The governor alia moves at the end of school extortion, the sumptuous expenditure in Benue

Governor Hyacinth alia of Benue State joined his voice with other Nigerian governors in condemning the growing trend of illegal withdrawals imposed on parents by the owners of schools both in elementary and private and secondary schools.

The governor expressed a strong disapproval of the compulsory supply of health articles such as brooms, soaps, fabrics and napkins, which are often requested by parents as part of the school requirements. According to him, these are unjustifiable financial charges, in particular for families who already fight to provide basic education to their children.

Describing these practices such as “undue extortion, evil and strong”, the governor alia observed that parents who are simply trying to guarantee western education for their children in government schools at affordable prices should not be exploited.

As part of a vast reform to restore discipline and moral attention in the education sector, the governor alia has forbidden sumptuous graduation parties, non -transferable textbooks and other extravagant needs by schools, in particular at the level of kindergarten and kindergarten.

“This is not the time for the celebrations of unnecessary schools without moral or academic value,” said Alia, “especially when some parents can barely provide three square meals or pay essential commissions”.

He stressed that many of the affected parents are widows and low -income earnings that should be protected, not further burdened. His administration, through the permanent secretary of the Ministry of Education in Makurdi, has invited all the interested parties, the school owners, the parents, the guardians and the leaders of the community, to support the intervention of the government aimed at facilitating financial pressure on families and focusing on authentic academic growth.

Key political displacements by the Governor alia: prohibition of celebrations and party of unnecessary schools; Approval of textbooks transferable between brothers and among the students of the lower classes; Encouragement of extra moral lessons after school, with the consent of the parents; reversion to the traditional culture of sharing books in public tertiary institutions starting from the academic session of 2025/2026

The reforms of the governor alia are anchored to its wider vision of governing young people for leadership by instilling discipline, frugality and academic excellence from an early age.

A Catholic priest who became political, p. Alia’s leadership style is deeply influenced by its humble beginnings and rural education. His administration has constantly given priority to the difficult situation of the poor and vulnerable, especially in the face of the increase in living costs.

His record of capital projects, peace efforts and policies focused on the community was worth recognition as one of the most prepared and focused governors on people under the current administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Fr. The frank defense of Alia of the rural communities during the periods of crisis, especially during the violent conflicts between shepherds and indigenous, was described as courageous and bold. His state police request recently acquired traction, leading to the creation of two new police area commands to supervise Dauda, ​​Guma, Yelwata and the police divisions of Agan, following the security crises that have caused several lives in Wadatta.

Recently, the governor alia has shuffled his toilet, maintaining only those with proven recordings of credibility and performance. He also introduced a new wave of young dynamic professionals in key roles to support the delivery of his vision for Benue State.

Among those confirmed by the Benue State House of Assembly include: Hon. Theresa Odachi Ikwue, Hon. Dr. Benjamin Ashaver, Hon. Dr. Adamu Margaret Ijaguwa, Hon. Dr. Peter Egboda, Hon. Dennis and Dr. Paul Ejeh (Ogwuche).

These appointments reflect the governor’s continuous commitment for competence, responsibility and leadership led by young people.

The governor alia remains a vocal leader and guided by the action determined to protect families, instill values ​​in children and support academic integrity in Benue’s state. As a servant of servants with roots in the Church and passion for rural transformation, he continues to defend the cause of the poor and defend their right to dignity, education and peace.