Benue: Alia pledges full backing for new army division

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has pledged the full support of his administration for the establishment of the newly approved Nigerian Army formations in the state, including the construction and furnishing of the headquarters of the new 5 Division.
The governor made the commitment on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, when he received a delegation from the Army Headquarters Implementation Committee at Government House, Makurdi.
The governor described the establishment of the military formations as a major step towards improving security in Benue, expressing confidence that the development would strengthen the state’s security architecture and restore public confidence.
The governor assur...