Ministry of Regional Development Honors 24 Retirees

The Ministry of Regional Development celebrated 24 retiring staff members, urging them to remain active and share their knowledge with society post-retirement. The ceremony took place on Wednesday, led by Permanent Secretary Dr. Mary Ada Ogbe, who expressed gratitude for the retirees' dedication and contributions to national development.

She acknowledged the challenges of transitioning to retirement and encouraged the retirees to utilize welfare packages and severance benefits. Mrs. Tabitha Dagyol, Director of Human Resources Management, praised the retirees for their loyalty and integrity, noting that some had served for over three decades.

She highlighted their role in the Ministry's evolution from the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs to its current mandate. Dagyol described retirement as a new chapter, encouraging serving officers to learn from the retirees' commitment.

Akpan Etop Andy, a former Director of Finance and Accounts, expressed gratitude on behalf of the retirees for the ceremony organized by the Ministry’s management.