The All Progressives Congress in Benue State is set to hold its governorship primary election on Thursday, May 21, with Governor Hyacinth Alia as a leading contender. Other aspirants vying for the party’s ticket include Jeffrey Kuraun and Terwase Orbunde.
Governor Alia has urged the APC leadership at all levels to ensure a process that is transparent, credible, and reflects the genuine will of party members. He stressed that internal democracy is crucial for the party’s unity and electoral success.
In a statement released by Chief Solomon Iorpev, the governor’s Technical Adviser on Media and Strategic Communication, Alia called on delegates and stakeholders to participate actively and maintain peace throughout the exercise. He emphasized the need for candidates to see the primary as a brotherly contest that will strengthen the party.
Alia also wished all aspirants well and prayed for a primary that is free of rancor and disruptions.