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Idoma youths have strongly condemned the recent destruction of a campaign banner belonging to Benue State Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia in Ugbokolo, Okpokwu Local Government Area, describing the act as barbaric and unacceptable.
In a statement issued on Monday, March 2, 2026, Francis Egahi, Benue South Coordinator of the I Stand With Benue 4 Alia Movement, said the vandalism does not reflect the values or political maturity of the Idoma people. The group stressed that political disagreements should be resolved through dialogue and issue-based engagement rather than acts of destruction or vandalism of property.
“The destruction of Governor Alia’s banner is barbaric and does not represent the collective will of the peace-loving people of Idoma land,” the statement read. It further warned that such actions are capable of heightening political tension and undermining peaceful coexistence in the state.
The youths called on their counterparts across Benue South to remain calm and law-abiding while urging security agencies to investigate the incident thoroughly and ensure those responsible are held accountable. They reaffirmed their unwavering support for Governor Alia and emphasised the importance of responsible political conduct and peaceful engagement across Benue State.
The incident has sparked reactions among political stakeholders in Okpokwu and the wider Benue South zone, with many describing it as an isolated act that should not be allowed to escalate communal or political friction. No arrests have been reported in connection with the vandalism as of the time of this report.
