Alia upholds suspension of SUBEB boss, others by Benue Assembly

By Nicholas Dechi

Benue governor, Hyacinth Alia has upheld the suspension of the Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr Grace Adagba, for one month by the House of Assembly.

The Benue House of Assembly recently passed a resolution to suspend the SUBEB boss for six months, enabling it to investigate her activities at the board.

Alia also upheld the suspension of Executive Chairman of Otukpo Local Government Area, Mr Maxwell Ogiri, and the Executive Secretary of the Lottery Commission, Mr Michael Uper, for a month each by the lawmakers.

The endorsement of the suspension of the officials was announced in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr Tersoo Kula, on Wednesday in Makurdi.

Alia, however, reiterated his unwavering commitment to the rule of law, due process, and the principles of separation of powers.

The governor commended the House of Assembly for exercising its constitutional responsibilities and assured the people of the state of his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and good governance.

He urged all affected institutions to ensure seamless continuity of service delivery during the period of suspension of the officials.

The governor called on the people of the state to continue to support the government’s efforts towards building a state that works for all.

(NAN)