Benue Governor, Alia Appoints Linda Ene Agada As Special Adviser on MSMEs, Microfinance

In a strategic move aimed at strengthening economic development and empowering small businesses across Benue State, Governor Hyacinth Alia has appointed Miss Linda Ene Agada as the Special Adviser on MSMEs and Microfinance.

Mrs. Agada, a distinguished entrepreneur and advocate for women’s economic inclusion, brings a wealth of experience in business development, financial management, and entrepreneurship training to her new role. Her appointment is seen as a deliberate effort by the Alia-led administration to promote financial inclusion, support local enterprises, and create sustainable economic growth at the grassroots level.

Known for her commitment to youth and women empowerment, Miss. Agada has over the years contributed immensely to capacity-building programs and business mentorship initiatives across the North Central region. Her appointment has been widely commended by stakeholders within the MSME sector, who describe her as a visionary leader with deep understanding of the challenges facing small-scale businesses.

In her remarks following the announcement, Miss. Agada expressed gratitude to Governor Alia for the confidence reposed in her and pledged to work tirelessly towards realizing the administration’s vision of building a vibrant, inclusive, and self-reliant economy in Benue State.

“This appointment is a call to service. I am deeply committed to ensuring that MSMEs in Benue State have access to finance, mentorship, and markets to thrive. We will strengthen microfinance systems and promote entrepreneurship as a key driver of our state’s development,” she said.

With this appointment, the Benue State government is expected to roll out new initiatives aimed at empowering local entrepreneurs, facilitating access to microcredit, and fostering partnerships with financial institutions to boost productivity and job creation.

Miss. Linda Ene Agada’s entry into the Governor’s team marks another milestone in the administration’s efforts to harness the potential of small and medium-scale enterprises as engines of growth and social transformation.