‘We will not allow the relationship between Akume, Gov Alia go asunder’ — Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Senator George Akume, and Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, to embrace peace and reconciliation, cautioning that a sustained rift between both leaders could negatively affect Benue State, the North-Central zone and Nigeria as a whole.

Shettima made the appeal on Sunday in Makurdi while addressing guests at the wedding reception of Senator Akume’s son, where he underscored Benue’s strategic importance to national cohesion and development.

“Benue is not only the heartbeat of the nation; it goes beyond being the food basket. Benue is a trendsetter, and Benue has a large heart,” the Vice President said.

He…