Gov Alia Names New DG For Digital Infrastructure Agency

Gov Alia Names New DG For Digital Infrastructure Agency

The Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has approved the appointment of Mr. Solomon Terkimbi Adagba as Director General of the Benue State Digital Infrastructure Services Management Enforcement Agency (BENDISMEA).

The appointment takes immediate effect.

While congratulating Adagba on his new role, the Governor charges him to always put the state first in all considerations in the course of performing his job.

He advised the new Director General to ensure his focus remains firmly fixed on the vision and mission of the administration, adding that everything must always be about Benue.

Mr. Adagba, a member of the Nigeria Computer Society and Computer Professionals, holds an MSc in Computer Science from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

He has extensive knowledge and experience in computer and digital infrastructure management.

The agency was created alongside Benue Digital Infrastructure Company with the aim to establish and enforce regulations governing the deployment and management of digital infrastructure within the state, ensuring compliance with local and national standards. It could also monitor the usage and maintenance of digital infrastructure, ensuring that service providers adhere to regulations and standards. Additionally, it could address any violations or issues that arise, among many other functions.

The Governor believes that considering the antecedents of Mr. Adagba, he will deliver effectively on his new mandate.