Immediate past Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom has issued a congratulatory message to Senator George Akume over his appointment as Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

In a statement by his Media Aide, Terver Akase, Ortom said the appointment of Senator Akume is a well-deserved one.

He described the former Governor of the state as a seasoned administrator whose wealth of experience will add immense value to the present administration.

He commended President Tinubu for honouring Benue by appointing a son of the state to the exalted position of SGF.

“His Excellency Ortom prays for God’s guidance to enable Senator Akume to serve the country diligently and successfully”, the statement added.