From Joseph Uchenna, Makurdi
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia on Friday transmitted the first batch of Commissioner-nominees to the Benue State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation in line with constitutional provisions.
This comes barely two days after the Governor sacked all the Commissioners during the State Executive Council meeting on Wednesday
According to a press statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor Tersoo Kula, ‘this development marks a significant step in enhancement of the machinery of governance and ensuring effective service delivery across various sectors.
The nominees in the first batch include, Hon. Theresa Odachi Ikwue, Hon. Dr. Benjamin Ashaver, Hon. Dr. Adamu Margaret Ijaguwa, Hon. Dr. Peter Oboh Egbodo, Dr. Yangien Timothy Ornguga, Hon. Denis Iyaighgba, Hon. James Dwem and Dr. Paul Ejeh Ogwuche
“The second batch of nominees is expected to be forwarded to the House of Assembly in a matter of days.
“The Governor reaffirms his administration’s commitment to transparency, competence, and inclusivity in the selection of individuals who will drive his vision and mission for the state” the statement said.
