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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has reacted to the death of former Military Administrator of Katsina State and ex-Senator, Chief Joseph Iorshagher Akaagerger.<\/p>\n

Akaagerger died on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at the age of 69.<\/p>\n

In a statement issued on Tuesday, May 20, Governor Alia described the late Akaagerger, a retired Lieutenant Colonel, as a patriotic and committed Nigerian who gave his best in service to both the nation and Benue State.<\/p>\n

He praised Akaagerger\u2019s distinguished career in public service, \u201cespecially his time as Senator representing Benue North-East Senatorial District (Zone A), where he was noted for his contributions to politics, business, community development and philanthropy.\u201d<\/p>\n

Governor Alia expressed sadness over the loss, noting that the state would miss Akaagerger\u2019s wise counsel, especially his role as an elder statesman and a key member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Elders Forum in Benue.<\/p>\n

He prayed for God\u2019s comfort for the bereaved family, associates, and the entire people of Benue State and Nigeria, encouraging them to find strength in the legacies the late senator left behind.<\/p>\n

The Governor also prayed for the peaceful repose of Senator Akaagerger\u2019s soul.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has reacted to the death of former Military Administrator of Katsina State and ex-Senator, Chief Joseph Iorshagher Akaagerger. Akaagerger died on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at the age of 69. 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