Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue on Monday said the security situation in the state had improved significantly, with many internally displaced persons (IDPs) returning to their communities.
Alia said this while briefing State House Correspondents after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
He said that the president sought updates on security, the return of displaced persons and farming activities in the state.
“Previously, we had lots of insecurity, but it has calmed down. The President wanted to know the position of the IDPs and whether they are voluntarily returning home,” he said.
The governor added that discussions also focused on sustaining peace and ensuring farmers returned safely to their farmlands.
He revealed that the president was also briefed on the political situation in the state and ongoing efforts to strengthen the All Progressives Congress (APC).
He noted that former Governor Gabriel Suswam accompanied him to the meeting after recently aligning with the APC.
“We needed to update the President on the political situation. Benue is relatively calm, peace has returned, and we are hoping for the very best,” said.
He acknowledged concerns among some APC members following recent party primaries, but expressed confidence that the issues would be resolved.
“Mr President is a democrat who understands these things. We are working together for the APC, and I am confident we will double the votes for him,” he added.
Alia further said that the APC would remain united and stronger ahead of future elections in the state, while thanking Tinubu for the support during the Benue at 50 celebration.
He assured that his administration would continue to deliver projects that improve the lives of residents of the state.
He also pledged massive support for Tinubu in the 2027 general election.(NAN)
