Group hails Buhari over appointment of acting NDDC MD

A renowned socio-political group, Niger Delta Network (NDN), has hailed President Muhammadu Buhari over the appointment of Emmanuel Audu-Ohwavborua as acting managing director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).

Audu-Ohwavborua’s appointment came on the heels of the sack of Effiong Akwa as the sole administrator of NDDC.

In a press release jointly signed by Eric Igbinokpogie, acting secretary general, and John Douglas, director, public communications, NDN noted that Audu-Ohwavborua’s appointment was a step in right direction.

“The Niger Delta Network (NDN) thanks President Muhammadu Buhari for a timely appointment of a seasoned technocrat, in the person of Engr. Emmanuel Audu-Ohwavborua, as the Acting Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).

“We believe this is a step in the right direction towards the eventual constitution of a substantive Board for the Commission. We thank the Honourable Minister for Niger Delta Affairs, Mr. Umana Okon Umana, for his swift implementation of the directive of Mr. President in the reform of the NDDC. This shows his commitment and readiness toward the development of the region.

“We congratulate the Acting Managing Director of NDDC, Engr. Emmanuel Audu-Ohwavborua, on his meritorious appointment. While we pray God to give him wisdom and enablement to have a smooth sail in this new responsibility, we urge him to know that the time has come to positively change the story of the Niger Delta Region by working harmoniously with critical stakeholders in the region,” the group said.

The group further disclosed that it is currently on tour of projects undertaken by both MNDA and NDDC, adding that from its findings, there are projects that could be completed before the end of Buhari’s administration.