Governor Alia Dissolves Exco, Appoints New Chief of Staff
The Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has dissolved the state Executive Council.
The decision was announced by the Governor at the close of the 12th meeting for the year of the State Executive Council on Wednesday in Makurdi.
He appreciated all the Commissioners for their contributions to the state in the last two years and wished them well in their future endeavours.
Governor Alia urged them not to waiver in their support to the government and the All Progressives Congress, hinting that some of them may be reappointed.
The Syndicate reports that the former Commissioners were directed to handover to the Permanent Secretaries of their respective ministries.
Speaking on behalf of the dissolved Commissioners, Barr. Bemsen Mnyim, appreciated the Governor for giving them the opportunity to serve the state.
According to him, “…at every stage in life, everywhere you are called to serve is a school. We have learnt a lot while working with you”.
Meanwhile, Governor Alia has appointed with immediate effect, a former two term Attorney General of the state and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Moses Atagher as his new Chief of Staff.
