Benue State, the Food Basket of the Nation, officially commenced the celebration of its Golden Jubilee earlier this week with a series of commemorative activities organised under the visionary leadership of His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia
The public is hereby informed that the week-long celebration will culminate this weekend with a grand finale marking 50 years of the state’s rich cultural heritage, resilience, and remarkable progress.
The Golden Jubilee celebrations, which began earlier this week with various insightful and commemorative activities, will reach their peak on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the iconic IBB Square in Makurdi.
The landmark event will feature colourful cultural displays showcasing Benue’s rich diversity, ceremonial parades, and reflections on the state’s journey since its creation, highlighting its emergence as a major agricultural and political force in Nigeria.
The celebrations will continue on Sunday, June 28, 2026, as the state combines the Golden Jubilee festivities with the celebration of Governor Hyacinth Alia’s third anniversary in office and his 60th birthday.
Since assuming office, Governor Alia has demonstrated an unprecedented commitment to his Benue First agenda, with a strong focus on infrastructural development, civil service reforms, economic revitalisation, and human capital development.
To commemorate these significant milestones, an Interdenominational Thanksgiving Service will be held at IBB Square, Makurdi, commencing promptly at 9:00 a.m.
Members of the public are warmly invited to participate in these historic celebrations as Benue State reflects on its achievements over the past five decades and looks forward with renewed hope to an even brighter future.
Sir Tersoo Kula, mnipr
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor
