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New Govt House Permanent Secretary Tasks Staff On Discipline, Punctuality
New Govt House Permanent Secretary Tasks Staff On Discipline, Punctuality
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UMUAHIA — The newly posted Permanent Secretary, Government House, Umuahia, Mr. Precious Uma Okoro, has charged staff of Government House to uphold discipline, punctuality, professionalism and commitment to duty for improved service delivery.
Mr. Okoro gave charge on Thursday, during his maiden meeting with Government House staff, noting the need for the workforce to align with the vision of Governor Alex Otti to achieve the New Abia agenda.
He expressed gratitude to God for his appointment and posting to Government House and thanked Governor Otti for considering him as a Permanent Secretary in the civil service.
Mr. Okoro urged workers to arrive early, remain at duty posts and avoid private business during official hours.
He warned that attendance monitoring was in place, with a 70 per cent attendance threshold for salary payment.
“Government House is a seat of power, and we must set a good example for other ministries and agencies,” he said, urging staff to dress responsibly and maintain high professional standards.
The Permanent Secretary assured workers that their welfare remained priority and directed them to follow established communication channels while writing applications.
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He urged them to study Public Service Rules and be guided by rules, and announced plans for regular training and seminars, including preparatory training for officers due for promotions, especially as government intends to introduce Computer Based Test (CBT) in public service exams for eligible officers from Grade Level 10 and above.
“We want all of us to achieve 100 per cent pass rate in this year’s promotion examination,” Mr. Okoro stated, urging eligible staff to register with Head of Administration for planned training.
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Responding on behalf of the staff, the Director of Finance, Mrs. Onyedikachi Ogwo, thanked the Permanent Secretary for the meeting and pledged full support and cooperation of the workforce to his leadership.
She assured him that Government House staff would work with respect, discipline and obedience to achieve goals of Government House and improve service delivery.
Present during the meeting were members of the management and general staff of Government House, Umuahia.
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