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The Executive Governor of Benue State, His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia Crowned with the Leadership Newspaper prestigious “GOVERNOR OF THE YEAR 2023 AWARD”
Alia received the award amidst accompanied dignitaries from Benue and beyond at the award ceremony held at the Congress Hall of Transcorp Hilton in Abuja. The presentation of the award which follows a panegyric encomium bestowed on Rev. Fr. Alia, suggested that the award is in recognition of his remarkable achievements and transformative leadership since assumption of office as the executive governor of Benue State.
The resolution to honour Rev. Fr. Alia with the prestigious leadership Newspaper Governor of the Year 2023 award according to analysts was driven by his outstanding contributions to the development of the State within the remarkably short period in lieu of his commitment to good governance and dedication to uplifting the lives of Benue people through economic development, empowerment, security and infrastructural development which hitherto was oblivion of the state has earned the Yes Father Gov a widespread commendation across the state and beyond.
Rev. Fr. Alia’s receipt of the Governor of the Year award is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence and service to the people of Benue State. Under his leadership, Benue State is poised for greatness, with a renewed sense of hope and optimism for the future.
In his acceptance speech, Rev. Fr. Alia expressed gratitude to LEADERSHIP Newspapers for the honor bestowed upon him and reaffirmed his dedication to fulfilling the mandate entrusted to him by the people of Benue State.
He reiterated his commitment to advancing the socio-economic development of the state and ensuring that the dividends of democracy reach every citizen.
As the applause echoed through the Congress Hall of the Transcorp Hilton, it was evident that Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia’s leadership has not only captured the attention of the nation but has also set a new standard for governance in Nigeria. With his vision and determination, Benue State is on the path to greatness once again.
Benue State commissioner for Education and Knowledge Management, Dr. Frederick Ikyaa in an interview with journalists at the event, said the Award is a testament to the governor’s outstanding achievements.
“He said the governor has demonstrated sufficient political will by advancing the interest of the state, showing practical Infrastructural development in the state capital and few local governments across the state. “The dividends of democracy has been felt by people within his short time in office.”
He notes “the state ministry of Education has been able to address the issues of out of school children, girl child education, technical and vocational education, entrepreneurship education. New skills and knowledge system has already been rolled out to equip the students in the state to meet up with 21st century technology.
The event, beyond rhetoric served as a testament to Alias’s pursuit positive change in line with the renewed hope Agenda as the nation craves for progress and good governance.
Rev.Fr Hyacinth’s award stands as a beacon, inspiring future generations and encouraging a shift toward results and good standards in the realm of Administration, policy reform and good governance.
Amongst critical stakeholders and prominent personalities in attendance are the Deputy Speaker of Benue State House of Assembly, Hon. Lami Ogenyi, Sen. Barnabas Gemade, Maj. Gen. Lawrence Onoja (rtd), Sen. Akaagerger, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Jime, Rt.Hon.Nick Ewero, Acting State Chairman of the APC in Benue, Hon. Benjamin Omakolo, members of the state working committee, Dan Ashiekaa, Engr. Peter Ashiekaa, as well as all principal officers of the administration, commissioners, advisers and others