Alia Welcomes Shettima and Other Dignitaries to Benue State
Hosts Valedictory Session in Honor of Late Paul Unongo
By Isaac Uzaan
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, warmly welcomed Nigeria’s Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, to Benue State.
The Vice President visited the state to attend an Executive Valedictory Session held in honor of the late Wantaregh Paul Iorpuu Unongo. The event took place at the New Banquet Hall, Government House, Makurdi, and was graced by several prominent figures, including the Chairman of the Northern Governors' Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya; former Senate President, Bukola Saraki; Leader of the Northern Elders Forum, Prof. Ango Abdullahi; and former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Audu Ogbeh, among other top federal and state officials.
Speaking on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian government, Senator Shettima expressed heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Benue State on the loss of Wantaregh Paul Unongo. He described the late elder statesman as a symbol of unity, humility, and love. Shettima praised Unongo’s life as a testament to resilience and his unwavering belief in Nigeria's potential, noting that his legacy would serve as a guiding light for future generations.
Prof. Ango Abdullahi, representing the Northern Elders Forum, highlighted Unongo’s exemplary virtues of love and humility. He acknowledged his pivotal role in strengthening and advancing the Northern Elders Forum.
In their remarks, Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, and former Minister Audu Ogbeh also paid glowing tributes to the late Unongo, emphasizing his outstanding qualities. They extended their deepest condolences to his family and the people of Benue State.
Hosts Valedictory Session in Honor of Late Paul Unongo
By Isaac Uzaan
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, warmly welcomed Nigeria’s Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, to Benue State.
The Vice President visited the state to attend an Executive Valedictory Session held in honor of the late Wantaregh Paul Iorpuu Unongo. The event took place at the New Banquet Hall, Government House, Makurdi, and was graced by several prominent figures, including the Chairman of the Northern Governors' Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya; former Senate President, Bukola Saraki; Leader of the Northern Elders Forum, Prof. Ango Abdullahi; and former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Audu Ogbeh, among other top federal and state officials.
Speaking on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian government, Senator Shettima expressed heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Benue State on the loss of Wantaregh Paul Unongo. He described the late elder statesman as a symbol of unity, humility, and love. Shettima praised Unongo’s life as a testament to resilience and his unwavering belief in Nigeria's potential, noting that his legacy would serve as a guiding light for future generations.
Prof. Ango Abdullahi, representing the Northern Elders Forum, highlighted Unongo’s exemplary virtues of love and humility. He acknowledged his pivotal role in strengthening and advancing the Northern Elders Forum.
In their remarks, Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, and former Minister Audu Ogbeh also paid glowing tributes to the late Unongo, emphasizing his outstanding qualities. They extended their deepest condolences to his family and the people of Benue State.
Alia Welcomes Shettima and Other Dignitaries to Benue State
Hosts Valedictory Session in Honor of Late Paul Unongo
By Isaac Uzaan
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, warmly welcomed Nigeria’s Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, to Benue State.
The Vice President visited the state to attend an Executive Valedictory Session held in honor of the late Wantaregh Paul Iorpuu Unongo. The event took place at the New Banquet Hall, Government House, Makurdi, and was graced by several prominent figures, including the Chairman of the Northern Governors' Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya; former Senate President, Bukola Saraki; Leader of the Northern Elders Forum, Prof. Ango Abdullahi; and former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Audu Ogbeh, among other top federal and state officials.
Speaking on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian government, Senator Shettima expressed heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Benue State on the loss of Wantaregh Paul Unongo. He described the late elder statesman as a symbol of unity, humility, and love. Shettima praised Unongo’s life as a testament to resilience and his unwavering belief in Nigeria's potential, noting that his legacy would serve as a guiding light for future generations.
Prof. Ango Abdullahi, representing the Northern Elders Forum, highlighted Unongo’s exemplary virtues of love and humility. He acknowledged his pivotal role in strengthening and advancing the Northern Elders Forum.
In their remarks, Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, and former Minister Audu Ogbeh also paid glowing tributes to the late Unongo, emphasizing his outstanding qualities. They extended their deepest condolences to his family and the people of Benue State.
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