Alia Dissolves Lobi Stars Board, Management

From Dooshima Terkura, Makurdi

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has approved the immediate dissolution of the Board and Management of the state-owned Lobi Stars Football Club, Makurdi.

This was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Tersoo Kula, and made available to newsmen in Makurdi.

According to the statement, the move is part of the government’s efforts to reposition the club for greater efficiency, accountability, and improved performance in the Nigeria Premier Football League and other competitions.

Governor Alia directed all members of the dissolved management team to hand over official documents, assets, and responsibilities to the Commissioner for Youth, Sports, and Creativity without delay.

He appreciated the outgoing board and management for their service to the club and the state, assuring that a new management structure will soon be unveiled to steer Lobi Stars toward greater growth and competitiveness.

The Governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sports development as a key driver of youth engagement, talent discovery, and social cohesion in Benue State.