Ahead 100 Days in Office: Ughelli North LG Boss Count Achievements

Ahead 100 Days in Office: Ughelli North LG Boss Count Achievements 

 

   

By Philo Ophori

The Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Area, Delta State, Olorogun Jaro Egbo has enumerated his achievement ahead of his first 100 days in office. 

The chairman made known on Tuesday during a visit by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Ughelli Correspondents Chapel to the local government area.

The council boss mentioned key developments in healthcare, education, security, and environmental renewal.      

He revealed that upon assuming office,

"I tour round the health centers, primary schools, within the local government area and noted the dilapidated condition of some facilities. In response, my administration has embarked on the construction of  modern cottage maternity health center, fully equipped with state-of-the-art amenities at the council's headquarter.  

The chairman, while addressing the security challenges, said he organized a zonal security meeting with neighboring councils, Ughelli South and Udu, to strategies for peace and stability.  He expressed sadness over the recent killing of the newly posted Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Agbarho Division, describing it as a tragic incident that underscores the need for continued vigilance.

    Egbo said his plans, is to upgrade primary schools facilities and provide teachers. He reported that N25 million saved from internally generated revenue is being put into supply of school uniforms, writing, reading materials and desks for pupils within the area.

   In terms of environmental sanitation, Egbo reported progress, particularly at the Ughelli main market, where vendors have been relocated, and the area has been cleared of debris. He reiterated his administration's commitment to ensuring cleanliness across the local government area.

    Egbo appealed to the media and residents of Ughelli North to support his administration's efforts, emphasizing his dedication to building a stronger, more vibrant, and cleaner local government area.

The NUJ Chairman of Ughelli Chapel, Comrade Sunday Apah, commended Hon. Chief Jaro Omovudu Egbo for his outstanding leadership, particularly his efforts in healthcare, vehicle procurement, and security. Apah emphasize on the positive impact of these initiatives on Ughelli North and appreciated Egbo’s inclusive approach, especially his partnership with journalists and his promise for the  appointment of a representative from the NUJ. He urged Egbo to consider plans for the NUJ secretariat, stressing that collaboration could greatly benefit both the local government the Ughelli NUJ.