Aliaa promises agricultural dev’t of Benue

From Uche Nnorom, Makurdi

The Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State, Rev Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia has promised to provide incentives and grants to farmers to boost rice production in the state if he emerges Governor.

Fr. Alia made the promise during APC Governorship campaign tour to Obagaji and Ogbokpo in Agatu and Apa local government areas of Benue State.

He acknowledged the fact that the Agatu and Apa People are largely economically dependent on farming, but insecurity has halted farming activities in many areas.

The clergy man however, promised to end insecurity and give priority attention to timely supply of subsidized farm inputs especially fertilizer and quality seeds to farmers to boost their farm produce.

He also assured the people of his willingness to provide the basic social amenities critical to human existence and social growth such as good roads, housing, water, power and job creation.