{
  "id": 3449625,
  "title": "No part of Benue will be given to herders – Alia",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/no-part-of-benue-will-be-given-to-herders-alia",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-26T06:58:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/26/no-part-of-benue-will-be-given-to-herders-alia/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has pledged that no part of the state will be given to herders. This assurance was given during a statewide thank-you tour where Alia met with stakeholders from the Katsina-Ala/Ukum/Logo and Kwande/Ushongo Jechira federal constituencies. Alia reiterated his commitment to protecting the ancestral lands, ensuring the safety of lives and property, and collaborating with traditional rulers to foster peace and sustainable development. He highlighted the establishment of the Nigerian Army 5 Division in Benue as a significant step forward in improving security. The governor also thanked President Bola Tinubu for measures aimed at reinforcing the state's security architecture. In Sankera, Alia engaged traditional rulers, religious leaders, political actors, and community representatives to promote peace and address community concerns, including the rehabilitation of waterworks and greater consideration in government appointments. In Kwande, he emphasized unity and collaboration, praising traditional rulers and religious leaders for their roles in peacebuilding. At a town hall meeting with political stakeholders, Alia urged them to prioritize the state's collective interest over individual political differences. Former Governor Gabriel Suswam praised the current administration's performance, particularly infrastructure projects, and stressed the importance of unity and cooperation. APC State Chairman Benjamin Omale encouraged stakeholders to sustain their support as the 2027 elections approach, while APC chieftain Moses Ternenge pledged backing for Alia, Tinubu, and the party's candidates.",
  "summary": "Benue State governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has assured residents that his administration will not allow any portion of the state’s territory to be taken over or surrendered to herders. Alia gave the assurance on Monday while speaking with stakeholders from the Katsina-Ala/Ukum/Logo and Kwande/Ushongo Jechira federal constituencies during his statewide thank-you tour. The governor said his […]…",
  "key_points": [
    "No Benue land will be given to herders.",
    "Governor Alia committed to protecting ancestral lands and fostering peace.",
    "Nigerian Army 5 Division established in Benue for improved security."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}