Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia has suspended the Chairman State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, Dr.Grace Adagba.
He suspended Adagba with the Chairman of Otukpo Local Government area Maxwell Ogiri and the State Secretary of the Lottery Board Micheal for a person of one month.
According to a statement by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Tersoo Kula,the resolution is in line with the resolution of the Benue Assembly .
” Governor Alia has upheld the resolutions of the Benue State House the of Assembly conveyed to his office regarding the suspension of some public officials.
” In line with the resolutions passed by the House, His Excellency affirms the suspension of the Executive Chairman of Otukpo Local Government Area, Mr. Maxwell Ogiri, for a period of one month, effective from today.
“The suspension of the Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Mrs. Grace Adagba, for a period of one month, and that of the Executive Secretary of the Benue State Lottery Commission, Mr. Michael Uper
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“All the suspension is for a period of one month begining from Wednesday.
“Governor Alia reiterates his unwavering commitment to the rule of law, due process, and the principles of separation of powers.
“He commended the House of Assembly for exercising its constitutional responsibilities and assures the people of Benue State that his administration remained dedicated to transparency, accountability, and good governance.
“The Governor urged all affected institutions to ensure seamless continuity of service delivery during this period and calls on the people of Benue State to continue to support the government’s efforts towards building a state that works for all.”
The Benue Assembly has declined the screening of commissioners nominees untill their resolutions are complied .