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The Tiv Traditional Council, on Monday settled the political leadership dispute between Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume.
The duo had been in a cold war over political leadership of the North Central state.
Worried by the crisis, the Tiv paramount ruler, Prof James Ayatse, and the TTC invited the duo to discuss the differences in Gboko, headquarters of the Tiv race.
Ayatse, while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the meeting, said that the duo agreed to reconcile.
He said, “The two leaders have agreed to put aside their political differences and work for the progress of Benue.
“Today, I called the Governor of Benue, Rev Fr Alia, and the SGF, Sen George Akume, to discuss with them because of reports that we have received about conflicts between them.
“We have spoken with them. They have told us the issues. We discussed the issues and agreed together. They agreed to bury their differences and work together as a team for the good of the people.
“So, all the past differences have been put aside, and now we have a fresh start. We shall work together in unity, cooperation, and agreement for the progress and development of Benue.
“We are happy with the resolutions they took themselves, and we believe they have shown commitment.
NAN reports that The two officials – the SGF and the Governor – however, refused to speak with the press after the meeting.
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