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Alia nominates six commissioners as ex-council members exit

Governor Hyacinth Alia nominates six new commissioners to the Benue State House of Assembly, strengthening his executive council. See the full list of Benu Read More: https://punchng.com/alia-nominates-six-commissioners-as-ex-council-members-exit/

Alia nominates six commissioners as ex-council members exit

Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has submitted the names of six new commissioners to the state House of Assembly for approval. The nominees are stepping into the shoes of six executive council members who resigned to run for local elections. The governor's aim is to bolster the state's executive council with fresh talent and skills.

The six nominees are Kuma Aii Yenge, Roy Ashirga Terna, Angwa Egbe Monday, Elizabeth Onma Ogenyi, Solomon Iorpev, and Nick Eworo. The governor has urged the House to swiftly and favorably consider the nominees.

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