The Executive Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has put forward a list of Commissioner nominees to the Benue State House of Assembly.
This was announced via a Press Statement signed by Sir Tersoo Kula, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Benue State Government, on Friday 1 August, 2025.
Govenor Alia included eight (8) nominees in the first batch of the list, with the seond batch expected to be submitted “in a matter of days”.
The Press Statement reads: “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.
“This development 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:
1. Hon. Theresa Odachi Ikwue
2. Hon. Dr. Benjamin Ashaver
3. Hon. Dr. Adamu Margaret Ijaguwa
4. Hon. Dr. Peter Oboh Egbodo
5. Dr. Yangien Timothy Ornguga
6. Hon. Denis Iyaighgba
7. Hon. James Dwem
8. Dr. Paul Ejeh Ogwuche
“The second batch of nominees is expected to be forwarded to the House of Assembly in a matter of days.
“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.”
