Governor of Benue State Hyacinth Alia has declared a comprehensive plan for the state to return to farming at full capacity this season.

He made this disclosure after what he called a productive meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Wednesday evening where both leaders discussed strategies to bolster agricultural productivity and address food insecurity.

Alia emphasised the vital role of agriculture in Benue, which is traditionally known as Nigeria’s “food basket.” “This year, we’re returning to the farms 100 percent. Benue does not need to discuss food insecurity; instead, we should support the President in aiding other states facing these challenges,” he stated. The governor highlighted that promises made during the campaign by Vice President Shettima, including the provision of tractors and essential farm inputs, have been fulfilled, significantly enhancing the state’s agricultural capabilities.

Alia also addressed recent improvements in security within the state. He revealed that the state government has allocated 100 Toyota trucks to local security agencies as part of a broader initiative to strengthen security infrastructure. “Just a few weeks ago, we launched our support for all our security apparatuses,” he noted.

This initiative, he said, aims to ensure that local communities are engaged in supporting primary security efforts, contributing to a relative peace that has allowed farmers to return to their fields.

Reflecting on the agricultural output from last season, Alia reported a remarkable increase in harvests, describing it as a “bumper harvest.”

He expressed optimism about continuing this trend: “Many people went back to their farms, and we have experienced a lot of harvests. We plan to do even better this season.”

This positive shift comes after years of challenges related to farmer-herder conflicts that have plagued the region.

While acknowledging that complete eradication of insecurity is unlikely, Alia expressed confidence in the current state of affairs: “Insecurity never goes away entirely, but we are seeing fewer large-scale disturbances. Our folks back home are alert and ready to support our primary security personnel.”

He extended his gratitude to President Tinubu for his ongoing support in stabilizing the region and for encouraging Benue to reclaim its agricultural heritage.

As Benue State prepares for what Governor Alia hopes will be a transformative year for agriculture and security, he called for continued collaboration with federal authorities and local communities.

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