- The Benue State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused Governor Hyacinth Alia’s administration of undermining democratic principles and disregarding transparency and accountability.
- The PDP alleged that Governor Alia is running the state like a “Church Parish” and prioritizing “white elephant projects” over critical issues.
- The Governor’s administration responded, labeling the PDP’s allegations as “grossly misguided” and “devoid of substance and factual accuracy.”
- Governor Alia’s administration highlighted its achievements, including provision of food security, creation of employment opportunities, and reforms in critical sectors.
A bitter exchange has erupted between the Benue State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Governor Hyacinth Alia’s administration. The PDP accused Governor Alia of running the state like a “Church Parish,” undermining democratic principles and disregarding transparency and accountability.
The PDP’s State Publicity Secretary, Tim Nyor, stated that the Alia administration prioritizes “white elephant projects” over critical issues like infrastructure decay, lack of basic services, and erosion of public trust. The PDP also demanded that the Governor clear the backlog of salary arrears, pensions, and gratuities.
However, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Tersoo Kula, swiftly responded, labeling the PDP’s allegations as “grossly misguided” and “devoid of substance and factual accuracy.” Kula argued that the PDP lacks a clear understanding of democratic principles, given their past record of governance.
Governor Alia’s administration highlighted its achievements, including provision of food security, creation of employment opportunities, and reforms in critical sectors. The administration also emphasized its commitment to transparency and accountability, citing Benue’s rise to 9th place in the fiscal transparency league for 2024.
