Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State emphasized that his administration is focused on providing good governance for the people, not catering to a select few who consider themselves political elites.
He made this statement while addressing State House Correspondents after meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Governor Alia explained that his visit was to update the President on the state’s affairs, particularly concerning security and ecological issues.
He further stated that the ordinary citizens are the true pillars of democracy, having elected him to serve them, not those who view themselves as power brokers in Benue State.
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“I serve the people. I don’t know who the bigwigs are. We must be in this seat with our consciences, and this is why I take the masses seriously. Being a servant leader makes the magic work. I have been out there; I know where it hurts them most. There should take it easy on themselves and on the poor masses,” he said.
He further revealed that his administration is prioritizing the empowerment of Benue State’s citizens, especially the youth.
He highlighted that over 10,000 young people are currently being trained in digital skills, and several others are being sponsored by the state government to China for skills acquisition programs.
“We have sent a few youths to China to acquire skills to ensure that our young people are empowered and gainfully power. We do not have any reason to have food insecurity. We were slowed down by the insecurity that infested some LGAs but we have picked up. We are hiring 9,700 trained educated teachers by next week into our education sector,” Governor Alia disclosed.
Regarding the security situation in Benue State, Governor Hyacinth Alia reported that relative peace prevails across all 23 local government areas, though a few skirmishes persist in three local governments.
He also noted that the state government has implemented preventive measures ahead of the anticipated release of water from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon, aiming to minimize the impact of potential flooding.
Additionally, he appealed to the Federal Government to prioritize the dredging of the River Benue.
Governor Alia dismissed allegations that he is imposing candidates on voters ahead of the October 5 local government elections in the state.
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