Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State on Wednesday charged the new permanent secretaries to see their appointment as an opportunity to contribute to the development of the state through selfless service.
Ortom gave the charge during the inauguration of eight permanent secretaries held at the new banquet hall of the Government House, Makurdi and enjoined them to imbibe honesty, patriotism and accountability in the discharge of their duties.
He also appealed to family members, friends and associates of the new permanent secretaries to refrain from mounting undue financial and other pressures that would distract them from serving the state well.
According to the governor, “You have been chosen out of many others that are qualified because we believe you will live up to the expectation of the office as well as stand out as role models in your private and public life.
“Similarly, honesty, patriotism and accountability, among others, are required of you especially as you handle sensitive state matters.
“Due to the confidential issues that may come before you, we implore you to always have the interest of the state and the public good above other considerations.
Ortom assured the appointees that government will support and encourage them with the necessary logistics and tools to succeed in their official duties.
The newly appointed permanent secretaries are; Godwin Tighil, Agbo Ochekpe, Beatrice Tsavmbu, Helen Nyikyaa, and Suleiman Ali.
Others are; Gabriel Ameh, Joy Adole and Terkimbir Sende.
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