A concerned Benue indigene, Hon. Igbalagh Mathias Ordondo, has told Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia, not to turn the visit of President Ahmed Bola Tinubu to the state on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, to political rally.
Reacting to a memo from the office of the Senior Special Assistant on Special Groups Mobilisation, Hon. Francis U. Ngutswen, on instruction of the governor, urges various support groups in the state “to mobilise massively to give a rousing welcome to our president.” The m
In an open letter written by Hon. Ordondo, he questioned the rationale behind turning the visit of the president to political rally.
“Instead of using this opportunity for political gain, I urge you to engage the President in a meaningful discussion on finding lasting solutions to the security issues plaguing our state. The people of Benue are crying out for relief and protection, and it is our collective responsibility as leaders to prioritize their welfare”, Ordondo said.
Read the open letter below:
Open Letter
Dear Governor of Benue State,
I am writing to express my deep disappointment and concern regarding your decision to turn the President’s scheduled visit to Benue State into a political rally. Given the current security challenges and killings in the state, this is not the time for politicking.
Instead of using this opportunity for political gain, I urge you to engage the President in a meaningful discussion on finding lasting solutions to the security issues plaguing our state. The people of Benue are crying out for relief and protection, and it is our collective responsibility as leaders to prioritize their welfare.
The citizens of Benue are highly disappointed with the current pattern of leadership, and this decision has only added to their frustration. I implore you to reconsider your approach and use this platform to advocate for the needs and concerns of our people.
Conclusion
Let us put the interests of Benue State and its people above politics. I hope you will take this opportunity to make a positive impact and work towards finding solutions to the challenges we face.
Sincerely,
HON. IGBALAGH MATHIAS ORDONDO.
