From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi
Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia has sworn-in 21 caretaker chairmen with a call on them to be transparent, work hard and contribute to their individual local governments.
Addressing the newly appointees shortly after their their inauguration at Government House, Tuesday Morning, the Governor said with their appointment, his administration has demonstrated determination to re-inject vibrancy in the administration of local government system.
He said their selection as caretaker committee chairmen was based on their contributions to the development of the state and the country as a whole.
He cautioned that the local government being among the three tiers of government, is critical to the operation of his administration as it will play a major role in the provision of social services to the people.
While he cautioned them against mismanagement of resources, Alia urged them to provide the needed change in their respective council areas saying that there is no room for financial mismanagement.
“I urge you to work with relevant stakeholders for smooth running of your councils. I assure you that the present administration under my care would ensure poverty reduction through various schemes.” Alia said.
Speaking on behalf of the appointees, Hon Philip Achua pledged their support to the governor for the success of his administration.
He said they would adhere to the dos and don’ts as stipulated in the Constitution.
He also added that they would ensure the grassroot felt the impact of his 7point agenda, while calling for team work from the masses to ensure they succeeded in the local government.
Those inaugurated include Hon. Onazi Agbese Charles for Ado local government, Hon. Ochayi Alidu for Apa local government, Hon. Agber Iorkyaan for Buruku Local Government, Hon. Agber Tavershima Abraham for Gboko Local Government, Hon. Simon Unongo for Guma Local Government, and Hon. Agbo Comfort for Gwer – East Local Government.
Others include Hon. Henry Agba for Gwer-West, Hon. Francis Zanzan for Katsina-ala Local Government, Hon. Philip Achua for Konshisha Local Government, Rev. Mark Teryila Hule for Kwande Local Government, Rev. Jonathan Iorliam Adagbe for Logo Local Government, and Hon. James Dwem for Makurdi Local Government.
Also sworn in were Hon. Okoh Joseph for Ogbadibo Local Government, Hon. Samson Okoh for Ohimini Local Government, Hon.Onyilo Douglas Omale for Okpokwu Local Government, Hon. Alfred Oketa Omakwu for Otukpo Local Government, and Hon. Roy Terna Ashirga for Tarka Local Government.
Hon. Alex Avakaa for Ushongo Local Government, Rev. Haanongon Gideon for Ukum local government.