Benue State Governor Alia Assigns Portfolios to 17 New Commissioners

In a significant move to strengthen governance and drive development in Benue State, Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has assigned portfolios to 17 newly appointed commissioners. The announcement, made on Wednesday, follows the dissolution of the previous cabinet at the conclusion of the 12th State Executive Council meeting in July 2025. The former commissioners were directed to hand over their duties to the permanent secretaries of their respective ministries to ensure a smooth transition.

The new commissioners, whose appointments were shared via the state government’s official X account, are tasked with spearheading key sectors to address the state’s developmental challenges and align with Governor Alia’s vision for progress. Below is the list of the newly appointed commissioners and their assigned portfolios:

• Hon. Dr. Paul Ejeh Ogwuche – Commissioner for Health and Human Services
• Dr. Ortese Yanmar – Commissioner for Cooperatives and Rural Development
• Dr. Fredrick Ikyaan – Commissioner for Lands, Survey and Solid Minerals
• Hon. Michael Oglegba – Commissioner for Finance
• Hon. Tiza Isaac Imojime – Commissioner for Youth, Creativity and Innovation
• Hon. Alumo Orpin – Commissioner for Industry, Trade and Investment
• Hon. Ugwu Odoh – Commissioner for Water Resources and Environment
• Hon. Kunde Aondowase – Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management
• Hon. Kwaghgba Amande – Commissioner for ICT and Digital Economy
• Hon. Joseph Ter Jir – Commissioner for Transport and Power/Energy
• Hon. James Dwem – Commissioner for Science and Technology
• Prof. Ornguga Yangien – Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice
• Hon. Theresa Odachi Ikwue – Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development
• Dr. Benjamin Ashaver – Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security
• Dr. Margaret Adamu Ijaguwa – Commissioner for Education and Knowledge Management
• Dr. Peter Oboh Egbodo – Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism
• Hon. Dennis Iyaighgba – Commissioner for Marine and Blue Economy

This diverse team of commissioners reflects a blend of expertise and experience, poised to tackle critical areas such as health, education, agriculture, digital innovation, and environmental sustainability. The inclusion of portfolios like ICT and Digital Economy, as well as Marine and Blue Economy, signals the administration’s commitment to embracing modern economic opportunities and addressing emerging challenges.

Governor Alia’s decision to reconstitute the cabinet comes at a pivotal time as Benue State seeks to enhance service delivery and foster sustainable development. The new commissioners are expected to bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to their respective ministries, aligning with the governor’s agenda to transform the state.

As Benue moves forward under this new leadership structure, residents and stakeholders are hopeful that the appointees will deliver on their mandates, fostering growth and prosperity across the state. For real-time updates and further details on this development, follow trusted sources like The Punch Newspaper on their official platforms.