…..Stresses teamwork.
The Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji has called on the new political appointees in the state to prioritize teamwork towards guaranteeing the successful implementation of the six developmental pillars of his administration.
Speaking through the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Habibat Adubiaro during a meeting with the newly engaged Political appointees in Ado Ekiti, Governor Oyebanji urged them to see their appointments as a call for dedicated service rather than personal aspirations.
Oyebanji stressed the need for them to view their appointment as a privilege and opportunity to serve the people rather than a pursuit of individual ambitions.
The governor who said that their appointments were based on merit and the perceived ability to deliver on the assignments given to them, however stressed his administration’s zero tolerance for non-performance and failure.
“I appeal to every one of you to take this responsibility seriously. I know that the task is onerous but winnable. Let us bond for the greater good and well-being of the people of our dear State. For me, this is a call for dedicated service rather than personal aspirations”, he said.
Oyebanji added that in line with the spirit of equity and fairness, Government would insist on the production three years tax clearance before appointments were regularized, stressing that the issue of payment of tax remained a priority of the present administration and political office holders must lead by example.
Assuring that his inclusive form of governance is all encompassing, he nevertheless, advised the political office holders to avail themselves with the official channel of communication in the Public Service to ensure a smooth and orderly administrative structure.
In his remarks, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Political Matters, Chief Jide Awe advised the appointees to be civil in the discharge of their duties and shun actions that are inimical to the progress of the administration.
Also speaking, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media/Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Yinka Oyebode gave the appointees the administrative convenience tips and advised them to be upright in their services to the people of the state and be loyal to the Governor.