Office of the Executive Chairman Gwer-West LGA

11/04/2026

PRESS STATEMENT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WHEN GRIEF MUST NOT BREED FALSEHOOD
........ a call for responsible voices from Gwer-East youths

The recent wave of reactions across social media following the tragic and unprovoked killings of our brothers in Mbalom has been both emotional and, in many cases, dangerously misleading.

First and foremost, I pray for the repose of the souls of our departed brethren. May God grant them eternal rest and comfort the families they left behind.

Grief is powerful. It clouds judgment, stirs anger, and sometimes pushes people toward conclusions that are neither logical nor factual. History and human behavior have shown that in moments of pain, individuals may misdirect blame, even toward innocent neighbours or relatives. This is exactly why the emerging narrative accusing the Ihyarev people, particularly those from Gwer-West, of complicity in the Mbalom attack is not only false but deeply unfortunate.

Let us reason together.

Do Fulani herdsmen share territorial borders with Gwer-West? No.

Do they share bloodlines or kinship with the people of Gwer-West? No.

Are Gwer-West communities cohabiting or collaborating with these attackers? Absolutely not.

Has Gwer-West been spared from these atrocities? Far from it.

In truth, Gwer-West has endured years of relentless violence, villages sacked, ancestral lands forcefully occupied, innocent lives cut short, women violated, and families displaced. The only federal highway linking the area to the state capital has been intermittently cut off for years, suffocating economic and social life. These are not distant stories, they are lived realities spanning over a decade.

Yet, despite these shared pains, Gwer-West has not turned against its neighbours. Instead, there has been resilience, restraint, and a continued call for unity in the face of a common threat.

To our brothers and sisters, especially the young people of Gwer-East, this is a moment that demands responsibility, not recklessness. Social media is a powerful tool, but when used without verification or critical thinking, it becomes a weapon of division. Publishing unverified claims, driven by emotion rather than evidence, only deepens wounds and fractures the unity we desperately need.

Let us be clear, our enemy is not one another.
The real threat is the persistent violence that has plagued our communities for years.

We must reject narratives that divide us and instead strengthen collective resolve. Unity, truth, and informed voices are our strongest tools in confronting this menace.

As we mourn with the people of Gwer, let us also stand together, firm, focused, and united, against those who seek to destroy our land and our future.

Timothy Ajieje
Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to the Executive Chairman Gwer West Local Government Council
10th, April 2026

30/01/2026

GOVERNMENT SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

GWER-WEST JANUARY 2026 ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION EXERCISE

This is to inform the general public that the monthly environmental sanitation exercise for January 2026 will hold on Saturday, 31st January, 2026.

Residents are expected to clean their surroundings, cut grasses, clear drains, and natural waterways to allow the free flow of water.

They are hereby advised to evacuate refuse and other waste materials, especially from drainages and canals, to the nearest approved receptacles or dump sites, to prevent them from being washed back into the drains.

There will be restriction of movement between the hours of 7:00am and 10:00am.

The Council Chairman Hon Ormin Torsar Victor expresses appreciation to all communities in Gwer West for their continued mobilization, cooperation, and support.
Keeping our environment clean is a collective responsibility.

Let us join hands to make Gwer- West clean.

Timothy Ajieje ,
Media aide to the Executive Chairman, Gwer West LGA.

23/01/2026

Ormin Tema ka Ian yough!

24/11/2025

GWER-WEST APC MEGA DECAMPING CEREMONY: HON ORMIN REAFFIRMS UNWAVERING SUPPORT FOR GOVERNOR ALIA, WELCOMES NEW PARTY MEMBERS WITH HOPE AND UNITY

The ancient town of Naka came alive yesterday, 23rd November 2025, as the Gwer-west Local Government Area witnessed a historic political moment during the APC Mega Decamping Ceremony and Rally. The event recorded a massive turnout of party faithfuls, leaders, decampees and distinguished personalities from across Benue State.

In his heartfelt address, the Executive Chairman of Gwer-west Local Government Council, Hon. Ormin Torsar Victor warmly greeted and honoured the Executive Governor of Benue State, His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, applauding his transformational leadership across the state. He also extended profound respect to the State Chairman of the APC, Chief Benjamin Omale and He celebrated Member APC elders advisory Council, Chief Goddy Ikerave,the Gwer West APC Leader/Land Survey and Solid minerals Commissioner, Hon.Rev Ikyaan Lanshima Fredrick and the Gwer West APC Lead Point-Man Prof Eugene Aliegba , describing them as “History-Making Members of the Gwer West APC and Benue State at large.

Hon. Ormin and all state government appointees from Gwer-West, the Gwer-West Legislative Council, his Executive Council members, the entire APC family and all decampees from the 15 council wards were at the occasion.

The Executive Chairman expressed profound appreciation to the Governor for his unmatched developmental strides, highlighting projects that have directly benefited Gwer-West, particularly on security of lives and properties, which led almost 14 out of the 15 council wards of the local Government which were displaced by the criminal herdsmen to have access to their ancestral homes, the ongoing contruction of Okokolo- Agagbe - Makurdi road the ongoing drilling of boreholes and rehabilitation of Naka water works for safe and clean water supply to Gwer West people, the desilting of Naka Earh Dam for multiplepurpose use, ongoing reconstruction of burnt secretariat, empowerment of youths and women amongs others. He also appreciated the plans by the Executive Governor for the awarding of contract for the contruction of Makurdi- Naka- Adoka road,. He described these interventions as “visible testimonies of a government that works for all.”

