Benue Gov Alia dissolves Lobi Stars FC board, management

Governor Hyacinth Alia has approved the dissolution of the Board and Management of the Benue State-owned Lobi Stars FC, Makurdi.

A statement issued on Thursday by the governor’s media aide, Tersoo Kula, said the “dissolution is with immediate effect”.

According to the statement, the governor’s decision is aimed at repositioning the club for greater efficiency, accountability and better performance in both the Nigeria Premier Football League and other competitions.

Alia further directed that all members of the dissolved management should hand over all official documents, assets and responsibilities to the Commissioner for Youth, Sports and Creativity with immediate effect.

The governor expressed appreciation to the outgoing board and management for their services to the club and the state, and assured that a new management structure will soon be announced to drive the next phase of Lobi Stars’ growth and competitiveness.

He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sports development as a vital tool for youth engagement, talent discovery, and social cohesion in Benue State.