Hyacinth Alia, the governor of Benue State, has warned traditional leaders throughout the state to cease approving mining projects on their lands without first obtaining permission from the government.
The governor emphasized that the government “will not tolerate any form of illegal mining in any part of the state and traditional rulers must desist from issuing mining permits in any part of the state without the approval of government” during a Thanksgiving celebration for his Kwande Local Government Area (LGA) appointees, which is considered to be one of Benue’s major mining hubs.
He also threatened to prosecute anyone found to be disobeying this order.
Governor Alia declared his administration’s dedication to enhancing Kwande LGA’s infrastructure, revealing intentions to construct additional roads to make it simpler for residents to travel and carry agricultural products.
Regarding security, the governor pledged to keep working with local and federal authorities to expel armed herders from the state.
He said that people who support criminals or plot attacks on villages with the help of violent herders would “be treated as enemies.”
“Politics should be centered on development and the welfare of the people,” the governor said, thanking President Bola Tinubu for “his support and love for Benue people.”
Additionally, he encouraged citizens to actively participate in the ongoing voter registration drive and asked his Kwande appointees to remain in close proximity to their constituents.
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