The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, has announced that the ommission will be inaugurating several projects in the Niger Delta region to commemorate President Bola Tinubu’s second year in office.
Ogbuku, who spoke during the NDDC Quarterly Management meeting with staff at the commission’s headquarters in Port Harcourt, called on the staff to brace for new challenges in developing the oil-rich region for the agency to deliver more people-oriented projects.
This was contained in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Friday by the NDDC Director of Corporate Affairs, Seledi Thompson-Wakama.
Ogbuku expressed satisfaction with the commission’s recent achievements, especially in project delivery, pointing out that the interventionist agency had lined up projects to mark Tinubu’s second anniversary.
He assures all that while the staff give their best in discharging their responsibility, the board and management will not hesitate to meet their needs.
Ogbuku stated, “With your support, the NDDC has gained significant awards and commendations locally and internationally, including commendation from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.”
He further highlighted the commission’s success in road construction and solar street light installations under the transformative “Light Up the Niger Delta” project.
As part of the NDDC’s 25th anniversary celebrations, several developmental projects have been inaugurated across Delta, Rivers, Abia, Imo, and Bayelsa states. Ogbuku announced that another round of project inauguration will commence this month to reinforce the commission’s ongoing commitment to regional development.
He urged staff to continue their dedication to the commission’s mission, emphasising that their contributions are crucial to its growth and impact.
The NDDC Director of Administration and Human Resources, Mr Patrick Ekade, said regular engagements with staff were responsible for the cordiality between management and staff.
He commended staff for their professionalism and encouraged continued support for management initiatives.
He also acknowledged the collaboration between the commission and the staff union.
The meeting also witnessed a raffle draw, in which two staff members won various prizes, including a three-bedroom house, a brand-new car, and household equipment.
Earlier, the NDDC Managing Director met with the newly elected executives of the NDDC Staff Union, where he charged them to prioritise the region’s development over personal gains.
