Benue Approves N149.5bn For Infrastructure

Benue State Executive Council presided over by Governor Hyacinth Alia has approved N149.5 billion for infrastructural projects.

The chief press secretary to the governor, Mr Tersoo Kula, disclosed the approval Friday in Makurdi.

Kula said the approval was aimed at transforming the state’s economy and improving the lives of the citizens.

“The council approved the immediate payment of N1.5 billion to CGC, a Chinese company that constructed the Otobi/Otukpo and Katsina-Ala Water Works about 10 years ago.

“The council also directed the Ministry of Water Resources, Environment, and Climate Change to invite CGC to commence the rehabilitation of the facility and restore water supply in Otobi, Otukpo, and their environs.

“The council also approved several other key projects, including the extension and dualisation of the Wurukum-Airforce Base Road, the upgrade of the Mbawuar to Bako-Negher and Spur to Mbaakon Road.

“The rehabilitation and upgrade of the Deputy Governor’s Lodge, and the reconstruction of the Assembly Complex and Clinic,” he listed.

The CPS listed the other projects to include extension and dualisation of the Wurukum-Airforce Base Road, which was approved at a cost of N68.3 billion was expected to improve transportation and boost economic activities in the area. (NAN)