{"id":198686,"date":"2026-04-09T18:08:52","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T17:08:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/gov-alia-provides-free-meals-in-makurdi-restaurants"},"modified":"2026-04-09T19:25:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T18:25:51","slug":"gov-alia-provides-free-meals-in-makurdi-restaurants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/gov-alia-provides-free-meals-in-makurdi-restaurants","title":{"rendered":"Gov Alia Provides Free Meals in Makurdi Restaurants"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia has rolled out a one-day initiative offering free meals to residents at two well-known eateries in Makurdi \u2013 Kilimanjaro and Amala Spot, located along Iyorchia-Ayu Road.<\/p>\n<p>The gesture, designed to ease the burden on residents and strengthen community spirit, attracted large numbers of people who trooped to the restaurants to enjoy the complimentary food.<\/p>\n<p>According to a spokesperson in the governor\u2019s office, the move shows the administration\u2019s focus on social welfare and support for local businesses.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGovernor Alia believes in giving back to the people and encouraging community engagement,\u201d the spokesperson said.<\/p>\n<p>Many beneficiaries commended the governor for the initiative, describing it as thoughtful and timely amid current economic challenges.<\/p>\n<p>The free meal programme is scheduled to last throughout the day, after which normal services will resume at both outlets.<\/p>\n<p>It forms part of broader efforts by the Benue State Government to promote unity and provide relief to residents.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Nigeria<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia has rolled out a one-day initiative offering free meals to residents at two well-known eateries in Makurdi \u2013 Kilimanjaro and Amala Spot, located along Iyorchia-Ayu Road. 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