Three APC youth leaders die in crash on way to zonal congress 

Three youth leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Ogbadibo Local Government Area of Benue State have died in  motor accident.

The tragic motor accident occurred when the trio were travelling to Lafia, Nasarawa State, to attend the party’s North Central Zonal Congress that was held in Lafia on Wednesday.

The fatal accident happened along the Makurdi–Lafia  highway.

The victims were identified as Anawo Benjamin of Orokam Ward lll, Ogbe Enemari of Ai-oono Ward lll, and Abraham Enenche of Olachagbaha Ward.

They were confirmed dead at the scene of the incidence, while several other members of the delegation sustained varying degrees of injury and are currently receiving treatment .

Reacting to the ugly incident, the APC Benue South Senatorial candidate in the 2023 general elections, Daniel Onjeh, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing it as a heartbreaking tragedy.

He noted that the deceased were committed grassroots politicians whose dedication and loyalty contributed significantly to the growth of the party.

Onjeh extended his condolences to the bereaved families and the APC family in Ogbadibo and Benue State, praying that God grants them the strength to bear the painful loss.

He also called for unity among party members during the difficult period and offered prayers for the speedy recovery of those injured.

Also, the Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District and Senate Minority Leader, Dr. Abba Moro, expressed condolences with the immediate families of the victims.

He explained that the incident was very traumatic and devastating, especially given that multiple lives were lost from the same local government area at once.

The senator also wished the injured a quick recovery.