Gov Ikpeazu swears in new commissioner

Abia State Governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, has sworn in Akujuobi Nkoro as Commissioner for Industry and Promotions.

The governor recently made this known during the swearing-in ceremony held at the Executive Council Chambers of the Government House in Umuahia, the state capital.

Ikpeazu charged the new commissioner to acquit himself, work assiduously with the administration, and contribute to the development of the state.

The governor stated that the Ministry of Industry and Promotions has two major industries: ENASCO and Enyimba garment factory, adding that soon the garment factory would be completed and commissioned.

He said the equipment for the garment industry has been procured and, when completed, would provide employment for over 500 persons.

The oaths of office and allegiance were administered to the commissioner by the Solicitor General of the state, Lady Uzoamaka Ikonne − who was represented by the Director of Civil Litigations in the Ministry of Justice, Uche Ogubunka.

While thanking Ikpeazu for the privilege to serve in his administration, Nkoro said he would make the governor and the state proud.

The deputy governor, Ude Oko, and other top officials of the government were present at the event.

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