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Benue Assembly Resolution: Governor Alia suspends SUBEB boss, others

This was announced in a statement by the chief press secretary to the governor, Tersoo Kula, on Wednesday in Makurdi.

• August 20, 2025
Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia
Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia [Credit; Daily Post Nigeria]

Governor Hyacinth Alia has suspended the chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board, Grace Adagba, for one month following a resolution of the House of Assembly.

This was announced in a statement by the chief press secretary to the governor, Tersoo Kula, on Wednesday in Makurdi.

The House of Assembly has passed a resolution to suspend the SUBEB boss for six months, enabling it to investigate her activities at the board.

Others suspended included the executive chairman of Otukpo Local Government Area, Maxwell Ogiri, and the executive secretary of the lottery commission, Michael Uper, for a month each.

Mr Alia, however, reiterated his unwavering commitment to the rule of law, due process, and the principles of separation of powers.

The governor commended the House of Assembly for exercising its constitutional responsibilities and assured the people of the state of his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and good governance.

He urged all affected institutions to ensure seamless continuity of service delivery during the period of suspension of the officials.

The governor called on the people of the state to continue supporting the government’s efforts to build a state that works for all.

(NAN)

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