Benue declares statewide emergency sanitation June 13

Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has ordered a statewide emergency environmental sanitation exercise on Saturday, June 13, 2026. The directive follows heavy rainfall and strong winds that have deposited large volumes of debris across city centres and major towns. The exercise will hold between 7 am and 9 am with movement restricted except for essential duties. Local government chairmen and residents of Makurdi, Tarkaa, Gboko, Ushongo and Vandeikya are specifically advised to comply.