APC rallies behind Alia, presents him with 2027 governorship flag

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has reaffirmed its confidence in Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, with the formal presentation of the party’s flag to him as its governorship candidate for the 2027 general elections.

The flag presentation, which took place on Saturday in Jos, Plateau State, was attended by President Bola Tinubu and other leaders of the party, including stakeholders from the North-Central region.

The Tinubu/Alia Campaign Council in Benue State described the ceremony as a significant demonstration of unity and renewed confidence in the governor’s leadership and his candidacy.

In a statement issued by its Director of Communications, Tersoo Kula, the campaign council said the presentation had put to rest speculation surrounding Alia’s chances of securing the party’s ticket for another term.

According to the council, the development represents a clear endorsement of the governor by the national leadership of the APC and a demonstration of the party’s commitment to his re-election bid.

The council expressed appreciation to President Tinubu and the national leadership of the party for providing direction and strengthening unity within its ranks.

The council noted that the president’s leadership and firm position had helped to consolidate the party’s support for Alia, expressing confidence that the development would strengthen its chances in the 2027 elections.

It also assured the national leadership that the APC in Benue State was prepared to mobilise support for the party and its candidates across the state.

The council said the enthusiasm among residents in communities, towns and villages indicated growing support for the governor’s second-term ambition.

It further pledged to intensify grassroots mobilisation in line with President Tinubu’s directive to party members to reach every ward and secure electoral support.

The campaign council said its mobilisation strategy would involve engaging voters at the ward, community and household levels, while adhering to electoral guidelines and maintaining discipline.

It expressed optimism that the party would secure victory in Benue State in the 2027 elections, adding that its members and supporters were ready to work towards consolidating the APC’s political strength.