Alia, PDP clash over political violence ahead of 2027 elections

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has urged politicians and their supporters to avoid violence, hostility and inflammatory statements ahead of the 2027 general elections. He called for campaigns based on issues, saying political activities should promote democracy, peaceful coexistence and development. The governor made the appeal on Sunday during the burial of Cephas Rijam Nyinya Akpam at Tse Akpam, Mbade, Binev, Tombo, in Buruku Local Government Area of the state. Alia expressed concern over the growing use of violence and hostility by some political actors in pursuit of their ambitions. He said elections should provide an opportunity for candidates to present their ideas, policies a...