The Benue State Government has fired back at Senator Abba Moro, the Senate Minority Leader and representative of Benue South, over his recent remarks alleging an “absence of governance” in Zone C, also known as Benue South Senatorial District.
In a statement issued by Adv. Ngbedde Valentine Ofoine Adoka-Ole, Media Assistant to the Deputy Governor of Benue State, the government described Moro’s comments as “reckless, irresponsible, and politically motivated,” stating that they do not reflect the reality on the ground.
The statement accused Moro of conveniently forgetting the years of neglect suffered by Zone C under the previous Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) administration, a government in which Moro was a key player.
The government further accused Moro of hypocrisy, recalling how he remained silent during the controversial and unexecuted PDP-era road contracts in Benue South, including the Obagaji-Okokolo and Otukpo Icho-Naka projects.
“It is truly unfortunate that Senator Abba Moro consistently appears to be promoting divisive tendencies, rather than serving as a unifying figure.
“He was silent during the PDP’s years of failure, when Benue South was effectively abandoned,” the statement read.
Contrary to Moro’s allegations, the statement highlighted the achievements of the Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia-led administration, noting major investments in road infrastructure, healthcare, education, and welfare programs.
The statement added that a total of ₦75 billion worth of road contracts have been awarded specifically for Zone C alone, far surpassing what was seen under previous governments.
“The people of Benue South deserve honest discourse rooted in facts, and not unfounded allegations hinged on political prejudices,” the statement added.
