Gov. Hyacinth Alia Inaugurates first female SSG, expresses confidence in Benue Women

By David Odama

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, on Thursday said his administration has confidence and trust in the ability of Benue Women to deliver on any given responsibility.

Governor Alia stated this at the Old Banquet Hall of the Benue State Government House Makurdi, while inauguration of Barr. Aber Serumun Deborah, as the first female Secretary to the State Government (SSG) in Benue State.

The governor in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula, said his administration recognized and place high premium on the important of women in society, adding that the appointment of Barr.

“As the first woman ever to be appointed as Secretary to the State Government in Benue State, Barr. Aber Serumun Deborah’s appointment is a testament to the confidence I and indeed this administration have in the abilities of the women of Benue.

“We recognize the important roles women play in our society and this appointment reflects our determination to elevate merit and diversity in leadership,” the governor emphasized.

The governor expressed absolute confidence in the ability of the new SSG to carry out her assigned duties, saying she will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective coordination of government activities, fostering collaboration across ministries and driving the policies and initiatives that will lead to the sustainable development of the state, assuring her of the full confidence of his administration.

He called on public servants, stakeholders and the entire people of Benue to give the new SSG and his administration the needed support to succeed, stating that the work of building the State involves collective efforts, urging all to support and collaborate with his administration in the pursuit of progress and development in the state.

Responding, the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. Aber Serumun Deborah, appreciated God and Governor Hyacinth Alia, for the opportunity given her to serve the State as the first female SSG.

She promised to pilot the affairs of her office with diligence and dedication in line with the administration’s blueprint, setting the foundation for a better and more prosperous Benue.