The Executive Director, Projects, Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission, (DESOPADEC), Olorogun Taleb Tebite, has stated that the Board’s drive is to ensure that the MORE Agenda of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is achievable.
Tebite who made this known on Tuesday in Warri, when he played host to members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ughelli Correspondents’ Chapel, thanked former governor Ifeanyi Okowa, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and God Almighty for his appointment as the Executive Director, Project of the DESOPADEC Board.
He assured that the management and staff of DESOPADEC would prudently apply its resources towards achieving the MORE AGENDA of the State Governor.
According to him, the present sets of management of DESOPADEC are result-oriented individuals who would collaborate with other agencies for the maximum benefit of all Deltans.
“We do not work in isolation with the government. We work in conformity with the MORE AGENDA of our amiable governor to change the narratives of the state.
“I can assure you that DESOPADEC won’t fail the people. We do things to make the people out there know that in Sheriff, we trust, and on God, we build our hope.
“We shall apply everything given to us judiciously in making sure that all we are given to do are done perfectly well.”
While seeking greater interaction and understanding among newsmen, the Project Director charged the members of the NUJ to discharge their duties without prejudice, urging journalists to report nothing but the truth.
Earlier, the Chairman of Ughelli Correspondents’ Chapel, Comrade Sunday Apah, in his speech, thanked Taleb Tebite for his warm reception, assuring that members of the Chapel would perform their duties accordingly.
He said, “It is a great privilege for us to be in the presence of someone who plays a pivotal role in the development and progress of our great nation.
“First and foremost, I would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to you, sir, on your recent appointment as the Director of Projects at DESOPADEC.
“Your wealth of experience, dedication, and commitment to service have undoubtedly earned you this prestigious position. We have faith that under your capable leadership, DESOPADEC will continue to make significant strides toward the socio-economic advancement of our beloved state and country.
“As journalists, it is our duty to inform, educate, and advocate for the well-being of the Nigerian people. We believe that our work is closely aligned with the mission of DESOPADEC in uplifting the lives of the people in the oil-bearing and impacted communities through the execution of sustainable development projects.
“We are committed to providing accurate and unbiased reporting on the progress and impact of these projects, thereby promoting transparency and accountability.
“Furthermore, we acknowledge the vital role that DESOPADEC plays in fostering peace, unity, and equitable development in the oil and gas-producing communities.
As watchdogs, we are committed to highlighting the positive impact of your projects on the lives of the people, as well as shedding light on any challenges or areas that require improvement.
“We believe that through constructive engagement and collaboration, we can collectively work towards overcoming these challenges and achieving the desired outcomes.
“In this digital age, where information is disseminated at an unprecedented pace, the role of journalists has become even more crucial.
“We are aware of the tremendous efforts made by DESOPADEC in leveraging technology and innovation to drive development initiatives and we are ready to embrace these advancements and utilize various media platforms to effectively communicate the achievements, aspirations, and challenges faced by DESOPADEC.”
Credit: Independent Newspaper
