The Executive Chairman of Afikpo Local Government Area, Nwachi Timothy A.U., has sworn in High Chief Idris Uro Nwachi as Secretary of Afikpo Local Government Education Authority. The swearing-in ceremony, which took place on Monday at the Afikpo Local Government Headquarters, was attended by stakeholders, and a large crowd of family members, friends and well-wishers of the new appointee.
A Strategic Appointment
The appointment of Chief Idris Uro Nwachi as Secretary, Afikpo Local Government Education Authority, is seen as a strategic move by the Council Chairman to reposition the education sector. The new Education Secretary is a seasoned teacher with the experience and capacity to take education in Afikpo Local Government Area to an enviable height.
Charge to the New Secretary
In his remarks, the Executive Chairman, NWACHI, Timothy A.U., charged the newly sworn-in Education Secretary to align himself with the policy thrust of Governor Nwifuru’s administration, aimed at delivering quality and functional education and making it accessible to all school-aged children in the state.
The Council Chairman congratulated the new Education Secretary on his meritorious appointment and called on stakeholders to join hands with the government in bringing back the standard of education in the area.
Commitment to Improving Education
The Council Chairman,NWACHI, Timothy A. U assured of his commitment to improving the quality of education in Afikpo Local Government Area and ensuring that all children have access to a conducive academic environment. The Leader of the Ebonyi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Kingsley Ogbonnia Ikoro, and the Chairman of Afikpo Local Government Education Board, Chief Ewa Otu Eleri, commended the Council Chairman for his determination to provide a conducive atmosphere for teaching and learning and expressed their readiness to support his efforts.
Acceptance Speech/Mission Statement
In his acceptance speech, the newly appointed Education Secretary,High Chief Idris Uro Nwachi registered his immense appreciation to the State Governor,Rt Hon Builder Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru and the Chairman of Afikpo LGA, NWACHI, Timothy A. U for finding him Worthy to occupy such sensitive position and promised to use his wealth of experience to contribute significantly in improving the quality of education and reduce the number of out-of-school children in the Council Area
A Colorful Event
The event was attended by prominent stakeholders, including the Vice Chairman of the Council; Coordinator of Ubeyi DC; Secretary to the LGA; the Leader of the Council & Councilors, Supervisors; Members of Afikpo LG Education Board; Principal of Government Secondary School, Afikpo as well as Principals of Junior Secondary Schools; Head Teachers of Primary Schools; NUT Executives, and Staff of Afikpo Local Government Education Authority. The Chief Magistrate of Afikpo Magisterial District, His Worship CM Michael Olughu Nnachi, administered the Oath of Office and Allegiance on the Education Secretary.