Tiv royal heritage · Tor Tiv IVAlfred Akawe Torkula
1991–2015
A long-serving paramount ruler who led the Tiv traditional institution for more than twenty-four years.
Born10 July 1944
OriginGuma LGA
Royal lineIchongo
Profile
Alfred Akawe Torkula was born in Guma Local Government Area and ascended the throne through the rotational principle known as ya na angbian.
As Tor Tiv IV, he also chaired the Benue State Council of Traditional Rulers and remained on the throne until his death in November 2015.
