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Breaking the Cycle of Violence: FG’s Comprehensive Plan for North Central Peace

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Breaking the Cycle of Violence: FG's Comprehensive Plan for North Central Peace

Breaking the Cycle of Violence: FG’s Comprehensive Plan for North Central Peace

 

By Ifeoma Ikem

 

In a bid to restore peace and stability to the North Central zone, the Federal Government has unveiled a comprehensive plan to tackle the protracted violence that has plagued the region.

 

Breaking the Cycle of Violence: FG's Comprehensive Plan for North Central Peace

 

According to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, the plan is part of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises the protection of lives above all else.

 

 

Speaking in Makurdi, Benue, Akume revealed that the President’s recent visit to the state was part of a broader plan to tackle insecurity.

 

 

He noted that the plan involves a multi-layered approach, including the mobilisation of personnel, technology, and community intelligence to apprehend perpetrators and prevent recurrence. Akume emphasized that the government is committed to augmenting the efforts of security forces with improved logistics and inter-agency coordination.

 

 

“Our security forces are trying, given the spate of challenges faced; nevertheless the government is committed to augmenting their efforts with improved logistics and inter-agency coordination,” the SGF stated.

 

 

He also emphasized that lasting peace requires synergy between federal and state actors, urging the Benue State government to galvanize local leaders and convene stakeholders to foster dialogue.

 

 

“Beyond security measures, the government is also working to address the humanitarian crisis, with over 50,000 internally displaced persons in need of urgent support,” Akume pointed out, revealing that the government is collaborating with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and non-governmental organisations to scale up aid to those affected.

 

 

Economic revitalisation is also a key component of the plan, with the government fast-tracking agricultural projects and youth employment schemes to curb crime triggers and promote economic stability. Akume noted that military action alone is not enough, and that a holistic approach is needed to address the root causes of insecurity.

 

 

The government’s commitment to protecting lives and promoting economic stability is a beacon of hope for the region. As the plan is implemented, the people of Benue and the wider North Central region can look forward to a brighter future, free from the scourge of violence and insecurity.

 

 

With this comprehensive plan, the Federal Government is taking a bold step towards breaking the cycle of violence that has held the region hostage for too long. The question on everyone’s mind is: Will it be enough to bring lasting peace to the North Central zone? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – the government is determined to try.

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Renewed Hope Ambassadors Shift to Grassroots Mobilisation Ahead of 2027

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Renewed Hope Ambassadors Shift to Grassroots Mobilisation Ahead of 2027

*Renewed Hope Ambassadors Step Into the Next Phase

 

Fresh from the successful APC 2026 National Convention, the Renewed Hope Ambassadors National, Zonal, and State leadership gathered in Abuja over the weekend, for its fourth strategic meeting, setting the tone for nationwide grassroots activation ahead of 2027.

Chaired by Governor Hope Uzodinma (Imo State) the Director General and National Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, alongside Deputy Director-General, Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State, and Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State as Secretary, the session reinforced one clear direction: One Party. One Message. One Mobilization whilst also laying out a strategic roadmap for the activation of the network across all communities in Nigeria.

Backed by the strength of 31 APC-led states, the Renewed Hope Agenda is taking Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s message of progress and reform to every corner of Nigeria.

From bold economic restructuring to initiatives like NELFUND, the increase in the national minimum wage from ₦30,000 to ₦70,000, and strategic investments in critical sectors, including PNiCGI, the mission remains clear: helping Nigerians understand both the purpose and the progress of the Renewed Hope vision.

This is coordination at scale. This is grassroots engagement with purpose. This is the next phase of Renewed Hope with One Party, One Message, and One Mobilisation framework

#RenewedHopeAmbassadors #APC #WeAreAPC

 

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Governor Bago Inaugurates APC Digital Media Sub-Committee Ahead of National Convention

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Governor Bago Inaugurates APC Digital Media Sub-Committee Ahead of National Convention.

 

Governor Umaru Bago has inaugurated the Digital Media Sub-Committee for the forthcoming National Convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC), scheduled to hold on March 27 and 28, 2026 in Abuja.

 

Chairing the sub-committee, Governor Bago tasked members with the responsibility of effectively communicating the party’s manifesto to the public.

 

He emphasized the need to leverage social media platforms to highlight the achievements and ongoing efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that communication gaps have posed challenges that must now be decisively addressed.

 

The Co-Chair of the sub-committee, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, echoed the Governor’s position, urging members to project the activities of both the party and the government to a broader audience.

 

He called for a deliberate and coordinated effort to showcase the party’s achievements and policy direction, stressing the importance of shaping a compelling and consistent narrative across all digital platforms.

 

Delivering a presentation to the committee, Otega Ogra, SSA to the President on New Media, who serves as Secretary of the sub-committee, outlined strategic focus areas to guide the team’s operations.

 

His presentation highlighted communication priorities and actionable steps to achieve the committee’s mandate and strengthen the party’s digital engagement.

 

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VP Shettima Set to Lead Delegation to Zamfara as Governor Dauda Lawal Formally Joins APC

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VP Shettima Set to Lead Delegation to Zamfara as Governor Dauda Lawal Formally Joins APC

 

The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has finalized plans to receive Vice President Kashim Shettima for the formal defection and reception of Governor Dauda Lawal into the ruling party, scheduled to take place on Tuesday.

 

State APC Chairman, Tukur Danfulani Maikatako, disclosed this during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting held in Gusau, the state capital. He noted that the Vice President would be joined by the party’s national leadership to mark what he described as a landmark political realignment in the state.

 

Maikatako expressed the party’s excitement over Governor Lawal’s return, recalling that Zamfara had historically been an APC stronghold and that the Governor was previously a bona fide member of the party before his earlier exit.

 

“We all know that Zamfara has long been one of the APC’s stronghold states, where the defected Governor was once a bona fide member. Now that he has decided to return home, having been satisfied that the APC remains his second choice after the one he left for obvious reasons,” Maikatako stated.

 

The Chairman called on all party faithful across the 147 wards in the state’s 14 local government areas to turn out en masse to honour the Vice President’s visit. He emphasized that the event was strategically positioned to bolster the party’s popularity and strengthen its structures ahead of the 2027 general elections.

 

In a strong appeal for unity, Maikatako urged members to set aside all factional tendencies, stressing that the APC remained one political family with shared goals, particularly the ambition to make Zamfara and Nigeria great again.

 

Echoing similar sentiments, a former state APC Chairman, Lawal M. Liman, appealed to members to cascade the message to their wards and local government areas. He reinforced the need for cohesion, noting that the party’s collective strength would be critical to achieving success in future elections.

VP Shettima Set to Lead Delegation to Zamfara as Governor Dauda Lawal Formally Joins APC

All eyes are now on Gusau as the ruling party prepares for a high-profile political gathering expected to further consolidate its influence in Zamfara State.

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