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Gov Alia swears in 23 caretaker committee chairmen in Benue
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue swore in 23 caretaker committee chairmen on Friday.
Performing the ceremony at the Government House in Makurdi, Alia charged the chairmen to deliver quality services to the people at the local level.
The governor had requested the House of Assembly to extend the tenure of the caretaker committees to allow the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission, BSIEC, enough time to conduct council elections in the state.
The State House of Assembly had screened and confirmed the nominees sent to them by the governor, but Timothy Hembaor, the earlier nominee from Ushongo LGA, was replaced with Mvendaga Atetan.
Alia charged the chairmen to forfeit excuses and serve their local government areas diligently, to ensure that their work reflected the manifesto of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state.
He urged them to give their best, especially as his administration had granted autonomy to the local governments.
The governor charged them to remain at their various duty posts, attending to the needs of the people and ensuring that the residents enjoyed the dividends of democracy.
He urged them to copy the infrastructural strides at the state level down to the local government level, as his administration plans to ensure such infrastructural developments are replicated at the third tier of government in the state.
Responding on behalf of the chairmen, the Caretaker Chairman of Konshisha Local Government Area, Philip Achuah, said that they would do their best to replicate the governor’s efforts at the local level.
Achuah appreciated the governor for granting quasi-autonomy to the local government system in the state and promised that they would not fail in their duties.
The newly inaugurated Caretaker Committee Chairmen are Guda Dennis (Vandeikya), Philip Achuah (Konshisha), Shaku Justine (Katsina-Ala); Neji Terhile (Kwande), Avar Verlumun (Gboko), Roy Terna Ashirga (Tarkaa), Agber Cephas (Buruku), James Dwem (Makurdi) and Mrs Comfort Agbo (Gwer East).
Others are Henry Agba (Gwer-West), Unongo Simon (Guma), Mvendaga Atetan (Ushongo), Iorzaa Victor (Ukum), Benjamin Uzenda (Logo), Mrs Gloria Ogebe (Ado), Philip Ebenyaku (Agatu), Ochai Alidu (Apa), Adekpe Onum (Obi), Emmanuel Aba (Ogbadibo), Adugbo Fred (Ohimini), Dr Wilson Eche (Otukpo), Onyilo Omale (Okpokwu) and Ire Arubi (Oju).
By Gloria Ikibah
As part of the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the House of Representatives is set to lead a historic march on Monday, November 25, 2024, in a bold effort to tackle gender-based violence (GBV) in the country.
The march, which begins at 8:00 AM, will see over 1,000 participants, including lawmakers and members of the public walk from the National Assembly to the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in Abuja. The event will culminate in the submission of a petition to the Inspector General of Police, demanding decisive action against GBV and greater protection for vulnerable groups.
Speaking about the initiative, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD., GCON, said, “This march and the activities that follow are not mere gestures but a reflection of our determination to confront gender-based violence head-on. We are committed to building a society where justice, equality, and safety prevail for all Nigerians.”
In a statement by the House Spokesperson, Rep. Akin Rotimi on Saturday in Abuja, he said, “The 10th House of Representatives has reaffirmed its commitment to systemic reforms, collaboration, and accountability in the fight against gender-based violence.
“In addition to the march, the House has outlined key activities in alignment with its Legislative Agenda (2023–2027) to sustain awareness and action throughout the campaign period.
“Sash Demonstration Ceremony – Tuesday, November 26, 2024
“Convergence of State Assembly Speakers – Monday, December 9, 2024. A strategic meeting at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, will bring together Speakers of State Houses of Assembly to discuss legislative measures for combating GBV nationwide.
“National Citizens’ Summit and GBV Conference 2024 – Tuesday, December 10, 2024. The summit will focus on constitutional reforms and securing endorsements for gender equality initiatives led by the House of Representatives”.
Naijablitznews.com reports that this year’s 16 Days of Activism aims to galvanise nationwide efforts and inspire collective action to protect human rights, ensure justice, and create a safer, more equitable Nigeria.
President Bola Tinubu has departed Galeao Air force Basa (SBGL) Airport, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Saturday, for Abuja after attending the 19th G20 Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The President is due to arrive at the Presidential Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at 10.00 p.m. (Nigerian time).
President Tinubu had attended the G20 Leaders summit where he endorsed the global alliance against hunger and poverty, which he said was pivotal.
The President also held bilateral talks with Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), who commended his administration’s economic reforms and their positive indicators.
He also presided over the signing of a 2.5 billion dollar Letter of Intent between the Nigerian government and the JBS S.A., a Brazilian company and one of the top three largest meat processing companies in the World.
The president was accompanied in the trip by senior government officials including the minister of foreign affairs yusuf Tuggar, the national security adviser, Nuhu RIBADU and many others.
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