By Henry Ibya, Makurdi
Benue State Governor, Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia, has stated that with the continued support of everyone in the state, his administration is on course to build a Benue that is peaceful, prosperous, and assured that his government remodel the state to become a hub of good governance in Nigeria.
Governor Alia who gave the assurance, Tuesday, during a live broadcast at Government House in Makurdi, to commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day Anniversary, equally thanked the people for their resilience and for living peacefully.
According to the Governor, his administration has aligned this year’s celebration with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), where the government has already made strides in areas such as poverty reduction, zero hunger, quality education, and decent work, adding that all these efforts are aimed at empowering every citizen of the state, to enable them to become productive and contribute to the development of the state.
He also highlighted the massive infrastructural projects in the state that are connecting communities for improved living standards and economic activities, the empowerment of farmers with necessary inputs, security collaborations with federal agencies, and investments in peace-building efforts to integrate displaced persons into safe environments, adding that these are some of the areas where his administration is making an impact for the state’s future.
The governor, however, called for patience, noting that most government policies take time to yield results and reiterated his administration’s focus and dedication to the well-being of every citizen.
Regarding the forthcoming local government council elections in the state, scheduled for Saturday, October 5, 2024, the governor urged every eligible citizen of Benue to go out in large numbers and vote for APC candidates for progress, development, and continued good governance under the APC-led government.