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A social media post by a commentator identifying as D’nkaded Elder Sughnnen Yaaya has ignited discussions in Benue State over perceived imbalances in access to federal security job opportunities, particularly in recent Department of State Services (DSS) and short services recruitment exercises.
In the widely shared statement posted on February 11, 2026, the author contrasts what he describes as the political priorities of Tiv and Idoma communities in Benue. According to the post, while Tiv people are said to be focused on capturing political party structures, Idoma communities are allegedly channeling efforts toward securing strategic employment placements for their youths, including purchasing job slots and creating better long-term prospects.
The commentator specifically references an alleged list of successful candidates from Benue State in the DSS and related short services recruitment, claiming that out of 19 selected candidates, only 7 are Tiv, with the remainder reportedly drawn from Idoma and Hausa backgrounds. He argues that this distribution signals a bleak future for Tiv youths in the state, warning that if the trend continues unchecked, Tiv representation in such critical national institutions could remain marginal for the next two decades.
The post further questions the fairness of the national sharing formula and the low overall quota allocated to Benue State compared to other states, which reportedly received 30 to 40 slots. The author expresses confusion over the criteria used for quota allocation and highlights what he sees as an internal imbalance within Benue’s own share, suggesting that Tiv graduates appear underrepresented despite presumed qualifications.
Raising concerns about broader employment insecurity, the writer appeals directly to prominent Tiv figures at the national level, including the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), urging them to advocate more aggressively for equitable opportunities for Benue indigenes, particularly Tiv youths. He calls on “brothers and sisters at the national level” to awaken and take immediate action to address what he describes as a quietly growing crisis of limited access to federal jobs.
The commentary reflects longstanding sentiments among some sections of Benue’s youth population regarding perceived marginalization in federal appointments and the need for stronger representation and lobbying from influential indigenes. While the specific recruitment list mentioned has not been independently verified in public records, the post has resonated with many who share frustrations over competitive job access and ethnic balancing in state and national opportunities.
As debates continue online, the issue underscores recurring conversations in Benue about unity, strategic positioning, and the role of political and community leaders in securing economic and professional advancement for the state’s diverse ethnic groups. No official response has yet emerged from relevant authorities or the named national figures referenced in the post.
