CALABAR – The Director General of the Cross River State Agency for the Control of HIV/AIDS (CR-SACA), Dr Charles Iwara, has called on staff of the Agency to key into his philosophy.
He said he has “never been associated with failure hence, It’s time for them to bury the hatchet, forge ahead, and focus on delivering exceptional results in their HIV intervention programs.
Dr Iwara, made the call while addressing Staff in an enlarged meeting held at his office on Tuesday in Calabar.
According to him, “I want you to key into my philosophy so we can succeed in what ever we are doing in this agency.”
Information, reaching us, said he had emphasized the importance of putting aside individual differences and working collaboratively towards achieving the agency’s goals.
For instance, the Director General’s call to action comes as CR-SACA prepares to implement its strategic plan for 2025.
The plan include the reduction of HIV transmission, increase in HIV testing and treatment for people living with HIV/AIDS in Cross River State.
Also, on prevention programmes, the Agency will focus on training and development opportunities, as well as infrastructure upgrades.
Meanwhile, the source has said the Agency had on December 1, 2024 commissioned an ultramodern office as part of activities to mark World AIDS Day.
Moreover, Iwara went on to reveal plans to commemorate 2025 United Nations International Condom Day billed for February 13, eve of Saints Valentine’s Day.
Again, the Director General assured staff that CR-SACA would provide the necessary support and resources to facilitate their success.
Director, Care and Support, Mr Sampson Arikpo, pledged to collaborate with the DG to drive success, describing him as a transformative leader.
Therefore, “To achieve success in the task of spreading HIV/AIDS prevention messages requires substantial funding,” Arikpo noted.
The Director also seized the opportunity to appeal to the State Government and donor partners to increase their intervention funding.