Benue News Update: Latest News from Benue today, Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Empowering Women in Benue State:

• A total of 27,600 women in Benue State have been shortlisted for the Bank of Agriculture (BoA) grant and soft loans. This initiative is part of the state government’s continuous efforts to empower women towards self-reliance.
• Joy Luga, the Commissioner for Cooperatives and Rural Development, disclosed this in Makurdi, emphasizing Governor Hyacinth Alia’s unwavering commitment to improving the living standards of women, enabling them to support their families effectively.

Warning on Katsina-Ala Bridge:

• The Federal Road Safety Corps in Benue State has raised concerns about the potential collapse of the Katsina-Ala bridge. This is due to the continuous parking of trucks on the bridge by drivers.
• Terngu Adagba, the Katsina-Ala Unit Commander of FRSC RS 4.23, expressed disappointment at the disregard for several warnings given to articulated truck drivers to refrain from using the bridge as a parking area.

Revamping Basic Education in Benue:

• Board members of the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) have announced collaborative efforts with the Executive Chairman, Dr. Grace Adagba, to revamp basic education in the state.
• They highlighted the ongoing automation of the payroll system within the board, as well as renovation and provision of new facilities. These efforts aim to ensure sustainable growth and development in the basic education sector.

Joint Efforts by Governors for Security and Growth:

• The governors of Nasarawa and Benue states have reached an agreement to address insecurity and food crises while attracting investments for economic growth.
• Both governors have committed to reviewing current strategies to curb violence, enhance food production, and promote overall sustainability in their respective states.

Government’s Response to Bishop Sam Zuga:

• The Benue State Government has responded to Bishop Sam Zuga’s recent criticisms aimed at the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Dist. Senator George Akume, and other political leaders.
• Zuga’s accusations of instigating conflict and hindering progress in Benue State were met with a firm response from the state government.