I serve the people, not the leaders of Benue.—Governor Alia
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State says his government is concerned with giving good governance to the people, not just a few powerful figures.
He disclosed this while briefing State House media shortly after meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
He stated that he was in the State House to brief the President on Benue State affairs, namely the state’s security and ecological predicament.
Governor Hyacinth believes that the poor are the headquarters of democracy, and he was chosen to serve them rather than governmental power brokers.
“I serve the people. I’m not sure who the bigwigs are. We must sit in this seat with our consciences, which is why I take the crowd seriously. Being a servant leader makes the magic happen. I’ve been out there, and I know where it hurts them most. He went on: “They should take it easy on themselves and on the poor masses.”
He further stated that his government is focused on empowering the people of Benue State, particularly the youth.
He stated that the state government is sponsoring over 10,000 youths to China to learn digital skills.
We have sent a few young people to China to learn skills, with the goal of empowering and helping our kids. We have no cause to be food insecure. The insecurity that afflicted several LGAs slowed us somewhat, but we’ve regained momentum. “We are hiring 9,700 trained, educated teachers for our education sector by next week,” Governor Alia announced.
The governor of Benue State indicated that, while there have been a few conflicts in three local governments, there is generally peace throughout all 23.
He also stated that the state administration has implemented measures to lessen the impact of the projected flood ahead of the release of more water from Cameroon’s Lagdo Dam, while asking to the federal government for the dredging of the River Benue.
Governor Alia refuted charges that he is pushing candidates on voters ahead of Benue State’s local government elections on October 5.