FIC Report (Benue State) – Christian leaders of the North central under the auspices of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have expressed full confidence in the leadership of the Executive governor of Benue state, His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia. The group on Wednesday 5th February 2025 described him as an excellent example of good governance, made this known in Makurdi the Benue state capital during an interactive session with the governor.
Led by its Chairman, CAN, North-Central Zone, Rev. Dr. Samson Jonah the group thanked the Governor for making the Christian community in the North central zone to be very proud of one of theirs who is making a huge difference in leadership. They said the developmental strides of the governor in the region is a glowing example of what a Christian in leadership should do which is in line with what the bible says “when the righteous is in authority, the people rejoice.”
In their various goodwill messages, the leaders lauded the achievements and developmental strides of the Governor from infrastructure to education to health to Agriculture the economy and youth and human capital development. They promised to continue to support his administration which they said was striving for progress, growth, and development.
The North Central Christian leaders have by this gesture and statements given a resounding vote of confidence to Governor Hyacinth Alia. This is a significant endorsement, as it shows that the Christian community in the region is fully behind the governor’s vision and leadership. The award by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) North-Central is a testament to Governor Alia’s commitment to good governance and his dedication to the welfare of the people.
This goes to show that Governor Alia’s achievements in Benue state are truly impressive and have gained recognition beyond the shores of the state and it’s no wonder that he’s being hailed as a shining example of good governance by the North central region. From infrastructure to education, health, agriculture, and youth development, the governor has made significant strides in transforming the state. His leadership style, which is characterized by a deep sense of compassion and a servant-like approach, has earned him the respect and admiration of the people he serves.
They also commended his outstanding significant impact is in the area of internally displaced persons (IDPs) The governor has launched a five-year action plan to support IDPs in Benue, which is aimed at providing them with dignified emergency shelters and sustainable livelihoods. This plan is a testament to the governor’s commitment to the welfare of the people, and it’s clear that he’s dedicated to finding lasting solutions to the IDP.
The Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Dr Hyacinth Iormem Alia in his reaction charged the Christian group in North-Central to remain unified and continue to be good followers of what is right and truthful in the sight of God.
The Governor also called on the Christian body in the North-Central to believe in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and continue to give him the necessary support he needs to make Nigeria truly a great nation, adding that all that he had achieved in Benue so far was through the instrumentality and support from President.
Signed
VERONICA AZEMBA
FOR HOC FIC.
