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From Dooshima Terkura, Makurdi
The Benue Investment and Property Company Limited (BIPC) on Thursday unveiled its new bread factory in Gboko, Benue State.
The Group Managing Director (GMD) and Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of the company, Dr Raymond Asemakaha, said the project was one of the ongoing economic revitalisation strategy in the state.
Asemakaha said Gboko is a strategic vibrant and commercial town in the state therefore needed all the necessary government support.
He announced that the Gboko factory was the third bakery they have opened so far adding that the fourth will be in Otukpo town, in Benue Southe Senatorial District.
While sating that the aim is to turn Benue State which is adjudged as a consumption-based economy into a manufacturing powerhouse, Asemakaha said the bakery is a giant step in that direction.
The GMD/CEO said they will continue to roll out projects in construction, manufacturing, and other sectors to ensure that all 23 LGAs feel the positive economic impact of the Alia’s administration.
He commended Gov Alia for providing support and visionary leadership that has made the project, and many others a reality.
“To the people of Gboko, this bakery is yours. We urge you to own it, protect it, and patronise it. Let the sweet aroma of freshly baked bread be the smell of progress and prosperity for this great community,” he said.
In her remarks, Chief Elizabeth Shuluwa, Board Chairman, BIPC, said the company was only trying to stabilise prices of basic commodities for the good of the people.
She said government was establishing the cottage industries to further create an enabling environment for the private sector to thrive.
She said the new board will continue to support the management to succeed adding that the people should expect more from the company.
Earlier, Mrs Theresa Abeda, Deputy Head, Business Development Strategy, said one loaf of bread is sold at the N1,100 at the factory while retailers are expected to sell not above N1,300 per loaf.
Also, Mr Alumo Orpin, Commissioner for Industry, Trade and Investment said the ministry will continue to work behind the scene to ensure that the company delivers on its mandate.
Orpin said the people should patronise the bread as it was not only fresh but produce at the highest quality.
Also Barr. Terna Ioryoosu, Company Secretary, in his vote of thanks, urged the youths to protect the factory jealously adding that it will not only provide bread but jobs for them.
Our correspondent reports that the Tor Tiv, Prof. James Ayatse represented by Tor Jemgbagh, HRH Chief Afatyo Ajoko inaugurated the bakery describing it as dream come true for Gboko and state in general
He urged the people of Gboko, to own it, protect it, and patronize it for the progress and prosperity of the company and community.
