BENUE STATE GOVERNMENT, ASUTIBS SIGN MOU ON 25/35 SALARY STRUCTURE, APPEAL FOR END TO STRIKE
The Benue State Government and the leadership of the Academic Staff Union of Tertiary Institutions of Benue State (ASUTIBS), the umbrella body representing academic staff of polytechnics and colleges of education in the state, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the implementation of the approved 25/35 salary structure for academic staff. Under the […]
BENUE STATE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL APPROVES SUSPENSION OF CHAIRMAN AND EXECUTIVE SECRETARY OF MUSLIM PILGRIMS WELFARE BOARD, APPROVES APPOINTMENT OF ACTING OFFICERS
The Benue State Executive Council under the leadership of His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has approved the suspension of the Chairman and the Executive Secretary of the Benue State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board for a period of three (3) months, with effect from Monday, 21st September, 2026. The affected officials are Alhaji […]
International Youth Day: Governor Alia Exalts Benue Youths, Charges them to Rise Above Challenge with Courage, Unity
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Dr Hyacinth Iormem Alia praises and glorifies the youths of Benue State as the world marks International Youth Day today. Governor Alia who describes Benue youths as vibrant and resilient, says as the proud Food Basket of the Nation, Benue’s greatest harvest is not just from […]
Alia Attends Requiem Mass In Honour Of Late John Onaivi
By Isaac Uzaan The Governor of Benue State, Rev Fr Dr Hyacinth Iormem Alia Friday , October 25, 2024 attended the Requiem Mass and Service of Songs in honour of Late Sir John Onaivi KSM, KSS at Holy Ghost Parish, Makurdi. The Late Sir John Onaivi was the MD/CEO of Onaivi Printing and Publishing LTD, Makurdi […]
Suit Against EFCC: Governor Alia Suspends Attorney General
The Executive Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has directed the Attorney General of the State and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Bemsen Mnyim, to proceed on indefinite suspension. The Governor gave the directive at Government House during a press conference shortly after the Benue State Executive Council meeting earlier today. He stated […]
GOVERNOR ALIA CONDEMNS DEADLY ATTACKS IN OTUKPO, ORDERS SECURITY AGENCIES TO HUNT DOWN PERPETRATORS
Sunday, July 12, 2026 Governor Hyacinth Alia expresses profound sadness and the strongest condemnation following the early morning attacks by suspected armed herdsmen on Akpachi Village and the Otukpo-Nobi community in Otukpo Local Government Area. He describes the attacks as not only a breach of peace, but also a barbaric and inhuman assault […]
GOVERNOR ALIA IDENTIFIES ILLITERACY, POVERTY AS MAJOR CAUSES OF INSECURITY IN NIGERIA
The Executive Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has identified illiteracy as a major contributing factor to the lingering insecurity in Nigeria. Governor Alia made this known yesterday while lecturing on the topic, “Insecurity and Education in Nigeria and the quest for development” at the Quarterly Lecture Series of the Yakubu Gawon University, […]
NUT Applauds Alia’s Efforts In Repositioning Basic Education In Benue State
By Isaac Uzaan The Benue State Chairman of the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) comrade Terna Levi Akuma has, on behalf of the union, applauded the efforts of Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia towards repositioning the basic education sector in the state. Comrade Terna Levi Akuma made this known Monday, October 28, 2024 during an interactive […]
2024 LG Elections: Alia Keeps Another Campaign Promise!!!
Earlier today, His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr Hyacinth Iormem Alia, the people’s governor, swore in the newly elected chairmen of the 23 Local government areas in the state who were massively and overwhelmly voted by the masses, with a charge for optimum performance. It was exciting to witness such an epic event particularly because Governor […]
UNGA Holds Great Potential For Sub-Nationals In Nigeria
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, stated that the outcome of the recently concluded United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 24) would have a positive impact on Nigeria as a whole and Benue State in particular. The Governor made this statement earlier today while speaking with the press at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport upon […]