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Gov Alia celebrates Nentawe at 57

He said that Mr Yilwatda had exhibited an unwavering dedication, visionary leadership, and an unflinching commitment to the strategic advancement of the country.

• August 9, 2025
Gov. Hyacinth Alia and Nentawe Yilwatda
Gov. Hyacinth Alia and Nentawe Yilwatda

Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue has congratulated Nentawe Yilwatda, the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on the occasion of his 57th birthday anniversary.

Tersoo Kula, the chief press secretary to Mr Alia, stated this in a statement on Friday in Makurdi.

The governor said in the congratulatory message that Mr Yilwatda had exhibited an unwavering dedication, visionary leadership, and an unflinching commitment to the strategic advancement of the country.

He described the former minister of humanitarian affairs, disaster management and social development’s passion for the continued growth and unity of Nigeria as both inspiring and exemplary.

Mr Alia prayed God to grant Mr Nentawe more years in good health and grant him more wisdom as he piloted the affairs of the ruling APC.

(NAN)

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