I’ve no hand in plot to impeach Benue speaker, says Gov. Alia
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, on Friday denied any involvement in the failed attempt to remove Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Aondona Dajoh.
This is contained in a statement issued in Makurdi by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula.
Some members of the assembly attempted to impeach Mr Dajoh on Thursday.
In response, the House, during its plenary on Friday, suspended four members for three months over their roles in the failed impeachment plot.
According to the statement, Mr Alia reiterated his respect for the rule of law and the principle of separation of powers, affirming that he held the assembly in high esteem.
The statement also noted that the governor had consistently responded to communication and resolutions sent to him by the House.
“This commitment was demonstrated only a few days ago when he promptly upheld and implemented critical resolutions of the assembly conveyed to his office,” the statement noted.
Mr Alia reaffirmed his cordial working relationship with the Dajoh-led assembly and pledged continued support for its legislative duties in the interest of Benue State.
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