Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has approved the dissolution of the board and management of Lobi Stars FC of Makurdi, following the club’s relegation from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after a 27-year stay.
The announcement was made in a statement issued on Thursday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Kula Tersoo, and made available to journalists in Makurdi.
According to the statement, the dissolution takes effect immediately and is aimed at repositioning the club for greater efficiency, accountability, and improved performance in future competitions.
Governor Alia also directed that all members of the dissolved management team hand over all official documents, assets, and responsibilities to the Commissioner for Youth, Sports and Creativity without delay.
While appreciating the outgoing board and management for their service to the club and the state, the governor assured that a new management structure will soon be announced to spearhead Lobi Stars’ rebuilding process and restore the club’s competitiveness.
Governor Alia reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sports development as a vital platform for youth engagement, talent discovery, and social cohesion in Benue State.
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