His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has approved the appointment of Hon. Mathias Agbo Omikpa as Special Adviser on Rural Development and Community Mobilization.
The appointment aligns with Governor Alia’s commitment to deepening grassroots governance, strengthening rural infrastructure development, and enhancing effective community mobilization across Benue State.
Hon. Omikpa is an accomplished administrator, human resources professional, entrepreneur, and politician. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, and a Diploma in Personnel Management from Benue State University, Makurdi.
His extensive work experience includes serving as Executive Director of OMIX Group in Ugbokolo from 2012 until his appointment, where he oversaw operations, agricultural and enterprise management, staff supervision, and business development.
Over the years, he has also served as elected Councillor representing Amejo Ward in Okpokwu Local Government Area, Director General of the Daniel Onjeh Campaign Organization, and Campaign Coordinator for the Buhari/Osibanjo Presidential Campaign in Benue South Senatorial District. He contributed to national assignments as a member of the Federal Government Extended Special Public Works Programme Selection Committee in Benue State and participated in the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council during the 2023 general elections.
The governor expressed confidence that Hon. Omikpa’s wealth of experience and dedication to public service will significantly contribute to strengthening rural development initiatives and community mobilization efforts across Benue State.
