Alia’s Achievements Speak Louder Than Propaganda, Aide Replies to PDP Over N30bn FAAC Allocation

Asortar James, special assistant to Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia, defended the administration against PDP criticism over a reported monthly N30 billion FAAC allocation. He cited free education from Basic One to Basic Nine, the recruitment of more than 9,700 teachers, road and health projects, and a N75,000 minimum wage. James also pointed to security measures, agricultural initiatives and investment projects, while urging that the FAAC figure be checked against official financial records and that state funds be distinguished from allocations to the 23 local councils.