Gov Emmanuel preaches accountability, diligence in public service- Governor Udom Emmanuel has stressed the need for public office holders to be accountable - The Akwa Ibom governor also called for diligence in public service by the officials - The governor stated that he is working hard to meet the needs of Akwa Ibomites and it gives him joy PAY ATTENTION: Click “See First” under the “Following” tab to see Legit.ng News on your Facebook News Feed! Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom state has harped on accountability and diligence in public office, stressing that working hard to meet the needs of Akwa Ibomites gives him joy. The governor made this known while administering the oath of office on six chairmen and members of boards and commissions as well as swearing-in of two local government chairmen and their deputies at Banquet Hall, Government House, Uyo. PAY ATTENTION: Get the Latest Nigerian News Anywhere 24/7. Spend less on the Internet! Recommended for you Baby with "big nose" becomes beautiful girl after 1 year, her transformatio... Addressing the chairmen and their deputies, the governor said: “One of the defining moments or elements of this administration is transparency and working hard to meet the needs of the people. “You have to be transparent you have to give your very best, grassroots is local government and I expect you to discharge your duties in a manner that is just, proper and accountable.” Addressing the board members, the governor charged them on changing the social reorientation of the people emphasizing on the need for a new direction in education policy that can reduce unemployment and qualitative education which will impact students in schools. He said: “Those who are in charge of education have a lot to do, I want to believe the quality of our education should be able to teach our people the right virtues.” He also frowned at the poor attitude of some teachers to work, stressing that the need for discipline as a means of achieving results. Recommended for you "Simi don trabaye": Video of Adekunle Gold, wife & Deja jubilating over his... Legit.ng had earlier reported that Governor Udom Emmanuel recently stated that Akwa Ibom will commence fact-finding on local solutions to enable schools in the state resume. The governor made the comment during a live radio and television interview, expressing concern over the closure of schools, but assured residents of the state that once there is a green light in conquering COVID-19, schools in Akwa Ibom will reopen. Recall that the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) recently gave a pass mark to the newly opened molecular diagnostic laboratory constructed by the Akwa Ibom state government. The newly built laboratory was given the approval to run coronavirus tests by the NCDC in June. Meanwhile, Governor Emmanuel has revealed that the Akwa Ibom state government has so far invested over N3billion in ensuring citizens survive the COVID-19 pandemic. Governor Emmanuel revealed this while addressing Akwa Ibom residents in a citizens’ feedback programme, streamed on both electronic and social media platforms on Saturday, July 25. Recommended for you “I want my old life back”: BBNaija winner Phyna cries out over continued de... According to him, in order to ensure that Akwa Ibomites can access the best health care, three more containers filled with medicals equipment and supplies have been acquired and delivered to the state. Covid-19: Trump fulfils promise to Nigeria, presents 200 Ventilators to health ministry | Legit TV Source: Legit.ng - Governor Udom Emmanuel has stressed the need for public office holders to be accountable - The Akwa Ibom governor also called for diligence in public service by the officials - The governor stated that he is working hard to meet the needs of Akwa Ibomites and it gives him joy PAY ATTENTION: PAY ATTENTION: Legit.ng