Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia
● Currently in Office📅 Tenure in Office
Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia has been serving as governor of benue state of Benue State since May 29, 2023, under the APC Party.
👤 About Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia
Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia (born 27 May 1966) is the Governor of Benue State. A Catholic priest, he won election in 2023 on the APC platform. His administration prioritises ending farmer-herder violence, reviving agriculture, road construction and human development.
📋 Personal Information
| Full name | Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia |
| Title / Role | Governor of Benue State |
| State | Benue State |
| Party | APC |
| Date of birth | May 27, 1966 (60 years old) |
| Education | B.A. Philosophy, University of Ibadan; Theology; Conflict Resolution training |
| In office since | May 29, 2023 |
| Geopolitical zone | NC |
🏆 Key Achievements
Elected 2023. Catholic Priest turned politician. Focus on security, agriculture (Food Basket), infrastructure and peace.
🏛 Role of the Governor of Benue State
The Governor of Benue State is the chief executive and head of government of the state. Under the Nigerian Constitution, the governor is elected by popular vote for a four-year term, renewable once. The governor heads the state executive council, assents to bills passed by the State House of Assembly, and directs the allocation of the state's budget and resources.
Benue State is part of the NC geopolitical zone, with Makurdi as its capital. Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia currently serves as governor since May 29, 2023.