The Benue government, on Friday, flagged off a 90-megawatt waste-to-energy project aimed at generating electricity.

Performing the ceremony at Atumba Village, Guma Local Government Area of the state, Governor Hyacinth Alia said the project will convert municipal and industrial solid waste into power and valuable by-products.

Mr Alia said the facility will transform waste streams into electricity, alternative fuels, bio-fertiliser, methane-based products and recyclable materials.

Represented by his deputy, Sam Ode, Mr Alia said the project was capable of delivering long-term environmental, industrial and energy transformation for Benue.

He said the project will provide employment for over 6,000 people and bring international expertise and technical innovation to the state’s infrastructure development.

Mr Alia said it will also improve energy reliability, reduce power deficits, stimulate investment in energy-dependent sectors and improve public health outcomes.

He urged the host community and all Benue indigenes to take ownership of the project.

He said the project represents a modern, technology-driven solution to waste management challenges while simultaneously strengthening the state’s energy infrastructure.

The project is structured as a partnership between Sectorlead Ltd. and the Benue government to directly support public-private partnership (PPP) development. 

(NAN)