A faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State has called on Governor Hyacinth Alia to apologise to the former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, following an incident involving the blockade of his convoy.
The group, which represents a dissenting voice within the ruling party in the state, stated that the incident was an affront to political decorum and required a formal apology from the state leadership to prevent further political friction.
The demand follows reports of the convoy blockade in Benue State, an event that has sparked debate regarding the treatment of high-profile political figures by state authorities.
Internal APC tensions in Benue
The faction’s insistence on an apology suggests growing cracks within the Benue State chapter of the APC. By publicly calling out Governor Alia, the group is signaling a lack of confidence in how the state administration handles sensitive political interactions, particularly those involving prominent opposition figures like Peter Obi.
The faction argued that the blockade, whether intentional or a result of administrative lapses, reflects poorly on the image of the APC. They maintained that for the party to maintain its credibility and foster a healthy democratic environment in Benue, the governor must take responsibility for the actions of state actors or security elements under his command.
This development occurs at a time when political tensions remain high in the North-Central region. The relationship between the ruling APC and the Labour Party, to which Peter Obi belongs, remains a focal point of Nigerian political discourse, especially following the 2023 general elections.
While the faction has made its position clear, the Benue State government and the official APC leadership have yet to issue a formal response to the demand for an apology. The movement’s call for accountability highlights the ongoing struggle for influence and direction within the state’s political establishment.
As of the time of writing, no specific details regarding the exact location or the specific individuals responsible for the blockade have been confirmed by the state government.
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