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From Paul Osuyi, Asaba
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State on Thursday charged commissioners and other appointees to lead by example by being role models in their respective ministries.
The governor handed down the charge in Asaba during the swearing-in of three newly commissioners including Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice; Ifeanyi Michael Osuoza, Commissioner for Information; and Prince Kelly Kalanama Penawou, Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs.
Oborevwori said as head of ministries, their personal examples were “the most powerful leadership tool you possess. You must be role models in punctuality, discipline, hard work, excellence, honesty, transparency, and accountability.
“People will do what they see you do, not what you say. Hence, you must endeavour to match your words with actions.
“Let fairness, equity, and justice guide your actions, and you must give every citizen equal opportunity to benefit from our programmes and services.
“In this regard, you must shun ethnic politics and divisive tendencies. You are to maintain an open door policy in your ministries and be accessible to all and sundry.
“I wish to reassure Deltans that with the distraction of the court cases now behind us, this administration is poised to fully focus on the business of advancing Delta State through accelerated infrastructural development, more job opportunities, improved learning climate in our schools, and better working conditions for workers in the public service.
“What we have achieved in the last seven months will pale in comparison to what we are set to do in the months and years ahead. Rest assured, we are determined to make life richer, better, and more fulfilling for all Deltans.”
He charged all political appointees to roll up their sleeves and redouble their efforts to contribute their quota to the effective and successful implementation of the MORE agenda.
“We must reciprocate the massive mandate given to us by the good people of Delta State with sincerity of purpose, empathy with the people, and improved service delivery, in the discharge of our duties.”
Responding, the Commissioner for Information, Ifeanyi Osuoza, expressed appreciation to God and to the Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, for finding them worthy to serve as Commissioners.
He assured Deltans of their resolve to put in their best in the service of the state through the M.O.R.E agenda.
