Benue Youth For a Positive Future - BYPF

18/06/2025

Benue Deserves Better: A Plea for Peace and Protection

HON. MSOO LLEWELLYN GHASARAH on THE KILLINGS IN YELWATA (BENUE STATE)
July 17, 2025

Fellow citizens of Benue, members of the press, and esteemed stakeholders,
I stand before you today not only as a former APC gubernatorial aspirant but also as a son of this land, a brother to those who mourn, and a voice for the voiceless whose lives were brutally taken in Yelwata.
On July 14, 2025, our beloved community of Yelwata was plunged into terror and mourning due to violent attacks allegedly carried out by perpetrators. These attacks claimed innocent lives, razed homes, and spread a wave of grief and trauma that words alone cannot describe. The horrific scenes that unfolded – bodies of our people lifeless, families wailing in anguish, and fear etched into the eyes of every survivor – are shocking.
This is not the first time we have faced such cruelty. The soil of Benue has soaked too much blood – blood of farmers, mothers, fathers, and children. We cannot continue like this. I condemn, in the strongest terms, this heinous attack and every form of violence against our people. The impunity with which these acts are carried out must come to an end. Our communities deserve peace, our people deserve justice, and our state deserves protection.
To the Governor, while we acknowledge your consistent calls for federal intervention, we urge you to take stronger action. The time for words is over; this is the time for decisive action. As the elected leader, protecting lives and property must remain your foremost priority.
To the Federal Government, your silence and inaction are deafening. The people of Benue are citizens of Nigeria and must not be treated as expendable. We call for:
- Immediate deployment of security operatives to vulnerable areas
- Forensic investigation and arrest of the perpetrators
- Adequate compensation and humanitarian support for displaced persons

I urge all stakeholders, including religious leaders, traditional rulers, and community groups, to put aside differences and work together to safeguard our community's well-being. True peace can only be achieved when justice is upheld, and it is our collective responsibility to ensure that both peace and justice prevail.
In addition I urge every young person in Benue to stay calm but vigilant while remaining lawful, to channel our pain into purposeful action, and to honor the dead.
"To the young people of Benue, I say: let us remain steadfast, vigilant, and committed to the rule of law. Let us transform our grief into a catalyst for positive change and honor the memory of those we have lost by working tirelessly towards a brighter future for our state."

May the souls of those lost in Yelwata rest in peace.
God bless Benue State.
Thank you.

Hon. Llewellyn Lord Ghasarah Msoo

26/01/2025

The New Times (TNT) is back online, bigger and better, Chairman/Managing Director of The New Times and Press International, Prof Kohol Iornem says in a statement.

From Benue's famous community tabloid, TNT has been repositioned as a global media platform, built on its cherished tradition that TRUTH IS BETTER THAN SILVER AND GOLD.

Prof Kohol Iornem says, TNT remains committed to upholding the tenets of true journalism: Truth, accuracy and objectivity.

While encouraging journalists to be professional and intentional in the exercise of their duties, Prof Kohol Iornem says TNT will continue to strive for excellence in informing, educating and promoting public opinion.

According to Prof Kohol Iornem, the company's management has assembled a team of committed journalists for accurate news, analysis and features, for the reading pleasure of its readers, timeously delivered by their trusted news source: TNT.

19/01/2025

Here's another attempt at a Happy Sunday message in Nigerian Pidgin:

"Wetin dey happen, my Benue pipo?!

Happy Sunday to una! Make today bring una joy, peace and blessings from above. Make our community dey flourish and make God bless our land with prosperity and love.

One love, Benue!"

I am Benue

09/01/2025

Introducing the Idea Box: Empowering Benue Youths!!

Benue Youth for a Positive Future (BYPF) launches the Idea Box, a platform for sharing transformative ideas and opportunities. Our goal is to foster a community where Benue leaders/elders and the young people we engage in meaningful discussions on youth empowerment, development, and societal basic needs.

We want us to shift from motivational quotes to actionable words that drive positive impact. Share messages and information that can provoke positive ventures in the lives of Benue youths.

Share Your Ideas and Opportunities

Job openings in healthcare, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and more
Business connections with foreign opportunities etc.
Skill development through training, mentorship, or workshops
Entrepreneurship support with startup packages or funding opportunities, thus we have many young innovators without sponsorship.
Entertainment support for local talent in music, art, and other creative fields.

