Tinubu’s economic reforms fuel Benue’s transformation — Alia

Governor Hyacinth Alia has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for demonstrating the courage and political will to undertake far‑reaching economic reforms aimed at repositioning Nigeria’s economy for long term sustainability, adding that this is fuelling Benue State’s transformation.

Governor Alia made the disclosure on Wednesday at the State House Press Gallery in Abuja during a news conference.

It was themed: “The Impact of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Economic Reforms on Benue State.”

Alia praised the Tinubu administration’s consistent partnership with subnational governments in implementing its reform agenda. 

He said Benue State, like other subnational entities, has seen 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 deployed available resources toward critical infrastructure, security support, education, healthcare, agriculture, and rural development, pointing to ongoing road construction, rehabilitation, urban renewal, and other key projects across the state.

The governor emphasised that increased revenue has given Benue State greater opportunity to tackle longstanding infrastructural deficits, including the resuscitation of moribund industries and the establishment of new ones. 

He cited Food Basket Breweries, Bensono Juice, and Concentrate Factory as examples of enterprises the administration has invested in, adding that Taraku Mills Limited is also undergoing revival.

Alia said improved revenue has strengthened his government’s ability to meet salary obligations and address workers’ welfare concerns, noting efforts to clear inherited liabilities and improve conditions for civil servants and pensioners.

On security, he acknowledged President Tinubu’s responsiveness to the state’s needs, saying the increased resources have enabled Benue State to better support security agencies with logistics, mobility, and intelligence gathering.

While reaffirming his administration’s commitment to accountability, value for money and prudent public‑resource management, Governor Alia called on residents to join him in building a stronger, safer, and more prosperous Benue State.