July 9 (THEWILL) — Benue State Governor, Rev. Father Hyacinth Alia, asserted that President Bola Tinubu’s courage and political will regarding economic reforms are effectively repositioning Nigeria’s economy for long-term sustainability.
The governor made this statement on Wednesday during a press conference at the State House Press Gallery, which was themed “The Impact of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Economic Reforms on Benue State.”
Alia praised the Tinubu administration for its consistent partnership with subnational governments in implementing its reform agenda.
He noted that Benue State, like other regions, has experienced improved fiscal inflows that have enhanced the state’s capacity to revive its economy, execute development projects, and meet critical obligations.
He explained that his administration has prudently allocated available resources toward essential infrastructure, security support, education, healthcare, agriculture, and rural development.
He highlighted ongoing projects such as road construction, rehabilitation, urban renewal, and other key initiatives across the state.
The governor emphasized that the increased revenue has provided Benue with a greater opportunity to address long-standing infrastructural deficits.
He cited examples of industries being revived and new enterprises being established, including Food Basket Breweries, Bensono Juice and Concentrate Factory, and noted that Taraku Mills Ltd is also in the process of revival.
According to the governor, the improved revenue has strengthened his government’s ability to meet salary obligations and address the welfare concerns of workers.
He mentioned ongoing efforts to clear inherited liabilities and improve conditions for civil servants and pensioners.
On security matters, he acknowledged Tinubu’s responsiveness to the state’s needs, stating that the additional resources have enabled Benue to better support security agencies with logistics, mobility, and intelligence gathering.
