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Presidents General in Anambra State have been charged to beef up internal security arrangements in their communities and to promote peace, orderliness and good morals.
The call was made to them during the 2022 Anambra State Association Of Town Unions, ASATU Annual Security Summit.
The summit featured presentation of awards and recognitions to some sons and daughters the state who have distinguished themselves in various spheres of life.
The programme was attended by the Deputy Governor, Dr Onyekachukwu Ibezim and members of the state executive council who joined the Presidents General to brainstorm on how best to move the state forward starting from all the communities in the state.
Speaking after receiving an award of ASATU eminent personality, the Commissioner For Power and Water Resources, Mr Julius Chukwuemeka said without the collaboration of the communities, it will be very difficult to have a secured society, stating that the award will spur him to increase his commitment to work in providing adequate power supply for businesses in the state to enjoy high economic activities.
Mr Chukwuemeka highlighted that the unique solar lights innovation being mounted in the state will help to increase night life activities and help the state save money for other uses.
For the Commissioner For Education, Professor Ngozi Chuma-Ude, Presidents General are the pillars of the state because they are the direct links between the government and the people, asking them to remain committed in the journey to make Anambra great.
Addressing attendees at the Summit, the National President Of ASATU, Barrister Titus Akpudo said as the fourth tier of government, much work is bestowed on them to contribute their quota in repositioning, attracting peace and development as well emphasize more on conflict resolutions to ensure all communities are in peace thereby fighting the menace of insecurity together.
Barrister Akpudo maintained that the summit will help them implement all the issues raised and champion a way forward to have a united and prosperous Anambra, commending Governor Chukwuma Soludo for utilizing most of the recommendation made to ensure adequate security of lives and properties of Ndi Anambra.
He also beckoned on the Governor to look into the welfare of Presidents General and issues concerning Community Vigilante Services.
Bearing his mind on his recognition, the Managing Director, Anambra Broadcasting Service, ABS, Sir Chido Obidiegwu said his efforts in projecting and promoting the state for the past years continued to speak for its self, saying that he will dwell more on revamping, rebranding and refreshing ABS for optimal results.
In his remarks, the President’s General of Umueri Community, Chief Jonny Metchie disclosed that all the roles and responsibilities entrusted upon them must be fulfilled in line with the vision and mission of the present administration.
Among those that received awards were Mrs Joy Odinye of the Channels Television while Barrister Akpudo received a meritorious service award from Rotary Club, Awka Municipal.
