Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has raised an alarm that those whom he described as “hyenas” are fighting the progress of the state.
The governor made the comment during ramadan breaking of fast, stating that Benue was one of the least developing states in the nation.
He hinted that anytime there is a project to be embarked on, “hyenas” will come out to bite, according to Poliics Nigeria.
Governor Alia pledged to embark on a series of developmental projects to propel Benue into prominence among Nigerian states.
“Out of the 19 northern states, Benue is one of the very least developed. It is just now that we are even installing solar streetlights.
“As we started work, hyenas came out to bite. They are demanding that we should not construct roads, build schools, pay salaries, and provide street lights and I am saying, ‘no.’
The poor masses of Benue voted for me in an unprecedented manner. I should work for the masses. Today, I invite the young generation to go to the farms. Let us go to the farm. Join cooperatives, and we will support you. The state government will give you the capital to farm,” he said.