Hon. Ormin who spoke passionately noted that the Governor’s unwavering support for his administration has enabled him achieve more within one year in office. He cited the Governor’s sincere and proactive steps in tackling and permanently addressing the security challenges of the local government area.

Reaffirming the collective stand of the people, the Chairman declared that Tyoshin people remain 100% committed to Governor Alia, urging the Governor to remain focused and undistracted by individuals who rose to power through his Yes Father Movement but have since abandoned its ideals. He emphasized that “Tyoshin people know their true children, and this time the narrative will change. Those who have shown ingratitude will be recalled home for credible persons of integrity to take their rightful place.”

He assured all decampees of equal rights, equal opportunities, and full integration into the APC family, pledging that no one will feel sidelined under his leadership.

In their separate remarks, the Federal Commissioner at the Federal Character Commission,/ APC Lead Point-Man for Gwer West Prof Eugene Aliegba, APC Chieftain,/Member APC elders advisory committee Chief Goddy Ikerave and the Commissioner for Lands, Survey and Solid Minerals/APC Leader Gwer West LGA, Dr Frederick Lanshima Ikyaan all sued for unity and support for the Alia administration, adding that there was strength in unity. They appealed for collective determination devoid of internal differences for electoral victories for the party on the 2027 elections to be guaranteed.

The ceremony was graced by high-profile delegations from the state, prominent sons and daughters of Gwer-west, and thousands of enthusiastic party supporters who converged to celebrate unity, progress and a renewed political direction for the local government.

Timothy Ajieje
Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to the Executive Chairman Gwer West Local Government Council.

Monday 24th November,2025.

08/10/2025

HON. ORMIN APPRECIATES THE GWER WEST PEOPLE ON THE FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF HIS ELECTION

The Executive Chairman of Gwer west Local Government Area,Hon. Ormin Torsar Victor , has expressed his gratitude to the people of Gwer west on the first anniversary of his election victory in the chairmanship polls.

In a message of appreciation released by his Media, publicity and Strategy Special Assistant, Hon, Timothy Ajieje,Hon. Ormin said, “One year ago, you, our dear and resourceful people, rose in unison and accorded us a massive victory to continue the expansion and deepening of good and people-centric governance.

“Let me once again thank you for the faith and hope you invested in my capacity to steer the Ship of this great Land of Promise.

"We will continue to hold this sacred mandate in trust for you and do all that is necessary and proper to advance our growth and development.

“I thank you for your prayers and support for what we have been able to collectively achieve together so far

"We remain dedicated to ensuring that we take bold and innovative ideas to address the internal and external challenges facing our community.

"I enjoin you to keep believing and be hopeful. Together, we will reclaim what has been lost and successfully navigate the challenges ahead. God bless us all.”

Timothy Ajieje
Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to the Executive Chairman, Gwer west Local Government Area.
8TH, OCTOBER,2025

03/10/2025

BSNG, /IOM COMMENCE CONSTRUCTION OF TEMPORARY TENTS FOR GWER-WEST IDPS

Recall that last month, the International Organisation for Migration(IOM), in collaboration with the Benue State Emergency Management Agency(Benue SEMA), visited Naka to acquire land for the construction of temporary tents from the host community, Gwer-west, to build temporary shelters for the internally displaced persons living in the two camps in Naka, the headquarters of Gwer-west Local Government Area.

Today, the delegation from the State Emergency Management Agency and the International Organisation for Migration was received by the Executive Chairman of Gwer-west LGC, ably represented by the Deputy Chairman of the Council, Hon. Mrs Juliana Wasega, for the commencement of work at the site, which was acquired through the Executive Chairman of Gwer-west LGC,Hon Ormin Torsar Victor

This efforts is aimed at restoring hope to displaced population as well as ensuring that security of lives and property of IDPs in Gwer-west Local Government are protected under Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia's administration.

Timothy Ajieje
Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to the Executive Chairman Gwer-west LGC.
3rd .October.2025

02/10/2025

HAPPY NEW MONTH TO OUR VISIONARY LEADER, HON. ORMIN!

As we have step into October with hope and renewed purpose, I extend my heartfelt wishes to the indefatigable Executive Chairman and Chief Security Officer of Gwer West LGA, Hon. Ormin Torsar Victor .

Your exemplary leadership style, unwavering dedication, and commitment to the development of Gwer West inspire us all. In a short time, you have shown us that progress is achievable through unity, hard work, and a vision centered on the well-being of the people.

May this Month bring you strength, wisdom, and divine guidance to lead our beloved LGA to even greater heights. May peace, security, and prosperity reign in every corner of Gwer West under your watch.

Together, we will build the Gwer West of our dreams—a thriving community where every citizen can live, work, and prosper in harmony.

Happy New month , Sir! May the remaining months of the year be your most successful months in leadership.

Hon.Timothy Ajieje

02/10/2025