List of governors of Benue State facts for kids

The governor of Benue State is like the main leader of the state government. They are in charge of the executive branch, which means they help run things day-to-day. The governor also chooses the people who lead different state departments, like education or health. Plus, they are the chief security officer, meaning they are responsible for keeping everyone in the state safe.

Right now, the governor is Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia.

Benue State is a part of Nigeria. It was created on February 3, 1976. Before that, it was part of a bigger state called Benue-Plateau State. That state was split into two new states: Benue and Plateau.

What Does a Governor Do?

A governor has a very important job! They lead the state and make sure that laws are followed. They also work to improve the lives of people in the state. This includes things like building roads, making sure schools are good, and helping with healthcare. They are like the captain of the state's team.

Leaders of Benue State

Since Benue State was formed, it has had many different leaders. Some were military governors, meaning they were soldiers who took charge during certain times. Others were civilian governors, chosen by the people through elections.

Here is a list of the people who have led Benue State:

See also

• States of Nigeria
• List of state governors of Nigeria

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