Categories: Benue news

Benue: Full list of 12 new Permanent Secretaries inaugurated by Ortom

Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom today swore-in 12 new permanent secretaries with a charge on them to be just, fair and equitable in the discharge of their duties.

The swearing-in ceremony held at the New Banquet Hall of the Benue Peoples House, Makurdi with the state Deputy Governor, Engineer Benson Abounu and other key government officials in attendance.

Governor Ortom acknowledged the vital roles played by permanent secretaries especially as accounting officers of Ministries, Departments and Agencies, MDAs, saying they were sworn in to fill the vacuum created by the retirement of most of their colleagues.

While congratulating the permanent secretaries for being found worthy of elevation among other competent persons, the Governor tasked them on loyalty and total commitment to his administration’s philosophy of total abhorrence for corruption, indiscipline and other negative tendencies.

“You should be guided by the fact that to whom much is given, much is also expected. Your loyalty and total commitment to duty and adherence to our philosophy of total abhorrence for corruption, indiscipline and all the negative tendencies that can weigh the State down from moving forward must be your guiding principles,” the Governor noted.

 

Governor Ortom solicited the cooperation and support of all Benue people, members of the State Executive Council and the entire civil servants to enable the new appointees succeed in their assignments, even as he assured them of government support.

Mr. Apir-Ityu Ayaka while responding on behalf of his colleagues said they would strive to serve the state and people based on the dictates of their oath of office.

Those sworn in include Apir-Ityu Ayaka, Stephen Abagi, Samuel Orchir, John Umoor, Chia Ikuluke, Stephen Adah, John Akume, Frank Usa Adi and Tor Moses Leva. Others are Felicia Alubo, Rhoda Gum and Margaret Ikpe.

By Jimin Geoffrey

Treasure Orokpo

A multi-talented individual with a passion for diverse fields, Treasure Orokpo is a trained journalist, skilled cook, and AI enthusiast. When she's not uncovering the latest stories, you can find her whipping up culinary creations in the kitchen and entertainment.

Recent Posts

Soaring rice prices threaten Christmas celebrations for Nigerian families

Rice, a staple for Christmas celebrations in Nigeria, has become a luxury this year. Soaring…

1 day ago

Panic as Stage collapses during Odumodublvck’s performance at Lagos concert

Panic erupted on Saturday at a concert in Lagos when the stage collapsed during Odumodublvck’s…

1 day ago

2025 Budget: FG allocates ₦6.36bn for renovation of Tinubu, Shettima’s official quarters

The Federal Government of Nigeria has allocated ₦6,364,181,224 billion for the refurbishment and rehabilitation of…

1 day ago

Black Market Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today 22nd December 2024

The black market dollar to naira exchange rate for today, 22nd December 2024, can be…

1 day ago

NNPC debunks shutdown rumors, confirms fuel loading at Port Harcourt Refinery

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has refuted claims that the 60,000 barrels per…

1 day ago

‘We have to find a way’ – Guardiola laments after defeat to Aston Villa

Manchester City finds itself in unprecedented turmoil, with relegation-level form showing little sign of improvement.…

1 day ago