Youth O'clock

22/03/2025

THE YOUTH O'CLOCK NARRATIVE (XXVI)

Creation begins with the words we speak. Every thought and every action is shaped by the language we choose. As prospective change making leaders, we are not just individuals but architects of the worlds around us. It is through the words we utter that we fashion the lives we lead, the strength of our families, and the unity of our communities.

Let us, therefore, be intentional in our speech. Speak life, speak success, and speak leadership. Our words hold the power to build bridges, inspire greatness, and lay the foundation for progress. In every moment, let us embrace the opportunity to lead with purpose, with vision, and with impact.

As we enter this weekend, I encourage you to speak success into your own life and the lives of those around you. Let your words shape the future, reflect your highest aspirations, and guide your actions toward greatness.

Take this time to reflect on your role as a leader, and remember that your voice is a powerful tool for transformation. Have your way in the place of leadership and continue to inspire others to do the same.

Wishing you all a productive and fulfilling weekend.

07/03/2025

As we step into the weekend, I encourage us all to take a moment to reflect, recharge, and prepare for the week ahead. Let’s use this time to strengthen family bonds, support one another, and contribute positively to our communities, make sure to create a difference in your local place of leadership, change the narrative you have always wanted there.

Remember, progress starts with each of us, through kindness, hard work, and unity. Let’s continue to uphold peace, responsibility, and the spirit of togetherness that defines us. The create that change now.

Wishing you all a restful and productive weekend!

05/03/2025

The world needs leaders who are bold, visionary, and selfless. Leadership is not a position, it is a responsibility. Wherever you find yourself today, lead with excellence. Serve with integrity. Inspire those around you. Together, we can create the future we dream of.

Great leaders do not wait for change, they become the change. This is the postulation of this administration, you are called upon to take this charge and cause an effect within your place of dominance. Together, let us clean up the grass roots. Will you rise to the challenge?

05/03/2025

There is a popular saying that change begins with you and me. As we journey together in building a better future for our people, it is important to understand that the transformation we desire starts right from our immediate environment, our homes, our businesses, our communities, and indeed, our positions of leadership, no matter how small.

Too often, we see people who neglect their own leadership roles, even in the smallest capacities, like leading a local market association or a community gathering, yet they are the loudest in criticizing the government. While constructive criticism is necessary for growth, it must be backed by the right intentions, aimed at fostering real change, not just blame. It is not enough to complain; we must all take responsibility and lead by example in our respective roles.

I charge the youths of Tarka Local Government to embrace a mindset of transparency, accountability, and support for every leader with a genuine vision for progress. My administration is building upon the foundation laid by notable past leaders who chose the path of progress. Now, we must take the next step towards an era of transformation. Let us be productive, let us be resilient, and let us work together to drive real development.

I assure you that better days are ahead. With the continued support of our visionary State Governor, His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, my administration will remain committed to delivering good governance, impactful projects, and sustainable development for our people.

Thank you for your trust and commitment to a greater Tarka. That tomorrow we always talked about is finally here, if we all put forth the right attitude!

01/03/2025

THE YOUTH O’CLOCK NARRATIVE [XXI]

Today, we recognize the brilliance, creativity, and vision of young minds who have engaged in a vital conversation about sports as a tool for economic empowerment.

The online competition was not just about winning but about shaping ideas that can transform our communities. Each participant has contributed valuable insights, proving that the solutions we seek are within us.

After a competitive selection process based on originality, depth, and practicality, we are proud to announce the top 8 winners of this challenge:
1. Charcoal Isaac – ₦20,000 for an outstanding perspective on sports as a transformative tool for job creation.
2. Grèãt Ñëss Zhir – ₦16,000 for a compelling argument on sports entrepreneurship.
3. Kelvin Atule – ₦14,000 for innovative strategies linking sports to economic growth.
4. Asongo John Sughnen – ₦12,000 for insightful recommendations on sports infrastructure.
5. Gwaza Aposu – ₦10,000 for a well-structured case on sports as an employment hub.
6. Mathew Zaliyian Ikyausu – ₦8,000 for a strong analysis of sports and youth engagement.
7. Queen Ngukuran Amashegh – ₦6,000 for highlighting the role of women in sports-driven economies.
8. Isaac Tersuu Iortim – ₦4,000 for a practical approach to grassroots sports development, dm your aza.

