Toba Owojaiye Reporting
One of the newly appointed commissioners in the government of the Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Mr. Osilama J Okuofu has been receiving commendations for his efforts in facilitating appointments into the state government in less than three months in office.
The commendation came on the heels of the recent appointments of Senior Special Assistants and Special Assistants made by Governor Obaseki which were facilitated by the economic and financial expert, Okuofu.
According to a letter of appreciation written by a community leaders and chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP in Etsako East Local Government Area of the State, Comrade Ahmed Sanni State and sighted by Truth Live News, the appointments is said to have created some sort of moral booster for the youths in the community and brought empowerment to the youths of the LGA.
Hon Osi Okuofu was praised for being the brain behind Gov Obaseki’s appointment of Ten Special Assistants (10 SAs), Three Senior Special Assistants (3SSAs) from Etsako East LGA and the appointment of 1 LG Special Adviser and 2 Supervisory Councillors.
These appointments are expected to empower deserving youths in the local government and have garnered significant recognition and praise. Sanni commended Commissioner Okuofu for recognizing the potential of these young individuals and providing them with the opportunity to actively contribute to the local government’s progress and development.
The letter also highlighted Commissioner Okuofu’s commitment to promoting youth-led initiatives and ensuring their active participation in governance, fostering a brighter future for the community. Sanni praised the careful selection process employed in making these appointments and Commissioner Okuofu’s foresight in harnessing the local youth population’s potential.
In conclusion, Hon. Ahmed Steve Sanni expressed his profound appreciation for Commissioner Osilama Okuofu’s pivotal role in appointing deserving youth to government positions, with hopes for continued success and prosperity under his leadership. The letter underscores the positive impact of youth empowerment through strategic government appointments.