The FRSC attributed the accident to overloading, speed violation and head-on-collision.
The suspects were sentenced to between six weeks and six months imprisonment each with option of fine of between N5,000 and N50,000.
The prosecutor told the court that the convicts were transacting businesses during the state’s environmental sanitation exercise, against the law.
Mr Akume said with the successful conduct of the Benue APC congress, all was set to take over power in Benue.
They were sentenced to six months imprisonment.
The state is collaborating with traditional and religious leaders to educate residents on the need to maintain good hygiene standards.
He was arrested along with one Garba Audu who equally claimed to be a member of the Civilian Joint Task Force.
