Bulus Adam
The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has postponed its much-anticipated December Stakeholders Conference scheduled to hold from December 10 to 12, 2025, in Akwanga, Nasarawa State.
The Forum, founded in 1947 as the umbrella body for the diverse peoples of the Middle Belt, disclosed that the decision followed “unforeseen developments” requiring resolution before the regional gathering can proceed. The event was to be hosted at Kini Country Guest Inn.
The conference was expected to bring together leaders, civil society groups, and community representatives from across the Middle Belt—a region encompassing the autochthonous ethnic nationalities of the former Northern Region who did not belong to the Sokoto or Borno Caliphates before colonial rule. These include indigenous groups from Southern Kebbi, Southern Kaduna, Southern Borno, Southern Bauchi, and communities across Gombe, Kwara, Kogi, Nasarawa, Benue, Plateau, Taraba, Niger States and the Federal Capital Territory.
In a statement issued Sunday and signed by the Chairman of the Central Organising Committee (CPC), Barrister Dan Ejembi, on behalf of MBF President Dr. Pogu Bitrus, the Forum expressed regret over the development.
“Any inconveniences caused by this unfortunate development are deeply regretted,” the notice read, assuring that a new date would be announced soon.
The MBF stressed that it remains committed to strengthening unity and building a coherent agenda for the region, adding that consultations with stakeholders will continue.
The statement was signed by the Forum’s spokesman, Luka Binniyat.
Middle-Belt Times 