• Chairman of Uyo LG Transition Commitee, Dr Uwemedimo Udo, receiving excellence award from Mkpoutom Mkpoutom, the Chief Orientation & Mobilization Officer/State Director of NOA
…as Council announces impending task force on vaccination campaigns
The Chairman of Uyo Local Government Transition Committee, Dr. Uwemedimo Udo, has been honored with a ‘Special Achievements Award’ by the National Orientation Agency (NOA).
Mr. Mkpoutom Mkpoutom, the Chief Orientation & Mobilization Officer/State Director of NOA, presented the award to the Chairman on behalf of the Director General, Mallam Lanre Isa-Onilu, during a stakeholders meeting held at the Council Hall in Uyo, on Thursday.
Mkpoutom noted that the award serves as a testament to Dr. Udo’s unwavering commitment to good governance and the rejuvenation of vital infrastructure within the Uyo Local Government Area.
“We have seen that you have satisfied our template of assessment of public office holders in terms of your performance, conduct, and behavior as the Executive Chairman of Uyo Local Government Area between 2020 and 2023.
“You have actually made a tangible impact on the lives of the people, not just on paper but in reality. Therefore, based on your performance over the years and during the period under review, the NOA recognizes your good governance and infrastructural renaissance in Uyo, and presents you with this Excellence Award.
“In fact, I’m confident that the people of Uyo will not let you go back to the classroom easily because they see you as a capable individual who is suited for the job. On behalf of the Director General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Isa-Onilu, I present this award to show our appreciation for what you have done for mankind. We encourage you to keep up the good work”, he stated.
In his response, Dr. Udo accepted the NOA award, expressing gratitude for the recognition. He attributed his success to his dedication to providing excellent service to the people of Uyo during his tenure as Executive Chairman.
Meanwhile, Dr. Udo has announced plans for an upcoming task force on vaccination campaigns within the Uyo Local Government Area.
The announcement followed the discussion on the significance of vaccination awareness by a team from the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency, led by Mrs Lovina Ibiok, the Health Promotion Officer for Uyo.
The gathering witnessed the attendance of various stakeholders, including senior Council officials, members of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), traditional rulers led by the Paramount Ruler of Uyo, Edidem Sylvanus Okon; political leaders, members of the Inter-party Advisory Committee (IPAC), youth representatives, and members of the business community.
Collectively, the stakeholders reached a consensus on the need for health providers to disseminate adequate information prior to the commencement of the next round of routine immunization in Uyo Local Government Area, even as they pledged their commitment to communicate the messages to the appropriate quarters.
“Together, we are determined to ensure the success of the upcoming polio vaccination campaign in the Uyo Local Government Area, as well as any other health initiatives”, The Chairman said.
Other topics discussed at the meeting include the adverse effects of bush burning on the ecosystem during the dry season presented by the Dr. Aniefiok Esetang, a former State Director of NOA, while Mr. Anietie Udofia, the Head of Orientation and Behavioral Modification of NOA, delivered a presentation on the urgent necessity for behavioral modification to tackle prevalent social vices in a developing society.
Photos of the event:
Media Unit
Office of the Chairman, Transition Commitee
Uyo Local Government Area.
16/2/2024
