Igede culture, where individual contributions towards communal welfare are both celebrated and memorialised during Igede Agba.

Beyond festivity, Igede Agba is a living tradition of unity, thanksgiving, reconciliation, and forward planning. The act of communal yam tasting families washing their hands together before feasting is a physical and spiritual symbol of unity, resolving conflict, and forging bonds across generations and households.

The agrarian roots of the festival, where yam is both sustenance and cultural currency, remind us of the discipline, integrity, and industrious spirit revered amongst the Igede. Igede Agba transcends celebration to become a moment of cultural renewal.

—Nelson Alapa Solidarity Movement

30/07/2025

In a powerful cultural-political gathering in Oju, the Royal Fathers of Igede Nation have officially endorsed Chief Dr. Nelson Alapa as their chosen son for the 2027 Senate race representing Benue South (Zone C).

This was no ordinary event — it was a sacred alignment of destiny, tradition, and leadership. The kingdoms united. The drums of ancestry beat loud. And one name echoed across the land: Alapa.

Why this matters:
He is the son of Uwoku, Igede’s largest political bloc
He has served with distinction, delivering real impact in public office
The elders dreamed of him before he was called
Now, the crown has spoken
In his acceptance speech, Chief Alapa declared: This royal endorsement is a covenant. I will not fail our people.
This is more than a campaign, it’s a movement. A new era for Zone C.
And it begins now.

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In a powerful cultural-political gathering in Oju, the Royal Fathers of Igede Nation have officially endorsed Chief Dr. Nelson Alapa as their chosen son for ...

23/07/2025

Chief Dr Nelson Alapa's Familiarisation with Idege Chiefs | Touch down in Okpokwu community Obi Local Government.

21/07/2025

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO A TRUE SON OF HONOUR — CHIEF DR. NELSON ALAPA!

Today, we celebrate not just a birthday, but the life of a man whose journey continues to inspire, empower, and uplift the people of Benue South and beyond.

From the corridors of service to the heart of the grassroots, Chief Dr. Hon Nelson Alapahas proven time and again that leadership is not about title — it’s about impact. The testimonies of communities transformed, young lives mentored, and neglected voices heard under his watch remain undeniable proof of his unwavering dedication to the people.

As he marks another year on earth, we also celebrate a rising light, a man now chosen by both his people and his royal fathers — recently receiving a sacred and historic endorsement from the Igede Royal Institution, recognizing him as “the worthy son sent by destiny to lead.”

This royal blessing is no small feat — it is a generational covenant. One that echoes the voices of the ancestors and the hopes of the present. It confirms what many already believe:

> That Chief Dr. Nelson Alapa is the beacon of hope for Zone C.
> That his ambition to represent Benue South in the Senate come 2027 is not just timely, but divinely ordained.

Today, as the candles are lit and prayers are said, may this new chapter in your life, sir, mark the beginning of greater glory, wider influence, and fulfilled prophecy. May your path be straight, your vision be clear, and your mandate be protected by the same ancestral blessings that have ushered you forward.

Happy Birthday, Chief!
Your story is not just yours anymore — it is ours.
And come 2027, may the seeds you’ve planted bloom into a harvest of victory for the entire Benue South.

We are with you.
We believe in you.
We celebrate you.

20/07/2025

THE CROWN HAS SPOKEN: Igede Royal Fathers Declare their Son Chief Dr. Nelson Alapa the Chosen One for 2027
An Epic Convergence of Culture, Ancestry, and Politics as Zone C’s Next Senator Emerges with Royal Mandate

OJU, BENUE STATE – July 17th, 2025

History was made. Not with the sound of ballots, but with the beating of ancestral drums and the gathering of crowns. In a majestic two-day event filled with symbolism, spirituality, and solidarity, the great sons and daughters of Igede Nation witnessed a phenomenon many describe as divinely orchestrated: the Royal Endorsement of Chief Dr. Nelson Alapa to contest the 2027 Senate seat representing Benue South (Zone C).

This was not a conventional campaign kickoff. It was a sacred convocation, where tradition met prophecy, and royalty answered destiny’s call.

A DREAM FORETOLD, A MANDATE SEALED
Among the Igede people, it is said that the highest form of approval is not public applause — but ancestral alignment. Long before the event, whispers rippled through the clans: several revered elders and royal emissaries had seen visions — dreams confirming that one among them, born of a daughter of the land, was destined to lead the charge into a new era.

