The Benue State Governor Hycienth Alia on Friday in Makurdi inaugurated the executives of the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (BSIEC)
The governor while performing the inauguration charged the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (BSIEC) to conduct free, fair, and credible polls that will reflect the wishes of the good people of the state.
Governor Alia gave the charge on Thursday, at the New Banquet Hall of the Benue State Government House, while he was inaugurating the Chairman and members of the Commission.
Alia charged them to immediately commence the processes for the conduct of the local government council elections in the State, assuring them of the government’s commitment to upholding the independence of the Commission.
“I entrust upon you the responsibility of ensuring the consolidation of democracy at this vital level by conducting elections that are free, fair, and credible, accurately reflecting the will and aspirations of the people of Benue State. Our people deserve nothing less than a system where their voices are heard through their votes.
“I want to assure you of the government’s commitment to upholding the independence of the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission. You can count on the full support of the government in the discharge of your duties,” Alia assured.
While thanking the Electoral Commission members for accepting to serve the State in that capacity, Governor Alia implored them to consider the crucial role they are going to play in laying the foundation for democracy in the state, especially as the Local Government Councils and council wards serve as the primary interface between the government and the people.
He called on the good people of the state to join hands with the State Electoral Commission to ensure the success of democratic processes in the state.
Responding, the inaugurated chairman of the Commission, Dr. John Chen, said they understood the duties of their offices and the yearnings of the people of Benue State.
He said they will not disappoint the people of the State, insisting that they have a very clear vision of what is expected of them.
Those inaugurated were Dr. John Chen – Chairman, Terhemen Shom, Theodore Iordye Uchi, Aikighe Deva, Isaac Edache, Mrs. Gloria Clement and Peter Baba Ogagbolo.
