“Situating the project in Benue South is to demonstrate that shows I am a Governor for all citizens of the state,” said Governor Hyacinth Alia during the announcement of the National Food City Project. This ambitious initiative is set to transform agriculture in the region by cultivating over 30,000 hectares of mechanised farmland.

The project, located in the Benue South Senatorial District, specifically in Otukpo Local Government Area, aims to establish agro-processing facilities for essential crops such as rice, cassava, maize, and soybeans. It is a direct outcome of the administration’s policy direction to industrialize agriculture and improve food security.

In addition to the agricultural focus, the Food City Complex will incorporate renewable energy infrastructure with a generation capacity of up to 25 megawatts. This is part of a broader strategy to enhance energy supply and sustainability in the region.

Governor Alia further emphasized the significance of the project, stating, “It was a landmark Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreement with Rexzodeneh Group Limited (RGL) to establish a multi-sectoral National Food City Complex.” Under this agreement, Rexzodeneh Group Limited will finance, build, and manage the facility for 25 years before transferring ownership to the state.

Meanwhile, the energy situation in Benue has faced challenges. Jos Electricity Distribution Plc reported a significant reduction in electricity allocation from the national grid, affecting power supply across the state. Saratu Aliyu Dauda, a spokesperson for the company, noted, “The reduction in power supply is a result of decreased allocation from the national grid.”

Dauda added, “JED Plc can only distribute the energy it receives from the grid.” This situation underscores the ongoing challenges in energy distribution, which could impact the operational capacity of new projects like the Food City Complex.

In a related security development, troops killed one terrorist and arrested four suspects in Gwer West on March 25, 2026. This operation highlights the ongoing efforts to maintain security in the region amidst various challenges.

As these developments unfold, the Benue State government is committed to providing land and critical infrastructure for the National Food City Project, which is expected to significantly boost local agriculture and create jobs.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the timeline for the project’s completion and its anticipated impact on the local economy. However, the state government is optimistic about the potential benefits of this landmark initiative.

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