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Rostrum The ancient narrow pathway had become so bad that they could not find their way to their destination as the three moved in a grey Honda Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) being piloted by Dayo who was very mindful of the steering. It was on a Thursday. The 35-year-old Misters Dayo, Emeka and Okon were old time friends who reunited just a few days ago at Nsukka in Enugu State having lost contacts about eight years back, or thereabouts, after their graduation from one of the reputable higher citadels of learning in Nigeria situated in the Eastern part of the country, precisely University of Nigeria Nsukka popularly known by its acronym ‘U.N.N’. What occasioned the long-awaited reunion was the convention of their alma-mater’s alumni body themed ‘The homecoming of UNN Alumni’, which usually held once in a blue moon. Though they never studied in the same department, they were conspicuously best of friends during their school days that people within bega...

Gov. Alia warns Obi, others Against Unapproved Visit to Benue

The Governor of Benue State, Nigeria, Hyacinth Alia, on 14th April 2025, issued a warning, stating he could not ensure the safety of any individual or group arriving in the state without his prior knowledge.
The Governor advised those contemplating such visits to rethink their plans for their own safety and well-being.

Additionally, the governor emphasized that anyone intending to visit the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in the state must obtain prior approval from the Benue State Emergency Management Agency (BSEMA) before proceeding with their visit. The press release came after the the Presidential contestant under the auspices of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections in Nigeria and the erstwhile governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, reportedly sought the attention of the governor over his scheduled visit to the Benue State, but his efforts to reach Gov. Alia proved abortive.

The warning released by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, under the title “Notice Regarding Unscheduled Visit to Benue State.”

Additionally, the governor emphasized that anyone intending to visit the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in the state must obtain prior approval from the Benue State Emergency Management Agency (BSEMA) before proceeding with their visit.

Part of the statement read: “The Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, wishes to inform the public that he is not expecting any August visitor to the state today.

“He is currently engaged in high-profile meetings with key state actors to discuss critical issues affecting our state. “Therefore, he strongly advises against any group or high-profile individual(s) attempting to enter the state for any kind of visit that may generate political assemblies without prior approval.

“For anyone considering a visit to Benue State without the Governor’s knowledge, it is imperative to reconsider such plans, as the safety and security of individuals in this regard cannot be guaranteed. “Also the public is to note that all individuals or groups intending to visit IDPs in Benue State must first seek and obtain written permission from Benue State Emergency Management Agency, BSEMA.

“We urge security agents and the public to take note of this announcement and maintain peace and order in the state.”

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