Benue State governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, on Wednesday, August 9th, 2023, commissioned the first Benue Computerized Vehicle Inspection Service (BECVIS), located at the North Bank part of Makurdi, the state capital.
Performing the ceremony, the governor said the introduction of BECVIS is a testament to the commitment of his administration to modernize the systems of governance, instill efficiency and also ensure the safety of the citizens and the roads in the state.
On the importance of BECVIS to the state, the governor said it will serve as a center for the issuance of automated roadworthiness certificates, testing of would-be drivers for driver’s license acquisition, and also identifying mechanical faults on vehicles. He added that the place will revolutionize vehicle inspection conduct, making the system faster, more accurate, and more reliable.
He commended Temple Group Limited, headed by Prince Segun Obayendo, for partnering with the state government to execute the project under Public Partnership, pointing out that, the government does not have all the resources to provide everything for the citizenry, hence the need to collaborate with the private sector.
The governor called on the stakeholders and leaders in the transport sector, government agencies as well as law enforcement agencies to give maximum cooperation and also educate people of the state on the benefits of regular vehicle inspections.
The center is the first among the four centers to be built across the state, with the other three to be situated in Otukpo, Gboko, and Katsina-Ala.
While calling for the project to be fully integrated into the State Central Billing System (CBS) for transparency, the governor directed all vehicles from MDAs and local government areas in the state to be brought to BECVIS for inspection, saying it will set the pace for private and commercial vehicles to follow.
Earlier in his address, the acting Permanent Secretary and Director of Administration and Supply in the state Ministry of Transport, Mr. Nick Ajoko, said the commissioning will usher in an era where the roadworthiness of cars in the state will be tested by computerized systems. This will equally put an end to cases of leakages and racketeering in the issuance of certificates of roadworthiness.
He commended the governor for demonstrating an uncommon passion for the state and for trying to reposition the ministry. He called for more personnel and equipment to enable the ministry to serve the state better.
