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GOV. ALIA REWARDS 30 NEWLY PROMOTED SECURITY OFFICERS WITH N151.2Million By Donald Kumun The Benue State Governor, His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has rewarded the 30 newly promoted security officers serving at the Government House, Makurdi, with a total sum of N151.2 million. This rare and first-of-its-kind gesture is in recognition of their dedication and exemplary service to the state. According to the Governor, each of the 26 male officers received N5 million, while the four female officers were awarded N5.3 million each, a gesture that underscores his administration’s commitment to fairness, inclusivity, and encouragement of excellence within the security architecture. Governor Alia announced the surprise reward shortly after decorating the officers at the Old Banquet Hall of Government House, Makurdi during which he noted that his administration holds the services of security personnel in the highest regard, both within the state and across the nation. He emphasized that deliberate attention is given to officers at the point of their promotion to motivate them towards greater diligence, professionalism, and total commitment to safeguarding lives and property. The Governor urged the beneficiaries to justify the confidence reposed in them by matching their new ranks with commendable conduct and performance. Reaffirming his administration’s support, Governor Alia assured all security agencies operating in the state of sustained collaboration and welfare-driven policies. He also appealed to the families of the officers to continue providing the necessary emotional and moral support, emphasising that their sacrifices remain vital to the effectiveness of personnel while on duty. A breakdown of the promotions shows that 22 Police officers were elevated from the rank of Inspector to Assistant Superintendent of Police. One officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps was promoted to Assistant Superintendent of Corps I (ASC I), while two others advanced to Corps Assistant I (CA I). Similarly, three officers of the State Fire Service were confirmed as Assistant Superintendent of Fire I (ASF I), one officer rose to Assistant Superintendent of Fire II (ASF II), and one officer of the Federal Road Safety Corps was promoted to Road Marshal Assistant I (RMA I). It will be recalled that the Governor had earlier rewarded 33 officers serving at Government House with N5 million each. This brings the total sum disbursed to security personnel under his administration to N316.2 million—an unprecedented show of appreciation. This remarkable gesture not only boosts morale but also sets a new benchmark, as no administration in the state since the return of democracy in 1999 has demonstrated such consistent and substantial financial recognition for security operatives. Donald Kumun, is the Principal Special Assistant to the Benue State Governor on Print Media. Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

If I continue buying electricity like this I might relocate back to my hometown “otukpo” soon

Makurdi is gradually wearing a new look ,we. Shall get there. Thank you Gov Alia.

"I hope for the sake of the nation that Peter Obi doesn't express interest in the next election. Because for me as a leader, he is unfit to lead a country" — Professor Wole Soyinka

I schooled in Onitsha High School, Onitsha. One morning, the principal Mrs Julie Ofoefuna informed us that Mr Peter Obi was coming to our school because the Senior Prefect called him and reported that the school building was at the verge of collapse which was true. We thought it was a joke because my school was one of the local schools then, we said” the governor has not finished visiting CKC, DMGS, St Charles, QRC”etc these are best schools then. By 12:00pm that day, he landed with Dr Kay Onyechi the state commissioner of basic education, he inspected the school. He said he will return after two weeks. Two weeks passed we didn’t see him, we took his words as normal Nigeria politicians 😭😭😂.On the third week which was school closing period, he landed. He came like a thief, no motorcades or sirens blowing ” he apologized for coming after two weeks, he said when he learnt that the school was in exam period, he decided to wait but to come after exam. In the end, he gave more than enough for the school renovation. He asked us what we wanted for lunch, nobody could mention any reasonable food. He gave each student ₦100 for snacks.

The government should ensure the protection of the opposition, in fact, they should make the opposition stronger. - Peter Obi