Gbenda Terver, Senior Special Assistant to Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia on Youth Organisations, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will win all major elections in Benue South Senatorial District, also known as Zone C, in 2027. Terver made this declaration while addressing supporters, emphasizing that the APC will take the senatorial seat, all House of Representatives constituencies, and state House of Assembly seats in the zone. He attributed his confidence to the performance of the APC-led administrations of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Hyacinth Alia.
Terver predicted victories for several APC candidates across Benue South, including Francis Ottah, Blessing Onuh, Ojotu Ojema, and Anthony Agom. He declared that the APC would win across the wards, council areas, and local government areas in Zone C, sweeping all House of Representatives seats and House of Assembly members in the zone. According to Terver, the APC's anticipated success is due to the party's achievements under Tinubu and Alia's leadership.
The governor's aide called on youths in Benue South to support and defend Alia, arguing that many people from the zone had benefited from appointments and opportunities under the Tinubu administration. He urged them to reciprocate the government's gestures by defending the party in the upcoming elections. Terver's statement comes amid growing political tensions over the APC's prospects in Benue South ahead of the 2027 elections.
Terver's confidence in the APC's chances is rooted in the party's past performance and its current leadership. He emphasized that the party has been doing well under Tinubu and Alia, which he believes will translate to victory in the 2027 elections. The aide's statement has sparked reactions from various quarters, with many analyzing the implications of his claims for the region's politics.
The APC's dominance in Benue South, if achieved, would be a significant boost to the party's national profile. The zone is a critical part of Benue State, and winning all major elections there would demonstrate the party's strong grassroots support. However, opposition parties are likely to challenge the APC's claims, setting the stage for a potentially heated election campaign.
Terver's declaration has also sparked debate about the role of youth in Nigerian politics. As a youth leader, he has taken a prominent stance on the party's prospects, which could influence the voting behavior of young people in the region. His statement highlights the importance of youth engagement in shaping the country's political landscape.
The 2027 elections will be a crucial test for the APC and other parties in Benue State. With Terver's bold claims about the APC's chances, attention is already shifting to the region as a key battleground in the upcoming elections. The outcome will depend on various factors, including the parties' campaign strategies, candidate profiles, and voter engagement.
Key points
- APC will dominate Benue South Senatorial District in 2027 elections, according to Gbenda Terver.
