PDP raises alarm over alleged intimidation, N200bn fraud in Kwara, Benue

From Taiwo Ogunniyi, Ilorin, and Scholastica Hir , Makurdi
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has raised separate allegations of abuse of state power in Kwara and Benue states, accusing authorities in Kwara of using criminal prosecutions and prolonged detention to intimidate opposition members ahead of the 2027 general elections, while demanding that Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, explain reported financial irregularities involving about N200 billion under his administration.
In Kwara, the party petitioned the Chief Judge, Justice Abiodun Ayodele Adebara, over what it described as a disturbing pattern of criminal charges, restrictive bail procedures and prolonged detention of...