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Gov Alia Fires Special Adviser Over Sextortion, Cyberbulling , Blackmail 

By Isaac Kertyo, Makurdi 

Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Iormem Alia,  has directed the immediate and indefinite suspension of Mr Aondona Mkor, his Special Adviser on Documentation, Research and Planning following his arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over  alleged involvement in Sextortion, Cyberbulling and blackmail. 

In a statement by the Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, says the Governor’s decision was in line with his unwavering commitment to integrity, discipline and accountability in public service.

The statement reads in part” He says any official of his administration found wanting in matters of criminality or ethical misconduct will face the full weight of the law.”

The Governor assured the public that the law will take its full course on the matter without interference or bias, stressing that his administration will not tolerate any act that would bring the government into disrepute or undermines public trust.

The Governor, maintained that public office is a call to serve with honor, transparency, responsibility and anyone who deviates from this path will have no place in his government.

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