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Benue state was created on 3rd February, 1976. The state derived its name from River Benue which is the second largest river in the country and the most outstanding geographic feature in the state. Benue state has twenty-three local governments, with the Tiv speaking area having fourteen while the Idoma-Igede area has nine local governments. Benue ACReSAL is well positioned to intervene with respect to the identified challenges of deforestation/desertification, flood and drought, erosion, organic matter depletion and compaction/crusting
Agroforestry Model Offers Lifeline to Akperan Orshi Polytechnic, Yandev
Akperan Orshi Polytechnic Yandev, formerly the Akperan Orshi College of Agriculture, is receiving a significant boost to its educational and research capabilities thanks to the establishment of a 5-hectare agroforestry model farm by the Benue ACReSAL (Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes) Project. This initiative addresses long-standing challenges faced by the
Benue State Takes Steps to Map and Protect Forest Reserves with ACReSAL Project
A crucial step towards sustainable landscape management and natural resource protection in Benue State was taken today with the presentation of a report on the Surveying, Mapping and Gazetting of Forest Reserves. The report, commissioned by the Benue State Project Management Unit (SPMU) of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes
Solar Power Brings Hope to Ichwa IDP Camp in Benue State
For years, residents of the Ichwa Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp have struggled with the harsh realities of displacement, including severe water scarcity and insecurity. Thanks to the intervention of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project, however, life is starting to look brighter for the camp’s inhabitants. The
Makurdi Resident Celebrates Relief from Flooding After ACReSAL Drainage Project
#ACReSAL #Impact For 55-year-old Paul Chwada and countless other residents living behind Dunamis Church near Benue State University’s second gate, the annual flooding that plagued their neighborhood has finally become a thing of the past, thanks to the intervention of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project. Chwada, a
Benue ACReSAL Project Brings Hope to Achusa Community with Climate Resilience Initiatives The Benue State Agro Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project today carried out sensitization visit to the Achusa and surrounding communities in Makurdi to raise awareness about the project’s objectives and its impact on communities. Led by
Benue ACReSAL Coordinator Receives Prestigious Nelson Mandela Pan African Leadership Award
The State Project Coordinator (SPC) of the Benue State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project, Bldr. Victor Ama has been awarded the prestigious Nelson Mandela Pan African Leadership Prize for Integrity and Transparency by the Stay Africa Youth Development Initiative (SAYDI-AFRICA). The award recognizes Bldr. Ama’s exceptional leadership and
Benue State House of Assembly Committee Lauds ACReSAL Project’s Impact
The Benue State House of Assembly Standing Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources has commended the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project for its significant interventions across the state. The Chairman of the committee, Hon. Shimawua Terna gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the State Project Coordinator
Benue ACReSAL SPMU Receives Monthly Report from Focal NGOs, Urges Deeper Community Engagement
The Benue State Project Management Unit (SPMU) of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project today, received its February activity reports from the Focal Non-Governmental Organizations (FONGOs) operating across the state’s three senatorial zones. The reports were presented at the Conference Hall of ACReSAL Project Office, highlighting the NGOs’
Benue ACReSAL Explores Partnership with Rice Value Chain Stakeholders to Boost Production
The Benue Agro-Climate Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project is exploring strategic partnerships to enhance rice production in the state, starting with a recent interface with the Benue Nasarawa Cross River Rice Promoters Association (BENACRRIPA). A delegation from BENACRRIPA, led by its President Rt. Hon. Timothy Iorchor, paid a courtesy
FPMU ASSESSES ACReSAL IMPACT ON BENUE MINISTRIES
A consultant, African Center for Peace & Human Dignity, engaged by the Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU), concluded an assessment of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project’s impact in line ministries within Benue State. The FPMU delegation, led by Engineer Adamu, visited the Benue ACReSAL State Project Management
Teamwork Global Associates Unveils Feasibility and Conceptual Design Report on Naka and Adoka Icho Dams at Benue ACReSAL Office
In a significant development for the region’s infrastructure and water resource management, a Consultant, Teamwork Global Associates, engaged by the Benue ACReSAL Project for Consultancy Services for Engineering Designs and Supervision of Rehabilitation, Desilting/Expansion of Adoka – Icho Community Dam, Otukpo LGA, Naka Earth Dam, Gwer West LGA in Benue
BENUE ACReSAL SPC LAUDS GOV. ALIA FOR SUPPORT OF THE ACReSAL PROJECT AND ITS IMPACT ON COMMUNITIES
The State Project Coordinator (SPC) for Benue ACReSAL Project, Bldr. Victor Ama has expressed gratitude to Governor Hyacinth Alia for his steadfast support of the project. Ama gave the expression today when featured on Radio Benue’s audience participation programme, On-The-Line. He highlighted the governor’s crucial role in facilitating the project’s
BENUE ACReSAL CONSTITUTES FOREST MANAGEMENT COMMITTEES TO COMBAT BUSH BURNING AND ENHANCE COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
In a significant move towards sustainable forest management, the Benue ACReSAL Project has initiated the formation of Forest Management Committees across various communities in the state. This initiative aims to ensure that local residents take an active role in protecting and managing the afforestation and reforestation efforts supported by the
BENUE ACReSAL IMPLEMENTS STEPS 5, 6 & 7 IN MAKURDI & VANDEIKYA WATERSHEDS
Towards the successful implementation of the Community Revolving Fund (CRF), the Benue ACReSAL Team engaged with selected Community Interest Groups (CIGs) in the two pioneer watersheds of Vandeikya and Makurdi in Benue State. The State Project Coordinator, Bldr. Victor Ama urged the selected beneficiaries to take advantage CRF scheme to
BENU ACReSAL HOLDS CONSULTATIVE MEETING WITH CIGs IN MAKURDI
The Benue State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) held a consultative meeting with Community Interest Groups in the Makurdi watershed to identify Community Business Agents for the implementation of the Community Revolving Fund (CRF) programme. Declaring the exercise open at Smile View Hotel, Makurdi, the State Project Coordinator, Benue
ACReSAL To REFOREST AGUNDU FOREST RESERVE
The Benue State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) has announced plans to reforest the Agundu Forest Reserve in Gboko local government area to accelerate afforestation in Benue State. The State Project Coordinator of Benue ACReSAL, Bldr. Victor Ama made the disclosure in Gboko during an engagement with the Gboko
BENUE ACReSAL, GWER TRADITIONAL COUNCIL HOLD STAKEHOLDERS’ ENGAGEMENT ON PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
The Benue State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project has joined forces with the Gwer Area Traditional Council to brainstorm on how best to combat the pressing climate challenges confronting the area. A stakeholder engagement was held in Aliade, Gwer Local Government Area with some members of the State
BENUE ACReSAL HAD A STAKEHOLDERS’ ENGAGEMENT WITH GBOKO TRADITIONAL COUNCIL
Following the ACReSAL Project’s approach of recognizing the traditional institution as the entry point into communities, the Benue ACReSAL SPMU led by its vibrant and hardworking SPC, Bldr. Victor Ama, some members of the State Technical Committee and Focal NGO embarked on a sensitization visit to the Gboko Local Government