By Chiangi Avese, Makurdi
The perennial electricity problems that has been the bane of growth of small businesses in Benue State will soon become a thing of the past as Governor Hyacinth Alia has signed into law, the Benue State electricity law, 2026.
The Governor who performed the ceremony early on Monday at the Old Banquet Hall of the Government House, Makurdi said, “the law is expected to have several positive impacts on the people and economy of Benue State”.
The positives of the law according to the Governor, will include, a legal framework for increased electricity generation, transmission, and distribution within the state, leading to more reliable and stable power supply for homes, businesses, schools, and hospitals.
He continued that, “improved electricity in the state will attract investors, encourage the establishment of industries and businesses, and create employment opportunities for thousands of Benue residents, particularly youths.
Also, businesses will spend less on generators, fuel, and alternative power sources. This will lower production costs, increase profitability, and make locally produced goods more competitive.
The law provides mechanisms for enforcing consumer rights, ensuring fair billing practices, improved service delivery, quicker resolution of complaints, and accountability from electricity providers.
Communities that currently lack access to electricity will benefit from expanded power infrastructure, improving healthcare services, education, agricultural processing, security, and overall living standards across the state”.
The law will generally help deliver more reliable electricity, stimulate economic development, protect consumers, create jobs, and improve the quality of life for residents across Benue State, positioning the state for greater industrialization and sustainable growth.
