President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority.
In a statement released by Presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, it was disclosed that Engr. Woke brings a wealth of experience in engineering and politics to his new role.
He previously served as the Chairman of Emohua local government area in Rivers State and held the position of Chief of Staff at the Government House in Port Harcourt for several years.
“The President expects the new Chief Executive Officer of the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority to discharge his duties with integrity and in conformity with the highest standards of transparency, while working at harnessing and developing the water resource potential of the area, as well as ensuring that the Authority is a channel for holistic and integrated industrial, agricultural, and community development,” the statement read.
Engr. Woke, a member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has a track record of service in both engineering and governance.
His tenure as chairman of Emohua local government area and his role as Chief of Staff in Rivers State Government underscore his capacity for effective leadership and management.
Prior to his recent appointment, Engr. Woke served as Chief of Staff under the administration of former Governor Nyesom Wike in Rivers State.