By: Titus Akor, Makurdi.

Benue State is set to host the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and National Chairman, Renewed Hope Initiative, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

Contained in a press release signed by Sir Tersoo Kula, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor on Sunday and made available to Journalists, explained that it is going to be a memorable and impactful visit for the people of the state, particularly the women.

According to the release, the visit forms part of the Renewed Hope Initiative, a nationwide programme dedicated to empowering women, strengthening families, and improving the wellbeing of vulnerable groups across the country. 

The release further disclosed that while in Benue, the First Lady will engage with women and beneficiaries of the initiative as part of efforts to deepen its impact at the grassroots.

On his part, the Governor of the State Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia expressed his pleasure at the forthcoming visit and is looking forward to receiving the nation’s First Lady. 

The Governor described the visit as another positive step in the collaborative efforts of the Federal and State Governments to improve the lives of citizens, especially women and families.

A major highlight of Senator Tinubu’s visit will be the commissioning of 10 newly completed roads in Makurdi, out of the over 45 executed and delivered by the Governor Alia administration. 

The 10 roads, spanning a total of 11.5 kilometres, represent a significant investment in urban renewal and infrastructure development aimed at improving mobility, boosting economic activities, and enhancing the quality of life for residents.

The roads to be commissioned are:

1. Ishaya Bakut Road (Dual Carriageway)
2. Off Ishaya Bakut Road (Spur 1)
3. Off Ishaya Bakut Road (Spur 2)
4. Off Ishaya Bakut Road (Spur 3)
5. Abu King Shuluwa Road
6. Mama Mbateren Alia Street (Former Keke Napep Road)
7. Dabo Plaza to Fashion Hub Road
8. Sir James Iorpuu Street
9. Tyagher Gbaa Street
10. Jato-Aka Road

Following the commissioning ceremony in Makurdi, the First Lady will proceed to Ihugh, where she will perform the commissioning and handover ceremony of the Community ICT Centre.

Speaking ahead of the visit, the Benue State Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady and State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Initiative, Mrs. Scholastica Bensor, said all preparations have been concluded for a successful outing. 

According to her, women across Benue State are excited and eagerly looking forward to welcoming Senator Oluremi Tinubu.

Mrs. Bensor therefore calls on women, community leaders, support groups, and members of the public to turn out in large numbers to receive the First Lady and demonstrate the warmth, hospitality, and unity for which Benue people are known.