VIOLA DAVIS REJECTS TARGET’S APOLOGY OVER “BLACKFACE” HALLOWEEN COSTUME. (PHOTO).

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  Viola Davis Rejects Target’s Apology Over “Blackface” Halloween Costume Viola Davis has rejected Target’s apology after the retailer pulled a controversial kids’ Halloween costume that critics said evoked racist minstrel and blackface imagery. Target removed the $25 "Kids' Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown" costume from its Hyde and EEK! Boutique line after backlash over the design’s exaggerated features, which many linked to Jim Crow-era minstrel and blackface tropes. The retailer took down the item and issued an apology, saying they “got this wrong” and acknowledging the deep hurt caused to Black customers and employees. Davis, however, turned down the apology. She argued that Target failed to grasp the historical weight and dehumanizing impact of the imagery. “...I do not believe that you understand the impact... the pain... the dehumanization of the above,” Davis said, adding that the incident showed the company was “not on her side” and that such imagery contribu...
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GOV. ALIA LAUNCHES BIPC ECO-CITY ESTATE TO TRANSFORM MAKURDI'S HOUSING LANDSCAPE. (PHOTO).

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 GOV. ALIA LAUNCHES BIPC ECO-CITY ESTATE TO TRANSFORM MAKURDI'S HOUSING LANDSCAPE


10th September, 2025  

Benue State took a bold step toward modern urban development today as Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia officially laid the foundation for the BIPC Eco-City Estate in Makurdi.


Represented by his Deputy, Barr. Sam Ode, mni, Governor Alia reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to making affordable, quality housing a reality for Benue people. He declared that the Eco-City Estate is part of his vision to transform Makurdi into a world-class modern city, complete with strong infrastructure and accessible road networks.


The governor praised the innovative leadership of BIPC’s Group Managing Director, Dr. Raymond Asemakaha-CFA, describing the project as a milestone in reshaping the housing sector. He further encouraged residents and investors to embrace the opportunity, assuring them of government’s continued support.


Dr. Asemakaha disclosed that the Eco-City Estate’s first and second phases will deliver 70 state-of-the-art duplexes, while a third phase will cater specifically to low-income earners. He revealed that BIPC has also secured 30 hectares along Gboko Road to develop an additional affordable housing scheme, designed to ease the rising cost of accommodation in Makurdi.


In her goodwill message, Secretary to the State Government, Dcns Deborah Aber, commended BIPC for its bold vision, noting that the government is also partnering with the Federal Mortgage Bank to provide accessible housing options for civil servants.


Giving technical insight, the General Manager of Real Estate and Infrastructure, Lucy Jato, explained that the estate will feature smart four-bedroom detached apartments equipped with modern facilities, promising comfort and elegance for future residents.


The BIPC Eco-City Estate stands as a landmark project that will not only provide affordable homes but also create jobs, attract investors, and beautify Benue’s capital city.

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