The state chapter of the APC has been embroiled in a power tussle between a group loyal to Mr Akume, and another loyal to Governor Hyacinth Alia.
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Benue APC Crisis: NWC dissolves Akume-backed exco, appoints caretaker committee
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dissolved the Benue State Executive Committee of the party, which was loyal to Senator George Akume. In its place, the NWC has appointed a caretaker committee to steer the affairs of the party in the state.
The decision is seen as a major blow to Senator Akume’s influence in the party, and a victory for Governor Hyacinth Alia, who has been locked in a power struggle with Akume for control of the party in the state.
The Benue State chapter of the APC has been embroiled in a power tussle between a group loyal to Mr. Akume, and another loyal to Governor Alia. The crisis has been simmering for months, with both factions engaging in a series of verbal sparring and court cases.
The NWC’s decision to dissolve the Akume-backed executive committee is believed to be an attempt to break the impasse and restore stability to the party in the state. The caretaker committee, which is headed by a prominent party elder, has been tasked with reconciling the warring factions and preparing the party for the 2024 elections.
“We are committed to resolving the crisis in Benue APC and ensuring that the party emerges stronger and more united,” said a party source. “The NWC’s decision is a step in the right direction, and we are confident that the caretaker committee will do the job.”
Senator Akume’s camp has reacted angrily to the decision, describing it as “unconstitutional” and “an attempt to impose Governor Alia’s will on the party”. They have vowed to challenge the decision in court.
“This is a clear attempt to undermine the rule of law and the party’s constitution,” said an Akume loyalist. “We will not go down without a fight. We will take this matter to court and ensure that justice is served.”
The Benue APC crisis has been a major headache for the party’s national leadership, which has struggled to contain the fallout. The party’s National Chairman, Sen. Mai Mala Buni, has been engaged in a series of behind-the-scenes negotiations to resolve the crisis, but to no avail.
The NWC’s decision to dissolve the Akume-backed executive committee is seen as a last resort, and a clear indication that the party’s national leadership is willing to take drastic measures to restore stability to the party in Benue State.