And so the kingdoms collapsed their boundaries.
United under one cause, the Igede Royal Institution — made up of all the classes of Igede chiefs, custodians of heritage, and spiritual gatekeepers — invoked their sacred rites to bless Chief Dr. Nelson Alapa, whose mother hails from Uwoku, the most politically influential bloc in Igedeland.

“In Igede tradition, a child of our daughters is not just our child — he is our inheritance. We give him to the land as our pride, our promise, and our power,” declared one of the elders at the gathering.

ROYALTY IN MOTION: WHO WAS THERE?
The climax of the event held in Oju —heart of Igede territory — where His Royal Majesty Chief Ogah Ero CP Rtd, the Adurahu Oligede, was ably represented by Ambassador Chief Ulegede Kosoko, who pronounced the royal blessing before an overflowing crowd of dignitaries.

In an emotional but powerful declaration, His Majesty’s message reverberated:
“It would be a worthy thing to have our son, born of Uwoku the heartbeat of our political structure, represent us at the Senate. We have tested him in public service. We have seen the fruits. Now, we send him forth. Go and bring the Senate seat home. We will support you from every part of our land.”

The gathering was a vibrant tapestry of influence in Igedeland with first class, second class and third class chiefs in attendance.

Political Stakeholders and Powerhouses:
Hon. Cyril Ikom, Deputy Majority Leader, Benue State House of Assembly
Hon. Jackson Onminyi, Executive Chairman, Oju LGA
Hon. Dave Odeh, Former Vice Chairman, Oju LGA
Hon. Obia Alukpo, Vice Chairman, Obi LGA
Hon. David Egboja, Former Member, State Assembly
Hon. Godwin Owulo, PDP Zonal Chairman
Hon. Ekala, Party Elder
Hon. Abi Rose Eneyi, APC Women Leader, Oju
Hon. Regina Obia, APP Women Leader, Obi
Hon. Agi Okebe, HOD COE, President Obi Welfare Association
Hon. Atojor, Oju PDP Chairman
Hon. Ekpeme, APC Secretary, Obi LGA
Speaker, Majority Leader, and Councillors of Oju LG
Religious and Community Leaders:
Bishop OKwe
Pastor Oiji
Rev. Abraham
Daniel Okwoche, Former Provost, Oju
Andrew Egwu, Former Executive Secretary, Oju LGA
Comrade Anderson, Youth Representative
Chief Tony Adenyima
Hon. Dan Odeh

This events makes it official that the most stable APC members in Benue is in the race to win against all odds come 2027.

03/06/2025

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I urge the Federal Government to swiftly intervene and deploy all necessary forces to secure lives and properties in Benue State. The safety of lives and protection of properties is a fundamental responsibility of government, and it is imperative that we take all nece

02/06/2025

By Emmanuel Onyilokwu
Date: June 1, 2025 | Location: Karu, Nasarawa

As the countdown to Nigeria’s 2027 general elections begins, political currents in Benue State are shifting, with the Igede community in Karu, Nasarawa State, throwing their full weight behind one of their own — Hon. Dr. Nelson Alapa — for the Senate seat representing Benue South Senatorial District (Zone C).

What was initially planned as a quiet courtesy visit by Hon. Alapa to the Omi Ny’Igede leadership in Karu Nasarawa state — Chief Sunday Ogah and group president Mr. Sunday Onyike — quickly transformed into a passionate show of solidarity and political endorsement. In what observers have now described as a defining moment, the Igede leaders declared their unequivocal support for Alapa’s senatorial ambition, describing him as “the voice Igede has been waiting for.”

“Zone C has waited long enough,” said Chief Ogah. “It is time we took our place on the red carpet of the National Assembly — not by request, but by right. Nelson Alapa is not just a candidate; he is the embodiment of that right.”

The endorsement resonates deeply with the people of Zone C, particularly the Igede, whose historical quest for equal representation has often been overshadowed. Alapa’s lineage — a first son of Lydia Egbe Ode from the esteemed Egbe Ode family of Igwe Omachi village in Uwokwu, Oju LGA — strengthens both his cultural and political connection to the Igede cause.
In the Company of Chief Inalegwu Entonu, Former Chairperson of Oju Local Government Madam Ire Arubi, Youth Activist Engr. Dan Atayi, Mr Austine Akogwu, Kelly Ekoyi Ekele and etc.
A seasoned politician and public servant, Hon. Nelson Alapa previously served in the House of Representatives, where he empowered an Igede son as his Senior Legislative Aide — a rare gesture hailed as both symbolic and strategic. He also facilitated key infrastructural projects across Igede land, leaving visible marks of development and advocacy.

