By Chuks Peter, DELTA
As part of his commitment to fulfilling electoral promises and effectively representing the diverse interests of Delta South, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas has appointed 23 advisers to oversee various portfolios.
This move is aimed at bringing governance closer to the people and ensuring that the needs of his constituents are met.
Senator Joel-Onowakpo announced the appointments in a statement to the press in Warri, Delta State.
He noted that these appointments are in line with his campaign promises to involve his constituents in decision-making processes to deliver the dividends of democracy.
The newly appointed advisers include Prophet Jones Ode Erue as Senior Special Adviser on Political Matters, Rear Admiral John Onoriode Kpokpogri (Rtd) as Senior Special Adviser on Defence, Dr. Andrew Egunoma as Senior Special Adviser on Special Duties, Social Welfare & Poverty Alleviation, High Chief Augustine O. Seibi (JP) as Senior Special Adviser on Conflicts Resolution, and Hon. (Chief) Uyouyou Edhekpo as Senior Special Adviser on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Chief Dillion Oyuwe has been named Senior Special Adviser on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), and Chief Miller Akpoili as Senior Special Adviser on HOSTCOM.
Other appointees include Mr. Paul Emumena Michael as Senior Special Adviser on Media and Publicity/Information & National Orientation, Chief Gabriel Yabaka as Senior Special Adviser on Chieftaincy, Cultural and Traditional Affairs, Mr. Ogbegbe Misan as Special Adviser on Local Content, Chief (Mrs) Rita Avberovba as Special Adviser on Women Mobilisation, Dr. Yabrade Moses as Special Adviser on Niger Delta Affairs & Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), and Mr. Ese Azakaza as Special Adviser on Gas.
Mr. Victor Omuno will serve as Special Adviser on Science and Technology, Mr. Cheke Emiko as Special Adviser on Employment, Labour, and Productivity, Apostle Liberty Usiayo as Special Adviser on Religious Matters, Mr. Tonye Karowa as Special Adviser on Upstream Petroleum, and Mr. Ofehe Goodie as Special Adviser on Police Affairs.
Further appointments include Chief Solomon Akpotu as Special Adviser on Agriculture Production, Services, and Rural Development, Chief Kenneth Ogbe as Special Adviser on Housing and Urban Development, Mrs. Beauty Warejuowei as Special Adviser on Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Mr. Kenneth Rawlings Okah as Special Adviser on Aviation, and Ms. Christabel Egbaniyon as Special Adviser on Health.
Senator Joel-Onowakpo stated that these appointments, effective immediately, were made to enhance the efficiency, service orientation, and accessibility of his office. He assured that more appointments would be made as necessary.
“While congratulating the appointees, I appeal to all Delta South constituents and the general public to give them the necessary cooperation and support.
“Together, we can grow our beloved Senatorial District and nation in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR,” the Senator concluded.
