Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the establishment of the Nigerian Army’s 5 Division Headquarters in Makurdi.
In a statement issued on Thursday, July 30, 2026, by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula, the Governor described the approval as a timely intervention that demonstrates the President’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture.
The new 5 Division, which forms part of the expansion of the Army’s operational structure from 8 to 12 Divisions nationwide, will cover Benue, Nasarawa and Kogi States.
Governor Alia said the Division will enhance military operations through improved command and control, faster response to security threats, and stronger protection of lives and property across North Central Nigeria.
He expressed confidence that the headquarters will reinforce his administration’s efforts to combat criminality, protect farming communities, and restore lasting peace to areas of the state that have continued to face security challenges.
The Governor also commended President Tinubu for approving the recruitment of 28,000 additional personnel into the Nigerian Army and for sustaining investments in military equipment, troop welfare, and operational readiness.
”Such measures reflect the President’s determination to build a well equipped and highly motivated Armed Forces capable of safeguarding Nigeria’s sovereignty and ensuring the security of all citizens,” he said.
Governor Alia assured that his administration remains committed to working closely with the federal government and all security agencies to achieve lasting peace, security and sustainable development in Benue State.
