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Agada’s Reinstatement: ₦3 Billion Appeal Court Manipulation Alert

The political turbulence in the Benue State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has intensified with allegations that Governor Hyacinth Alia is orchestrating a ₦3 billion scheme to manipulate the judiciary in the reinstatement case of Comrade Austin Agada as State Chairman. Sources reveal that the governor has allegedly directed local governments to raise ₦100 million each while extracting ₦700 million from state coffers to fund this effort.

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May Seek Reconciliation After October 5th

Governor Hyacinth Alia’s obsession with controlling local government funds is at the heart of the current Benue APC crisis. His refusal to allow local governments to operate autonomously has sparked serious internal conflicts within the party.

Alia’s tight grip on local funds, fueled by recent increases in allocations after fuel subsidy removal, has sidelined grassroots development. This political battle has not only paralyzed local administration but also disrupted development projects meant to uplift communities.

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