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GOVERNOR ALIA SUBMITS FIRST BATCH OF COMMISSIONER NOMINEES TO BENUE ASSEMBLY

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By NelsonOgbu

The Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has submitted the first list of commissioner-nominees to the Benue State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation, in accordance with the provisions of the Nigerian Constitution.

The submission marks a major step in Governor Alia’s efforts to strengthen governance and improve service delivery in the state.

The nominees in the first batch include:

1. Hon. Theresa Odachi Ikwue

2. Hon. Dr. Benjamin Ashaver

3. Hon. Dr. Adamu Margaret Ijaguwa

4. Hon. Dr. Peter Oboh Egbodo

5. Dr. Yangien Timothy Ornguga

6. Hon. Denis Iyaighgba

7. Hon. James Dwem

8. Dr. Paul Ejeh Ogwuche

According to the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula, a second batch of nominees is expected to be forwarded to the House of Assembly in the coming days.

Governor Alia reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparency, competence, and inclusivity in selecting individuals who will drive the state’s development agenda.