The Speaker of the State Legislature, Rt Hon Elvert Ayambem has commended the State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu for choosing people of integrity as nominees for commissioners and also for forwarding the list to the Assembly within the stipulated time.
Ayambem was speaking with journalists shortly after plenary where the House considered the list of nominees sent by the State Governor for confirmation.
The Speaker noted that the 26 nominees were spread evenly across the 18 LGAs of the State;
” The Governor took his time in the selection of the nominees to ensure that all of them are square pegs in square holes. I am happy that the Governor transmitted the list within the stipulated time. The nominees are credible people.” He said.
The Speaker however promised that the House will be thorough while scrutinizing the nominees. He also emphasized that the House will carry out effective oversight of MDAs to ensure accountability.
Earlier, the Assembly had received the list of nominees forwarded by the State Governor for confirmation.
Members noted that the Commissioners will assist the Executive greatly to administer the State. The commended the State Governor for presenting the list before the 60 days deadline as stipulated by the constitution of the Federal Republic of
Nigeria.
Members further noted that the nominees were men and women of integrity and capacity .
The list was referred to the House Committee on Judiciary for proper scrutiny and screening.
Those nominated are; Sen. Stephen Odey, Mr Mike Odere, Dr Justin Beshel, Hon Agnes Atsu, Hon Patrick Egbede, Hon Robert A Ewa, Dr Egbe Ayuk, Dr Beatrice lgwe, Prince Eka Williams and Mr Oden Ewa.
Others are; Hon Moses Osogi, Barr. Odum Ijom Ukam, Hon Ankpo Pius, Mrs Abigail Duke, Hon Lawrencia Ita, Chief Felix Idem, Pastor Ekpenyong Cobham, Ntufam Emmanuel Anum, Mrs Gladys Eutendala, Dr Hippolatus Ogar Lukpata, and Hon Edema Erom.
Also nominated are; Barr. Mensah Bassey, Barr. Ededem Ani, Bishop Margaret Ene-ita, Chief Francis Ekpenyong and Dr Mathias Unimke Angioha.