Governor of Bayelsa State, Douye Diri, has charged new permanent secretaries in the state to perform their duties with utmost integrity and accountability, so as to justify the reason for being appointed.
The governor stated that he and his deputy had to resist a lof of pressure both within and outside the state, to ensure that the right things were done in the selection process.
Gov. Diri gave the charge on November 19, 2024, during the swearing-in of 15 permanent secretaries inside the Executive Council Chambers of the Government House, Yenagoa.
Deputy Chief Registrar of the state high court, Baitimizimo Obiri, administered the oath of office and allegiance on the permanent secretaries.
While congratulating them for reaching the zenith of their career, the governor stressed that their ability to perform effectively was crucial to the seamless functioning of the government.
He also urged them to establish high standards of professionalism and ethics, ensuring that their actions reflect their aspirations and values.
He said: “Be innovative in your approach in finding solutions. True leadership lies not just in the decisions that will be made by the commissioner and all other decision-making bodies, but more importantly the implementation of those decisions, and you are at the helm of affairs.”
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Gov. Diri, who expressed confidence in the top public servants in the state to embrace the challenge of delivering excellence in the civil service, implored them to foster teamwork and maintain open lines of communication, particularly with staff in their ministries.
He said their selection was based on merit and other criteria, which included a written test organised by the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON).
The new permanent secretaries are Anengimo Loveday, Claude Gogo, Agnes Oloye, Kemedei Doubra, Raymond Angaye, Omubo Diepreye, Stanley Sokari and Okrinya Samsiso.
Others are Peremoboere Soroh, Poweide Otrofaniowei, Dr. Hamilton Ekeke, Ayabowei Enemo, Jonjon Samuel, Mrs. Apulu Iyabosa and Mrs. Payeboye Lukoh.
