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Tragedy as Three Top APC Members Die

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The ongoing peace accord between Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is facing potential challenges as the 2027 general elections approach. Reports indicate that both political figures are revisiting their positions regarding the succession of Fubara as governor. This rising tension is reportedly connected to a peace agreement facilitated by President Bola Tinubu, which allegedly included a commitment from Fubara not to pursue re-election in 2027 and to align with the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Three members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Ogbadigbo Local Government Area of Benue State have died in a road accident while travelling to attend the party’s zonal congress in Lafia, Nasarawa State.

Our correspondent reports that the incident was said to have occurred on Wednesday along the Makurdi–Lafia expressway.

State Organising Secretary of the APC, James Ornguga, confirmed the development, stating that some other party members sustained injuries and are currently receiving treatment at the Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH), Makurdi.

“Yes, we lost three of our members from Ogbadigbo, while others were injured and are receiving treatment at BSU Teaching Hospital,” Ornguga said.

Meanwhile, the Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District and Senate Minority Leader, Comrade Abba Moro, has expressed grief over the incident.

In a statement issued by his media aide, Emmanuel Eche’Ofun John, the senator described the accident as traumatic and heartbreaking, noting that losing several people from a single local government in one incident is devastating.

Moro extended his condolences to the people of Ogbadigbo, particularly the families, friends, and political associates of the deceased, and prayed for the repose of the souls of the departed, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.