Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia showed his disapproval of lateness to work among civil servants when he unexpectedly arrived at the state secretariat and ordered that those who had not resumed work be locked outside.
The Governor got to the secretariat around 10:35 am on Wednesday and found only a handful of workers at their duty posts which made him immediately order the gates to be shut, barring latecomers from entering.
The visit, which was part of an inspection of ongoing renovation projects such as the installation of new lights, revealed the absence of some senior officials and commissioners.
Addressing the situation, Governor Alia expressed disappointment with the lax attitude of the workers and warned them about the repercussions of such behavior.
Speaking to the gathered crowd outside the gate, he reminded them of their critical roles in serving the people of the state.
Alia, who also holds a clerical position, appealed to the workers’ sense of duty and morality, urging them to take their responsibilities more seriously.
He emphasized that their actions have a ripple effect, impacting not only themselves but also their families and the larger community.
The governor highlighted that the ongoing renovations and improvements were for the benefit of the public, not for personal interests.
He further stated that he would not hesitate to take disciplinary actions, including dismissals, if necessary, to ensure accountability among civil servants.
