........𝒂𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒄𝒖𝒓𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒂𝒅𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝒅𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝒕𝒐 100 𝒅𝒂𝒚𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝒐𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆  By Iyke Mba 30/08/2023 Senator George Akume is a prominent and respected Nigerian politician who has made significant contributions to the development and growth of the nation.  Born on December 27, 1953, in Wannune, Tarka Local Government Area of Benue State, Akume obtained his Bachelor's degree in Sociology and Anthropology from the University of Ibadan. Akume's political career began in 1998 when he was elected as the Governor of Benue State under the platform of the People's Democratic Party (PDP).  During his tenure as governor, he implemented various policies and initiatives aimed at improving the welfare and well-being of the people of Benue State.  He prioritized education, agriculture, and infrastructure development, which helped in transforming the state and improving the lives of its residents. One of Akume's notable achievements as gover