Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Mr Nkem Nwaeke has said that the 8th Assembly under the leadership of Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor will continue to promote effective legislation and good governance in Delta State.
Mr Nwaeke, stated this while reacting to the “Most Outstanding Steward In Legislative Business” award bestowed on his Principal by the Nigerian Union of Journalists, NUJ, Delta State Council.
The CPS described the award as a well deserved recognition, considering the Speaker’s outstanding accomplishments in legislative duties and impressive track record since the inauguration of the 8th Delta State Assembly on 13th June 2023.
He noted that Rt Hon Guwor has remained focused in consolidating on the gains of the past Assembly, while introducing new initiatives on delivering results-oriented legislation and engendering sound camaraderie among stakeholders in the state legislature.
Nwaeke maintained that Mr Speaker as the Presiding Officer of the House, has ensured that the three core functions of the legislature, namely; Lawmaking, Representation and Oversight, remained paramount in the minds of Members, by providing needed direction and leadership.
Acknowledging NUJ’s role in promoting excellence in governance and leadership, the Chief Press Secretary appreciated the Delta State Council of the Union for its decision to honor Guwor with “Most Outstanding Steward In Legislative Business, 2024” award, saying that the honour means so much to the Speaker.
Nwaeke said the action of the NUJ is a clear indication of the Union ’s confidence in the Speaker’s ability to drive positive change in the state, stressing that the Delta Assembly under the watch of Rt Hon Guwor will remain dedicated to serving the people of the state.
The Chief Press Secretary on behalf of other aides, congratulated Mr Speaker on the remarkable achievement, emphasizing that it is a well-deserved recognition of his hard work and dedication to duties, not only as the Presiding Officer of the Delta State Assembly, but also as a National Officer of the Conference of State Houses of Assembly in Nigeria.
“The choice of our Boss by the NUJ for the prestigious “Most Outstanding Steward In Legislative Business, 2024” award, is a vote of confidence in the Speaker’s abilities to drive positive change in Nigeria, particularly Delta State.
“It’s well-deserved as Mr Speaker’s performance in leadership and legislative business has been very impressive. We appreciate the NUJ’s recognition of his efforts and we are deeply grateful to the Union for the award”, Nwaeke added.