Beyond legislative achievements, Alapa has remained a central figure in the Aligede movement, a political crusade for justice, inclusion, and recognition of the Igede people within the broader Zone C bloc. Supporters say his commitment is not driven by ambition but by a heartfelt dedication to the liberation of his people.

“Alapa has always stood where others fell silent,” said a community elder in Oju. “He has never turned his back on Igede, and now, it’s our turn to stand by him.”
The momentum behind his candidacy is gaining traction online and offline, with grassroots mobilization surging and social media flooded with hashtags such as , , and — signaling a groundswell of unity across political and generational lines.

Church leaders, traditional institutions, youth bodies, and women’s groups have also begun aligning in what is being described as a political awakening for Igede nation.

As the 2027 elections approach, it is becoming increasingly clear that the people of Igede are no longer content with the sidelines of political relevance. With Nelson Alapa at the forefront, they see a candidate who represents not just hope — but history in the making.

https://nelsonalapa.com/2027-igede-community-in-karu-backs-nelson-alapas-senate-bid/

02/06/2025

https://nelsonalapa.com/2027-igede-community-in-karu-backs-nelson-alapas-senate-bid/

27/07/2024

A lady once told her boyfriend that she was "managing" him, that there were hundreds of men who wanted her because in her words "I have the curves and I'm a hotcake. Men want me".

That was over 20 years ago. She is now in her 40s, looking much unlike she was then, unmarried and without a child. The then boyfriend now has teenage kids and has been married for almost 20 years.

She regrets badly.

She soon after found out that most of the men who wanted her, just wanted a taste of her body and nothing more.

Why do women often confuse h***y men with genuine ones who want commitment?

This same thing happens even with some married women.

A lady left her 14 year marriage with kids and eloped with a guy she had been chatting with on Facebook. The guy dumped her barely one month after she left her husband.

22/07/2024

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21/07/2024

FORMER MINORITY LEADER, CHIEF HON. NELSON ALAPA, MARKS BIRTHDAY WITH THANKSGIVING

Otukpo, Benue State - Chief Hon. Nelson Alapa, a former Minority Leader in the Nigerian Federal House of Representatives, celebrated his birthday in style with a special thanksgiving ceremony.

The event, which took place on 21st July 2024, was a momentous occasion that brought together friends, family, and well-wishers from across Benue State.

The celebration commenced a night before at Chief Alapa's residence on Enenche Onobu Close, where a steady stream of visitors trooped in to offer their congratulations and best wishes.

The atmosphere was filled with warmth and camaraderie as guests mingled and shared stories of Chief Alapa's accomplishments and contributions to the people of Benue south and the entire Benue.

The following day, the thanksgiving ceremony moved to St. Anne's Catholic Church, where a solemn service was held in honor of Chief Alapa's life and legacy.

The church was packed with dignitaries, politicians, and members of the community, all of whom had come to pay tribute to the former Minority Leader.

In his remarks, Chief Alapa expressed his heartfelt gratitude to God, his family, and the entire people of Benue state for their unwavering support and love.

He also seized the opportunity to reflect on his time in public office, highlighting his achievements and the lessons learned during his tenure.
After the church service, the celebration continued at Chief Alapa's residence, where a reception was held for dining and wining. Guests were treated to a sumptuous buffet, and the atmosphere was filled with music, laughter, and merriment.

The event was highly attended by people from all works such as the Och'Otukpo Oduh! Chief Dr John Eimonye, Chief Engr. Fidelis Ijale, the traditional ruler of Igwe Oju, APC state chairman represented by his chief of staff Hon. Sunny Odeje, Hon. Inalegwu Ochepo, Prof. Odeh Ajene, Prof. Adakole Ikpe, Prince John Achegbulu, the former chairman of Ogbadibo Hon. Fab Agada, Okpokwu APC former chairman Barr. Victor Eche Johnson, Fomer vice chairman of Oju, Hon Eru Ochigin, Hon. Mrs Charity Echar from Obi, State Vice Chairperson for pensioners women wing Benue state, Comrade Ikepe Salome.

Other Highly respected guest were Former Minority Leader in the Benue 6th Assembly, Hon Christopher Abari, A founding elder of the party Chief Elder Haanya, Hon. Francis Ottah, Fomer HOR member representing Enone constituency.

In a statement signed by Israel Achichi, Chief Alapa's media aide, the former Minority Leader was described as a "selfless leader and a champion of the people." The statement read in part: "Chief Hon. Nelson Alapa has dedicated his life to serving the people of Benue South, Benue and Nigeria at large.