APC Stakeholders Urge Reconciliation, Mobilise Support for Alia, Tinubu
Concerned stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State have declared support for the re-election of Governor Hyacinth Alia and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
The stakeholders, under the aegis of Concerned Benue APC Stakeholders and Strategic Alliance, made their position known during a world press conference addressed by the group’s Convener, Dr Dominic Alancha.
Alancha called on APC members to prioritise the overall interest of the party, Benue State and its members above individual interests, disagreements or political camps.
He said the APC was bigger than any individual, leader, aspirant or political group, stressing that internal disagreements should be addressed through the recognised organs and mechanisms of the party.
According to him, he had previously opposed Governor Alia’s bid for re-election but subsequently changed his position after reassessing what he described as the larger interest of the party.
Alancha urged members with grievances against the governor or party leadership to pursue such concerns through established internal channels rather than engaging in activities capable of weakening the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.
He added that where there was credible evidence of violations of the party’s constitution or rules, the appropriate authorities should take necessary action in line with due process, regardless of the status of the individuals involved.
The APC stakeholders also expressed support for the Alia administration, saying, in their assessment, its record in office provides a basis for the governor to seek another term.
The group equally declared its commitment to mobilising support for President Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.
Alancha appealed to APC elders, leaders and members across Benue State to close ranks and resolve their differences through dialogue and the appropriate party structures.
He further urged the party leadership to uphold the supremacy of the APC constitution and ensure that disciplinary measures, where necessary, are applied fairly and in accordance with established procedures.
The group also called on Governor Alia to remain focused on governance and the implementation of his administration’s programmes, while urging party members to intensify mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections.
It appealed to members associated with different political camps to embrace reconciliation and work towards strengthening the party across the state.
The stakeholders subsequently announced plans to mobilise across local government areas, wards and communities in support of the APC and the re-election bids of Governor Alia and President Tinubu.
Alancha said the group’s position was that the APC, Benue State and the collective interest of its members should remain central to the party’s activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
