Gov. Samuel Ortom of Benue on Tuesday in Makurdi swore in Acting Chairmen for six local governments, following the suspension of the affected area’s chairmen by the State House of Assembly.
The News Agency of Nigeria, reports that the local government bosses were suspended by the legislators on Monday, Jan. 21, on the request of Ortom. Ortom, in a letter transmitted to the legislators, had accused the local chairmen of “gross misconduct”. Their suspension is for an initial period of three months.
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“If you grab government money, you will get into trouble. The Bible says money is the root of all evil. Wait patiently for God’s appointed time for you to make genuine money and not ill-gotten wealth,” he warned. He also admonished Benue residents to eschew violence, especially during and after the forthcoming polls and urged the chairmen to ensure absolute peace in their respective areas.
Responding on behalf of her colleagues, the acting chairman of Makurdi Local Government, Mrs. Lym Goon, appreciated Ortom for the appointments, and promised to do everything possible to make him proud. She also promised to work toward the success of the PDP in the forthcoming general elections.
The Nation
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