The Anambra Governor, Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has launched the State Open Government Partnership Action Plan Two in the state.
The launch, which was held in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Education Fund (UNICEF), took place at the Peakcastel Hotel, Awka, on Tuesday.
Tribune Online gathered that the programme, which drew participants from ministries, development agencies, private sectors, civil society organisations, and the media, was officially launched in Anambra State during the administration of Governor Willie Obiano.
Declaring the event open, Governor Soludo reiterated that his administration is fully committed to partnering with relevant agencies and civil society organisations to deliver transparent and accountable governance for the benefit of the people of the state.
Soludo, who was represented at the event by the State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Mrs Chiamaka Nanke, informed participants that his vision of making Anambra a destination point in Nigeria can only be achieved through their effective collaboration.
He commended UNICEF for their continued support of his administration.
In a welcome address, the State OGP Focal Person, Mrs Ogochukwu Orji, outlined the processes undertaken to realise the dream of establishing the OGP action plan in Anambra, commending Governor Soludo for supporting the programme in the state.
In his remarks, the representative of UNICEF in the South East region, Mr Atthawood Op-Sankharat, noted that the selection of Anambra was significant because the state is synonymous with reforms. He praised the governor for providing an enabling environment for the programme in the state.
The event also witnessed the presence of the Managing Director of Anambra State ICT Agency, Mr Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata; National President of Anambra State Town Union Council (ASTUC), Sir Vin Dike; President of Awka Chamber of Commerce, Engr Chudy Egemba; Executive Director of Social and Integral Development Centre (SIDEC), Ugochi Eliahuruike; and traditional rulers.
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