The Stakeholders led by Col. Edwin Jando (rtd.)  appreciated the leader of North Central Nigeria on his style of leadership which had endeared all to him.

The Stakeholders also prayed God grant the Honourable Minister long life, perfect health and success in his duties and responsibilities and encouraged him to do more for Sankera Zone, Benue and Nigeria at large. 

In response, Senator Akume welcomed The Sankera Stakeholders and acknowledged their show of solidarity and support. He also praised their hardwork and commitment in striving against all odds for the growth and strengthening of The Party in the Sankera Zone and in Bebue State.

Among those present were: Col Edwin Jando (rtd.), Rt Hon Emmanuel Memga Udende, Hon. Prince Solomon Wombo, Rt. Hon Paul Biam, Hon. Mrs Elizabeth Shuluwa, Hon. Benjamin Ashaver, Hon. Jacob Orban, Hon. Martins Agir, Hon. Avaan Augustine, Hon. Gbugho Amokaha Donald, Hon. Kachinah Solomon, Hon. Dickson Orlu Pawa, Prince Simon Gondo, Chief. Vangerbee Uhamber, Barr. Terlumun Tombuwua, Barr. Vangerbee Uhamber, Hon. Chris Usombu, Hon. Azenda Denen, Hon. Martins Ujoh, Elder John Ashe,and seveal others.

The Honourable Minister, while exhorting the Stakeholders to be vigilante in identifyng and repelling bad eggs within their folds, also promised to work cordially with The Sankera people so as to establish permanent peace, bring more development in the area and improve the lives of The citizens.