The Association of Coastal and Waterways Communities of Nigeria, ACWCN, Delta State Chapter, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for establishing Ministry of Riverine Infrastructure Development in the state, saying it will douse agitation for equitable development by people in coastal communities.
ACWCN, in a letter addressed to Governor Oborevwori and made available to media outlets on Sunday night, said they have seen the governor’s desire in positively transforming Delta State.
The letter, signed by the Chairman and Secretary of Association of Coastal and Waterways Communities of Nigeria, ACWCN, Delta State Chapter, Engr: (Dcn) Tuoyo Woligho and Pst. Paul Boyitie, respectively, noted inter-alia:
“We write on behalf of the entire members of Association of Coastal and Waterways Communities of Nigeria, Delta State Chapter, to appreciate you, on your administration effort in developing the entire Delta Stale
“We have seen your strong desire in transforming Delta State. We assure Your Excellency of our full support, as you embark on this Journey of bringing more Development across Delta State in fulfilment of your MORE Agenda.
“We commend you on the establishment of the Ministry of Riverine Infrastructure Development. Your administration has shown great commitment in development of Delta State, particularly the riverine communities. This is affirmation of your strong desire to bring development to the riverine communities as promised during your campaign.
“Your Excellency sir, the desire of the Coastal and Waterways Communities, is to have an Agency or Commission that will have a full mandate in the development of the areas, however, with the establishment of this Ministry, the agitation of the people in these areas will be doused.
“We look forward to working with you at every call and promise to provide a level ground as a Non- Governmental Organization with membership in all the 25 Local Government Areas of Delta State. We have confidence in your administration in delivering dividends of democracy that will touch lives in Delta State, particularly the riverine areas of Deita State.
“It is our earnest prayer that the Lord will give you wisdom, strength, direction and guidance to deliver on your mandate to the good people of Delta State.”
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