Congratulations to all the winners! Your voices matter, and your ideas will inspire further conversations and actions. Thank you to everyone who participated—this is just the beginning

Expect an even better and more exciting engagement with lots of prizes in the coming days.

Happy New Month. Smiles.

25/02/2025

THE YOUTH O’CLOCK NARRATIVE [XX]

The Power and Price of Hope in Benue Politics is Weaponized. Deliberately. This is so sad, and our electorates deserve to know this evil art. As it is well crafted and engineered to turn the people’s minds against the only government in recent history—working for the common good of the state.

Hope is a powerful force—it keeps people going in times of suffering, fuels endurance in the face of evil, and sustains belief in a better tomorrow. But in Benue politics, hope has become more than just a virtue; it is now a currency, traded by those in power to maintain control.

For too long, our people have suffered, with hope dangled before them as a reward—promises of roads, schools, hospitals, and security, always just beyond reach. They have endured oppression, believing that patience will bring justice, that tomorrow will be different, that the next leader will bring change.

But as hope is weaponized, we must ask: Who truly benefits? When hope is used to pacify rather than empower, to silence rather than inspire, it ceases to be hope—it becomes a tool of manipulation.

And before now, the progress of Benue state have been fantastically manipulated.

Beyond this narrative, only our administration has truly gone beyond mere promises to real action—in the payment of salaries, in tangible infrastructure, in real governance. And Tarka LGA under my watch is not left out.

Instead of cheap talk, I am consciously choosing hard work in the field every day. And that is the loudest I can ever speak against the manipulative psychology out there—projects! I will give my people projects upon projects!

Enough of the political mind games. Baiting hope for people’s minds like the fisherman’s hook to fish is the greatest evil to humanity. We all know how it has always ended. Benue politics has really suffered our people, over and over again—for years and still counting? No! My people, it’s time for action. Choose liberty, choose progress.

Political organisation

25/12/2024

Dear Good People of Tarka Local Government,

As the season of Christmas surrounds us with its warmth and joy, I, Hon. Raphael Aondoaseer Yenge, on behalf of the entire leadership of Tarka Local Government, extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to The Executive Governor of Benue State Rev Fr Dr Hyacinth Iormem Alia and the wonderful people of Benue at Large.

Christmas is a time of love, hope, and togetherness. It reminds us of the values of peace, generosity, and the power of unity that bind us as a community. As we celebrate the birth of Christ, let us reflect on His teachings of kindness and compassion, reaching out to those in need and sharing the joy of the season with one another.

This year has been one of challenges and progress, and I deeply appreciate your unwavering support and dedication to the growth and development of our beloved Tarka. Together, we are building a brighter and stronger future for our people.

As we gather with family and friends, let us also pray for continued peace, good health, and prosperity in our land. May the spirit of Christmas bring you and your loved ones boundless happiness and hope for a fulfilling new year ahead.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

With warm regards,
Hon. Raphael Aondoaseer Yenge
Executive Chairman,
Tarka Local Government Area, Benue State

27/10/2024

James Ornguga, Happy Birthday!

18/10/2024

Rural Electrification has permanent space in Tarka Local Government; This is Just the beginning.

Rural Electrification is a necessity and the Great people of Tarka Local won't be left out.
I took time to inspect a 500kva transformer to be installed at the Zongo part of Tarka Local Government Area in Benue State. This is to make sure it is in perfect working condition and also encourage productivity in the working class alongside the youth who need electricity to work in various fields. Rural Electrification is one aspect I strongly assure the good people of Tarka that they won't be left behind.

I want to take out time to also, appreciate Engr. Bem Kumaga Dajo for his immense dedication to the success of this agenda.

It's Youth O'clock and the leadership will flow with a difference.