Alia Pushes for Speedy Completion of Taraku Rice Mill as Cyril Ikong Hails Project's Economic Promise By Okwo romeon

MAKURDI – Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has directed contractors handling the Taraku Rice Mill project in Gwer East Local Government Area to accelerate work to ensure its timely completion and commissioning.

The governor gave the directive on Monday during an inspection tour of the multi-billion-naira rice processing facility, accompanied by the Majority Whip of the Benue State House of Assembly and member representing Oju II (Uwokwu) State Constituency, Hon. Cyril Ikong.

Governor Alia said the people of Benue State were eagerly awaiting the completion of the project, stressing that the rice mill would boost agricultural production, create employment opportunities and stimulate economic growth across the state.

Hon Cyril Ikong (R) with his Excellency Governor of Benue state, Rev Father Hyacinth Alia

During the inspection, Hon. Ikong commended the pace and quality of work on the project, describing the development as a major milestone in the Alia administration's drive to industrialise Benue and unlock its agricultural potential.

He praised the governor's commitment to infrastructure and economic development, saying the Taraku Rice Mill would significantly enhance value addition in the state's rice production chain while improving livelihoods.

Ikong, who is also regarded as one of Governor Alia's key political mobilisers in Oju Local Government Area, expressed confidence that the project would deliver lasting benefits to farmers, processors and the wider economy upon completion.

The lawmaker further applauded Governor Alia's leadership, describing him as a visionary leader committed to delivering meaningful development across Benue State.

He prayed for God's continued wisdom, strength and good health for the governor as he continues to implement programmes aimed at improving the welfare of the people.

The Taraku Rice Mill is one of the flagship agricultural and industrial projects of the Benue State Government, expected to strengthen the state's position as Nigeria's "Food Basket" by promoting rice processing, job creation and rural economic development.

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