Hon. Omale Omale’s Selfish Ambition is Plunging Apa into Crisis
Hon. Omale Omale’s Selfish Ambition is Plunging Apa into Crisis
Apa Local Government is under siege—not by external enemies, but by the unchecked desperation of one man: Hon. Omale Omale. His reckless pursuit of power has overshadowed the urgent needs of the people, leaving Apa in a state of turmoil and neglect.
Hon. Omale Omale’s political scheming is not just about seeking influence; it is a ruthless game of self-enrichment at the cost of his constituents’ well-being. While his people are terrorized by rampant violence, rape, and the destruction of farmlands by Fulani herdsmen, he has abandoned his duty as Commissioner for Power, Renewable Energy, and Transport to chase loftier ambitions. From lobbying to become the Benue APC State Party Chairman, to angling for the Attorney General/Commissioner for Justice position, and even eyeing a House of Representatives seat in 2027, his self-centered focus is a betrayal of those he swore to serve.
The Failure of Leadership in Power and Energy
As the Commissioner for Power, Renewable Energy, and Transport, his record is abysmal. His own community experiences electricity for less than an hour every three days. Instead of working to improve infrastructure and service delivery, he is consumed by factional politics, notably creating the APC Strategic Team—a divisive tool for suppressing political rivals rather than addressing the suffering of Apa’s people.
A Local Government Hijacked by One Clan
Beyond his failures in governance, Omale Omale has orchestrated a blatant power grab, concentrating key government positions in his Iga Ward while the rest of Apa is sidelined. In a local government with 11 wards, he has ensured that top positions are exclusively occupied by his kinsmen:
- Commissioner for Energy and Transportation – From Iga Ward
- Local Government Council Vice Chairman – From Iga Ward
- Governor’s Liaison Officer – From Iga Ward
- Apa Local Government Commander (New Security Outfit) – From Iga Ward (causing serious controversy)
- Supervisor for Health, Agriculture, and Education – From Iga Ward
- Supervisor for Agriculture – From Iga Ward
- Supervisor for Education – From Iga Ward
- Chairperson, NULGE Apa LG Chapter – From Iga Ward
This brazen nepotism has alienated other communities in Apa, deepening divisions and breeding resentment among stakeholders who had once worked for unity and development.
Desperate Bid for Attorney General Position
Omale Omale’s thirst for power reached new heights when Hon. Fidelis Mnyim, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of Benue State, was suspended in late 2024. Instead of focusing on his existing responsibilities, Omale shamelessly lobbied from office to office in Makurdi, seeking to grab the Attorney General position for himself. His relentless ambition demonstrates that he is not content with one portfolio—he wants total dominance.
The Betrayal of Apa’s Future
Hon. Omale Omale’s selfishness and clannish control of Apa have not gone unnoticed. The people are watching as he prioritizes political patronage over community welfare, personal ambition over good governance, and nepotism over fairness.
His actions have not only damaged Apa’s political integrity but have also hindered development by blocking competent individuals from leadership roles. If Apa is to move forward, its people must reject this destructive brand of politics and demand accountability.
The Time for Change is Now
The people of Apa must rise against this injustice and call for leadership that prioritizes progress over personal gain. Hon. Omale Omale has a choice—either realign his focus to serve the collective good or step aside before he completely destroys the fabric of Apa’s governance.
The future of Apa Local Government depends on leaders who champion integrity, fairness, and the true well-being of all citizens—not just one clan.
