Outgoing Head of Service congratulates Successor

The outgoing Cross River State Head of Service, Barr. (Mrs.) Geraldine Akpet-Ekanem has congratulated Mr. Timothy Ogbang Akwaji on his recent appointment as her Successor.

Mrs. Akpet-Ekanem, who described the appointment as “well-deserved,” said Mr. Akwaji’s elevation did not come as a fluke, but by dint of hard work through a career that is reminiscent of service to the State and Country.

The outgoing technocrat further stated that her successor is replete with the requisite capacity to succeed, likening his emergence as “a round peg in a round hole.” She called on the State workforce to give the incoming Head of Service the utmost support to better the Service in particular and the State at large.

She further stated that in line with the Public Service Rules, she is due to retire from the State Civil Service, effective 12 January, 2022; after 35 years of meritorious service to her dear State.

The consummate technocrat also revealed that in view of her statutory retirement as Head of Service, it is proper to leave in order to give the next most senior Permanent Secretary the opportunity to appropriately get to the top of his career in the Service. She therefore called on all Civil Servants irrespective of their ranks to retire from Service as at when due, to allow their subordinates grow in the Service.

“My decision not to stay beyond 12th January, 2022, as amplified in my first meeting with Directors in the Service, has produced a new Head of Service as announced by His Excellency Sir Ben Ayade,” Akpet-Ekanem remarked.

The fulfilled senior citizen used the opportunity to sincerely thank Governor Ayade for availing her the opportunity to serve in such an exalted capacity and contribute her quota to the development of the State.

Mr. Timothy Ogbang Akwaji, until his appointment, was the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of International Development Cooperation and Provost of the College of Permanent Secretaries in the State.

Comments

BREAKING NEWS: Youths of Ikot Ansa Nab Vandals Destroying Public Utilities, Hand Over to Authorities for Prosecution

In a combined effort to curb the rampant vandalism of public utilities in Cross River State, the youth leader of Ikot Ansa, Prince, Victor Otu Iso JR, alongside his community, successfully apprehended criminals involved in the destruction of vital public infrastructure. The vandals were caught red-handed this morning, 13th day of September 2024, as they attempted to steal Amor cables belonging to state transformers at Ekpo Iso. Acting swiftly, the youth leader invited the Special Adviser on Public Utilities, Engr. Dr. Jerome Egbe KSM, and his counterpart on General Duties, Barr. Ekpenyong Akiba, to the scene. The Special Advisers arrived promptly, accompanied by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force from the Federal Division, and took custody of the criminals. The suspects have since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for further interrogation and prosecution. While addressing the youths of Ikot Ansa, Engr. Dr. Egbe and Barr. Akiba commended their

Chevron Opens Employment Portal for New Applicants

Chevron, a leading multinational energy corporation, has officially launched its employment portal, inviting qualified applicants from across the country to apply for various job openings. This move is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to create job opportunities and invest in local talent. According to Converseer , the open portal provides opportunities in various fields, including engineering, project management, finance, human resources, and operations. Candidates are encouraged to apply online by visiting the official Chevron employment portal, where they can submit their applications, upload relevant documents, and monitor the status of their submissions. Chevron’s initiative comes at a time when job creation is a top priority for both private and public sectors, aiming to reduce unemployment rates in the country. The company is looking for candidates who are innovative, team-oriented, and committed to achieving excellence in their respective fields. Interested applicants

Mass Communication Alumni: Class of 2006-2010, Donate Public Address System, Lecterns to Unicross Mass Communication Department

The Cross River University of Technology (CRUTECH) Mass Communication Alumni, Class of 2006-2010, have donated a Public Address System and two lecterns to the Department of Mass Communication. This philanthropic act underscores the alumni’s dedication to enhancing educational resources and supporting the development of the institution that played a pivotal role in their formative years. The donation ceremony took place on Monday, July 29, 2024, at the office of the Head of the Department of Mass Communication. During the event, Mr. Usani Ebri Omini, President of the 2006-2010 Alumni Association, expressed the collective sentiment of his peers. "Our time in the department was transformative, and although we lost some colleagues along the way, those experiences shaped who we are today," he said. "We are a young association, but today marks the beginning of our journey to give back. We are committed to supporting the Mass Communication Department continuously." Mr. O

Detailing News

Search This Blog