The Minister of Environment, Mohammed Abdullahi has inaugurated members of various Boards, Agencies and Departments under the environment sector.
The Minister performed the inauguration in Abuja on Thursday, stressing that the members were nominated based on their competence and experience in the sector.
Abdullahi called on every individual, member and representative of another Ministry, Department or Agency (MDA) on the Boards to bring their experiences in taking critical decisions .
“Especially, they have to do with the overall mandate of the Ministry,” he said.
He noted that the role of governing boards is to drive general policy formulation for the implementation of the Management Teams of the Agencies.
Abdullahi said, “The general principle is that Board Members are not involved in the day-to-day running of the agencies, except for chairmen and members who are statutorily saddled with executive functions.”
He maintained that the need for synergy and cooperation especially for those saddled with the day to day running of the agencies and institutions cannot be over emphasised.
The Minister also called on all stakeholders in the environment sector to work with the newly inaugurated Board to ensure a desirable and sustainable environment for Nigeria.
He said, “It is important to note that Nigeria’s position on sustainable environment at the international and local levels has been applauded and it is our vision to carry out the National Agenda in tandem with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) so as to lead the country to the path of Green Growth and sustainable development.”
While, speaking on behalf of Boards members, the Emir of Keffi, Dr, (Barr.) Shehu Chindo Yamusa, thanked Mr. President for finding them worthy of the appointments.
“We don’t take this for granted. We will discharge our duties to the best of our abilities,” he said.
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