70%
Food Basket of the Nation
Benue produces over 70% of Nigeria’s yams, soybeans, and beniseed.
It is my honour to serve the good people of Benue State a land richly blessed with fertile soil, vibrant culture, and resilient citizens. Our administration is committed to building a state that works for everyone: a state where governance is transparent, opportunities are accessible, and development is both inclusive and sustainable.
Welcome to the official website of the Benue State Government.
It is my honour to serve the good people of Benue State a land richly blessed with fertile soil, vibrant culture, and resilient citizens. Our administration is committed to building a state that works for everyone: a state where governance is transparent, opportunities are accessible, and development is both inclusive and sustainable.
Benue, proudly known as the Food Basket of the Nation, holds immense potential in agriculture, commerce, education, and innovation. We are focused on harnessing these strengths by investing in modern agricultural practices, improving infrastructure, strengthening healthcare delivery, and advancing quality education for our children and youth.
Through strategic reforms and partnerships, we are creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive, while ensuring that our policies directly improve the lives of our people. We believe governance must be people-centered, accountable, and responsive—and we remain committed to these principles.
This website serves as a bridge between government and citizens. Here, you will find information about our policies, programmes, and services, as well as opportunities to engage with us. We encourage your feedback, participation, and collaboration as we work together to build a stronger and more prosperous Benue State.
Together, we will continue to move Benue forward.
Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia
Executive Governor, Benue State
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Benue produces over 70% of Nigeria’s yams, soybeans, and beniseed.
Celebrating a legacy of culture, unity, and enduring traditions in North-Central Nigeria.
The Governor, Deputy Governor and Cabinet leading state policy and administration.
The Benue State House of Assembly making laws for the good governance of the state.
Independent judiciary upholding justice, the rule of law and constitutional rights.
Securely pay your state taxes online with instant receipts.
Submit your annual tax returns digitally.
Apply for or replace a birth certificate.
Register a death and obtain certificate.
Apply for Certificate of Occupancy on land.
New, renewal and replacement of driver's licence.
Report environmental violations to the ministry.
Get your Benue State identity card.
Book affordable transport across the state.
Tax Clearance Certificate & Benue Tax ID.
Free skills acquisition programmes.
Browse and apply for state vacancies.
This ministry focuses on environmental protection and sustainable resource management.
This ministry (often working alongside the Budget & Economic Planning Commission) serves as the strategic planning hub of the state.
This ministry is central to Benue’s identity as the “Food Basket of the Nation.” It is responsible for agricultural development, food production, and rural livelihoods.
This ministry oversees the entire education system in the state—from basic to tertiary level.
This ministry is responsible for healthcare delivery and public health management across the state.
This is a core service ministry responsible for managing the state’s financial system.