BREAKING: Gov Alia sacks all commissioners, appoints new Chief of Staff

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has officially dissolved the Benue State Executive Council, marking a major shake-up in the state’s administration.

In a significant appointment following the dissolution, the Governor named Barrister Moses Atagher as the new Chief of Staff. A two-term former Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Benue State, Atagher brings a wealth of experience to the role.

He is also a former Acting Managing Director of the Federal Mortgage Bank and is widely regarded as a seasoned administrator. His appointment takes immediate effect.

The decision was announced by the Governor at the close of the 12th (2025) meeting of the Benue State Executive Council.

He appreciates all the former Commissioners who worked with him for two years, calling on those who may not be called back or reappointed to stay in the party and continue to liaise with the system as they are only paving way for other citizens who may be chosen to replace them to also contribute their quota.

Apart from the Chief of Staff, the Governor announced that the dissolution affects only Commissioners.

Speaking on behalf of the dissolved Commissioners, Barr. Bemsen Mnyim appreciates the Governor for giving them the opportunity to serve the state.

According to him, “at every stage in life, everywhere you are called to serve is a school. We have learnt a lot while working with you”.

The former Commissioners are directed to handover to the Permanent Secretaries of their Ministries as soon as possible.