Former Justice Minister and Attorney-General of the Federation Michael Aondoakaa (SAN) has counseled Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia to make amends with Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) George Akume.
When Aondoakaa appeared on Arise Television’s “Morning Show” on Tuesday, he made the appeal.
According to him, President Bola Tinubu has ordered both sides to put their swords down and work toward peace.
The former AGF stated, “The President has instructed the party to engage in a conciliation process over the disagreements between Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume and Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State.
“If he approaches Akume in compliance with the President’s order, I don’t see anything wrong with it, nor do I see it as disrespectful to the office of the Governor.”
His statement comes as the conflict between Alia and Akume intensified after the All Progressives Congress (APC) ward congress that was held throughout the state on Wednesday.
The conflict, which started soon after Alia took office in 2023, was believed to have divided party members into two groups.
The spouse of Gboko/Tarka Federal Constituency MP and Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Mrs. Regina Akume, has officially renewed her union with George Akume.
Despite public remarks about his family, she reportedly stated that she is still his wife.
In an emotional yet strong speech to the congregation during a New Year’s Mass, Mrs. Akume made the announcement on camera, emphasizing that her family is still one.
“I want to express to everyone my continued love for Mr. George (Akume).” “He’s my husband,” she declared.
As she talked, she pointed to family members seated in the congregation and said, “That is his son sitting there, and that is also his daughter.” She also mentioned their names.
The federal senator categorically denied rumors that she was married, saying that her marital status has not altered.
That is my hubby and that is my guy. The only husband I have is him. Worshippers applauded her when she said, “I don’t care what the world says.”
Using the opportunity, Mrs. Akume also talked about a recent medical issue, characterizing it as a trying time that tried her fortitude and faith.
She claims to have entirely recovered after receiving supernatural healing.
“I give thanks to God for healing me and restoring my health,” she remarked.
She further declared her belief in Christianity, calling God all-powerful and matchless.
“He is the Father Almighty.” “No one is like Him, and no power is greater than His power,” she said.
She went on to emphasize Christian views on redemption, saying, “No one can make a sacrifice greater than our Lord Jesus’ death on the cross.”
Her remarks coincide with an increase in public interest in the Akume family as a result of rumors that the SGF just married a second woman, a situation that has sparked intense debate in social and political circles.