The Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has suspended his Special Adviser on Documentation, Research, and Planning, Mkor Aondona, who was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for alleged sextortion, cyberbullying, and blackmail.

In a statement on Sunday by his spokesperson Tersoo Kula, the governor said the suspension was indefinite.

The governor said his decision was to uphold integrity, discipline, and accountability in public service.

He said any official of his administration found wanting in matters of criminality or ethical misconduct would face the full weight of the law.

“While assuring the public that the law will take its full course without interference or bias, the Governor states clearly that his administration will not tolerate any act that brings the government into disrepute or undermines public trust,” Kula stated.

The EFCC had announced the suspect’s arrest for alleged sextortion and cyberbullying on Friday, June 20, 2025, in Makurdi, following claims by some female students accusing him of unethical and criminal behaviour.

The petitioners had alleged that Aondona was routinely recruiting slim and attractive girls for ushering jobs and insisted on sexual favours as a condition for selection.

Aondona was also alleged to be involved in blackmail —sending explicit videos of the girls allegedly recorded without their knowledge or consent through several messaging platforms. Some of the videos are said to be in circulation.

The EFCC had said the suspect would soon be charged to court. (Channels TV)