Shockwaves In Benue! Gov Alia Dismantles Cabinet, Installs Atagher As New Power Broker

Governor Hyacinth Alia has officially dissolved the Benue State Executive Council, ushering in a new phase in his administration, ACCORDING TO IREPORTER ONLINE.

As part of the shake-up, Alia appointed Moses Atagher—former two-term Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in the state—as the new Chief of Staff. Atagher, a seasoned administrator and former Acting Managing Director of the Federal Mortgage Bank, assumes office with immediate effect.

ACCORDING TO IREPORTER ONLINE, the announcement was made by the Governor during the closing session of the 12th Executive Council meeting of 2025. A statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, confirmed the sweeping changes.

While expressing gratitude to the outgoing Commissioners for their service over the past two years, Governor Alia urged those not reappointed to remain loyal to the party and stay engaged in the state’s development agenda. He emphasized that the cabinet reshuffle was part of efforts to give other competent citizens a chance to contribute meaningfully.

The Governor clarified that the dissolution affects only Commissioners, with all former appointees expected to hand over to their respective Permanent Secretaries without delay.

Speaking on behalf of the outgoing cabinet, Bemsen Mnyim thanked the Governor for the opportunity to serve and described the experience as a valuable learning curve.

ACCORDING TO IREPORTER ONLINE, this move signals Governor Alia’s commitment to realigning his administration’s goals as Benue navigates a critical point in its development journey.

”IREPORTER REPORTS”