On behalf of the management and staff of the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), I extend heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, Executive Governor of Benue State, on the occasion of your 59th birthday.
Your Excellency, your transformational leadership has ushered in a new era of hope and progress for the education sector in Benue State. At SUBEB, we proudly acknowledge and deeply appreciate your unwavering support, which has led to significant milestones, including:
• Renovation of 53 schools and construction of 21 new ones
• Provision of classroom furniture in 34 schools and water facilities in 13 schools — totaling 121 key interventions within two years
• Introduction of a transparent e-payment system
• Supply of instructional materials and modern teaching aids
• Establishment of digital and non-digital libraries to boost literacy
• Revival of sports and creative arts in public schools
• Recruitment of over 9,000 teachers through a transparent CBT process
• Steady payment of salaries and pensions
• Implementation of a N75,000 minimum wage
• Construction of modern storey buildings in basic schools, with whiteboards replacing chalkboards
• Restoration of nursery sections in public schools across the state
These achievements and more are a proof to your visionary governance and your commitment to restoring dignity and excellence to basic education in Benue State.
As you celebrate this special day, we join the good people of Benue to pray for your continued strength, wisdom, and grace to lead our dear state to even greater heights.
Happy Birthday, Your Excellency!
Signed:
Dr. Grace Adagba
Executive Chairman
Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB)