Let's Make Benue Better

Everyone deserves happiness, and it's time to empower Benue youths in various categories of entrepreneurship. This isn't a task for the government alone; anyone can contribute and make a difference.

Join us in creating a brighter future for Benue youths.
Share your ideas, opportunities, and support, and let's work together to Make Benue Better and Keep Benue Better.

20/10/2024

Uke vea hemba Se gbem.

Kano state Government on it again.

The second set of 500 sponsored students (Undergraduate and Masters) yesterday departed for Mumbai via Lagos, on a chartered flight today.

Other students will also depart through subsequent flights for their destinations.

Competing with such Youths in few years in Labour market will be a challenge, the CV alone will give you fever.
We shall get there someday.

10/09/2024

PRESS STATEMENT

GOV. ALIA APPOINTS ABER, SERUMUN DEBORAH AS NEW SSG

-as Prof. Alakali resigns

Tuesday, September 10th, 2024

Governor Hyacinth Alia has approved the appointment of Barr. Aber Serumun Deborah as Secretary to the State Government (SSG).

The appointment follows the resignation of the former SSG, Prof. Joseph Alakali.

Alakali submitted his letter of resignation yesterday, stating that he needed time to address personal challenges.

In accepting the resignation, Gov. Alia expressed gratitude to Prof. Alakali for serving the state under his administration for a year and three months.

He wishes him well and prays that the Almighty grants the former SSG the strength to tackle the many challenges he has chosen to address.

Meanwhile, the new SSG, Barr. Aber, is a seasoned solicitor and arbitrator with a strong sense of initiative and excellent analytical skills. She is a team player with good interpersonal skills who always strives for excellence and aims to contribute positively to the success and growth of an organization. She aspires to work in a reputable and challenging environment that encourages professionalism.

Barr. Aber is a graduate of the University of Jos and Nasarawa State University.

Governor Alia believes that with her wealth of experience and trustworthy record of service, Barr. Aber will add significant value to his government.

He charges her to remain focused and align her work with the vision of the administration as outlined in the working document.

He urged her to always prioritize the interests of the state in her day-to-day official functions.

The appointment takes immediate effect.

Sir Tersoo Kula, MNIPR
Chief Press Secretary.

16/08/2024

David Iornem @75

Veteran educationist and third republic Senator , Prof David Iornem has marked 75th year birth anniversary in Gboko amidst warm felicitations, well-wishes and prayers from family members , friends and associates both at home and in the diaspora who variously described him as an astute administrator , mentor , teacher and selfless politician whose selfless service to humanity and contribution to national development over the years remain invaluable.

As part of activities marking his75th birthday ceremony, Prof David Iornem led his family members and associates to the Mbayion Commnity where the newly constructed expansive CommonWealth College of Technology is located in Gboko local government area, Benue State, aimed at advancing science and technology education , as well as adult literacy education.

Various Speakers including, the Traditional rulers led by Zaki Avande Nongo , the clergy , community leaders , women and the youth at the event variously extolled Prof David Iornem's exceptional leadership and mentorship qualities, and his passion for education development, acknowledged the lasting educational legacy sited in their community as a rare gift for the benefit and future of their children and the Community at large .

Prof David Iornem said , his passion and vision is to encourage massive access to education , where parents can enrol their wards on tuition free basis at first enrolment in the College , even as he expressed gratitude to God Whose love, guidance and mercies upon his life is remarkable.

Son to the Celebrant and notable United Kingdom based humanitarian, Prof Kohol Shadrach Iornem, describes his father David as a profound mentor who has shaped his life impactfully into becoming a reckoned academic , promising to compliment the educational efforts of his father by donating ICT based learning facilities to the Commnity institution .

Prof David Iornem is a management consultant , author of international standing , management trainer, and politician who became a young prominent public figure during the late Governor Aper Aku administration between 1979-1983. He was elected Senator for Benue North -East Zone during the 3rd Republic.

-By Akosu Emmanuel Lubem
16th Aug 2024.

Dr Kohol Iornem

15/08/2024

04/08/2024

Public notice

PRESS RELEASE

Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has established a help desk with the following contact details:

1. Parents and Students Help Line: 07032456848
2. Teachers Help Line: 08080917184
3. General Purpose Help Line on Basic Education: 07082505052

Operating hours are from 8:00 AM to 1pm and
2pm -3:30 PM on workdays.

The general public is encouraged to utilize these helplines for enquiries and feedback during the specified operating hours.

Akese Emmanuella
Information Officer
Benue SUBEB