Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has extended warm felicitations to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), His Excellency Senator Dr. George Akume, as he celebrates his 72nd birthday on December 27, 2025.
In a press statement issued on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula, mni, the Governor, on behalf of the government and good people of Benue State, expressed profound gratitude to God for preserving the life of the former governor and allowing him to mark another milestone in good health and excellent spirit.
Governor Alia described Senator Akume, a former Minority Leader of the Senate and ex-Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, as a great beneficiary of God’s immense grace, evident in his remarkable achievements across a distinguished career in politics and civil service. He highlighted Akume’s enduring legacies both in Benue State and at the national level, noting his selfless contributions to development and governance.
The Governor prayed for continued divine blessings upon the SGF, asking God to grant him robust health, long life, wisdom, and strength as he persists in serving Nigeria with dedication.
This heartfelt message underscores the respect and admiration for Senator Akume’s longstanding impact on public service, as tributes continue to pour in from across the country on this auspicious occasion.
