Tensions in Benue State politics escalated today as Governor Hyacinth Alia personally oversaw the demolition of a structure initiated by the immediate past Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aondona DaJoh. The building, intended for the Assembly Commission, was located within the Assembly Quarters at Nyiman, Makurdi, says Asom D. Jerry.
Eyewitnesses reported that the Governor delayed the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed commissioners to supervise the demolition exercise. This move has sparked widespread speculation that Governor Alia is intent on dismantling not only the political influence but also the physical legacy of the former Speaker.
The incident has elicited mixed reactions across the state. Some view it as a bold display of executive authority, while others criticize it as high-handedness. The demolition has fueled a heated debate about the balance of power within Benue’s political landscape.
As the dust settles at Nyiman, one thing remains clear: the power tussle within Benue’s political class is far from resolved. Political analysts are closely monitoring the development to see how it will shape the state’s governance in the coming months.
