Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has assured that the upcoming local government elections will be conducted in a free and fair manner, providing an equitable playing field for all participating political parties. The elections are scheduled for October 5, 2024, with at least eight parties expected to contest.
Governor Alia made this commitment during the flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) election campaign in Gboko, which was represented by his deputy, Sam Ode. He emphasized the administration’s dedication to ensuring a transparent electoral process, stating, “His Excellency, Hyacinth Alia is determined to ensure that the coming election is free and fair, hence, he has promised to provide a level playing ground for all the political parties.”
During the event, Ode presented party flags to the 23 APC chairmanship candidates and their deputies, urging them to focus on serving their communities effectively.
In his address, the APC caretaker committee chairman, Benjamin Omale, highlighted the committee’s role in addressing the grievances of party aspirants, ensuring that every member’s voice is heard and valued. He noted that their efforts have been crucial in fostering unity and cooperation within the party.
Omale reiterated the state APC administration’s commitment to fulfilling its campaign promises and encouraged party supporters to turn out in large numbers on October 5 to vote for all APC candidates, advocating for better service delivery and the general welfare of the people. He also commended President Bola Tinubu and the APC National Chairman for their support in promoting peace within the Benue APC and establishing a unity caretaker committee.