The Awgu Local Government Council, under the leadership of Hon. Uchenna Joseph Okolo, recently, welcomed a delegation from the Enugu State Local Government Service Commission, led by Chairman Barr. Nana Ogbodo.
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Hon. Okolo warmly received the guests, setting the tone for a productive meeting.
The visit was part of efforts to deepen the drive for a new era of productivity among local government staff.
Barr. Ogbodo reminded staff of the bold vision of His Excellency, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, Governor of Enugu State, to grow the state’s GDP from $4.4 billion to over $30 billion within the next six years.
Describing this as a “tall ambition,” Barr. Ogbodo emphasized that its realization would require a collective commitment to increased productivity across all sectors. He underscored the importance of division of labor and specialization as key tools to drive economic growth.
According to Barr. Ogbodo, the workforce will undergo targeted retraining programs to align with areas where they possess natural talents and comparative advantages. The state government has also proposed that each local government earmark 40,000 hectares of farmland. Staff will be organized into cooperative groups, specializing in specific crops such as cassava, groundnut, yam, and vegetables.
The produce from these cooperatives will be sold, with proceeds shared between the workers and the government. This initiative aims to create a win-win situation, boosting local productivity while improving livelihoods and enhancing internally generated revenue.
The meeting was attended by dignitaries from both the Enugu State Local Government Service Commission and the Awgu Local Government Council. From the commission were Barr. Nana Ogbodo, Chairman; Hon. Peter Nnaji, Commissioner 1; Hon. Mrs. Florence Igboji, Commissioner 2; Dr. Bartholomew Ezugwu, Commissioner 3; Amb. Mrs. Amaka Nweke, Commissioner 4; and Mr. Osondu Nnaji, Secretary. Dignitaries From Awgu Local Government Council includes, Deputy Chairman, Dr. Stanley Uchenna; Secretary to the Council, Hon. Nelson Uduji; Head of Personnel, Awgu; NULGE Chairman, Agwu; and Supervisors of the Council.
The working visit was well attended, demonstrating the readiness of Ndi Awgu to take the lead in agricultural activities in the state. The council’s warm reception of the commission’s delegation underscored its commitment to collaboration and growth.
Indeed, tomorrow is here.