Few days after he dissolved his cabinet, the Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has transmitted the first batch of Commissioner-nominees to the Benue State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation in line with constitutional provisions.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Terso Kulas said the transmission of the first batch of commissioners to the state House of Assembly for confirmation “marks a significant step in enhancement of the machinery of governance and ensuring effective service delivery across various sectors.

The nominees in the first batch included Hon. Theresa Odachi Ikwue; Hon. Dr. Benjamin Ashaver, Hon. Dr. Adamu Margaret Ijaguwa, . Hon. Dr. Peter Oboh Egbodo and Dr. Yangien Timothy Ornguga.

Others include Hon. Denis Iyaighgba, Hon. James Dwem and Dr. Paul Ejeh Ogwuche

The statement added that the second batch of nominees is expected to be forwarded to the House of Assembly in a matter of days, adding that “the Governor reaffirms his administration’s commitment to transparency, competence, and inclusivity in the selection of individuals who will drive his vision and mission for the state.

It will be recalled that governor Hyacinth Alia dissolved his cabinet and sacked his Chief of Staff few days ago.