Joseph Utyondusuwe Apev

Hon. Joseph Utyondusuwe Apev Keffi is the APC-elected Executive Chairman of Makurdi Local Government Area, Benue State, inaugurated in October 2024. Since taking office, he has had to manage security challenges, including violent clashes in urban wards. He has publicly condemned such events, ordered law enforcement action, and assured victims' families of accountability. While his educational background and full prior career remain less documented, his administration has shown visible responsiveness in crisis situations.