Nigerian Concord Newspaper
The Chairman of the Unity Caretaker Committee of Benue State chapter of All Progressive Congress, Chief Benjamin Omale has described the emergence of Hon. Berger Alfred as the new speaker of the Tenth Assembly of the State as a divine elevation.
Chief Omale said this in his congratulaty message to the new speaker during a brief interview with one of our reporters in Makurdi this morning.
Recall that Alfred emerged as speaker on Sunday following the resignation of Dajoh Aondoana as the Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly.
In his speech, the chairman congratulated the new speaker, saying that his emergence was a divine elevation by emerging as speaker the day he was recalled from a three month suspension.
His words: “This historic development is a testimony of God’s providence, the resilience of democratic institutions, and the confidence reposed in Rt. Hon. Emberger by his colleagues. His emergence as Speaker underscores his leadership qualities, commitment to service, and dedication to the progress of our dear state”
Chief Omale also appreciated the governor of the State, Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia for his leadership and fatherly role in the Assembly saga, reconciliation and stability.
He said: “We especially commend His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, whose purposeful leadership and outstanding performance have created the enabling atmosphere for reconciliation, stability, and progress in the political space of Benue State.
“The Governor’s developmental strides, people-centered governance, and unifying spirit continue to inspire confidence and strengthen democratic values in our state’
Also, Chief Omale appreciated other members of the State House of Assembly for their unity, support and maturity with which they handled the recent events at the House of Assembly.
His words: “We equally appreciate the Honourable Members of the House for their unity and maturity in electing one of their own to lead the Assembly at this critical time. This decision will foster even stronger cooperation between the Legislature and the Executive in advancing the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and deepening the transformation already evident in Benue State under Governor Alia’s watch”
The chairman however said that the APC in Benue State is confident that under the leadership of Rt. Hon. Alfred Berger Emberger, the 10th Assembly will provide robust, people-oriented legislation and work harmoniously with the Executive to consolidate the gains of purposeful governance for the good of all Benue people.