The Benue State chapter of the Progressives Local Government Chairmen Forum has announced the appointment of Hon. Amb. James Melvin Ejeh, Executive Chairman of Agatu Local Government Council and Deputy Chairman of ALGON Benue State Chapter, as the organisation’s Benue State Coordinator. The move is seen as a strategic step to strengthen grassroots mobilisation in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Ejeh was selected in recognition of his proven leadership capacity, commitment to grassroots development, and ability to mobilise and coordinate stakeholders at the local government level. The appointment letter, dated October 23, 2026, and signed by the group’s Director-General, Hon. Freedom Bassey, highlighted his experience and track record in local governance.
In a detailed statement, the forum described itself as a strategic grassroots platform comprising executive chairmen of local government councils across APC-controlled states in Nigeria. Its mandate includes promoting effective local governance and supporting the policies and programmes of the Renewed Hope Administration. The letter emphasised that Ejeh would be responsible for coordinating the forum’s activities in Benue State, strengthening grassroots mobilisation, and promoting the policies, programmes, and vision of the Tinubu and Alia administrations across the state.
The group congratulated Ejeh on his nomination, expressing confidence in his ability to discharge the responsibility with diligence and distinction. In his acceptance speech, Ejeh expressed appreciation to the organisation’s leadership and stakeholders for the trust placed in him. He also acknowledged Governor Alia’s support and pledged to work closely with APC leaders and stakeholders across Benue State to strengthen grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Ejeh further reaffirmed his commitment to mobilising support for President Tinubu, Governor Alia, and other APC candidates in the state. The forum stated that in this capacity, Ejeh is expected to coordinate the forum’s activities, strengthen grassroots mobilisation, and promote the policies, programmes, and vision of the Renewed Hope Administration across the state.
The appointment was conveyed in a letter dated October 23, 2026, and signed by the group’s Director-General, Hon. Freedom Bassey. The move underscores the growing importance of coordinated local leadership in advancing the policies of the current administration at the grassroots level in Benue State.
