Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has called upon newly promoted Directors to make a positive impact in the Niger Delta region and elevate the Commission to greater achievements. The charge was given during the closing session of a two-week course on Leadership and Performance Management held for directing staff of the NDDC in Abuja.
Emphasizing the collective responsibility of providing quality services to the people of the Niger Delta, Ogbuku highlighted the importance of the training to equip the new Directors with administrative knowledge. He urged them to bring the acquired expertise back to the Commission, ensuring a transformative impact for the overall benefit of the region.
“We want to do things differently. We want to improve on our services. We want to take up challenges. We want to start with the staff first to ensure that all the staff are properly trained and they understand their roles,” expressed Ogbuku.
Addressing the new directors, Ogbuku stressed the need for them to utilize the experiences gained from the training to enhance administrative processes within the NDDC. He encouraged them to comprehend their roles, boundaries, and strengths, emphasizing the distinction between being public servants and civil servants.
“As new directors, you need to understand your roles and understand your boundaries. You also need to understand your strengths and understand when to use them and when not to,” he advised.
Ogbuku further urged the directors to act as ambassadors of both NDDC and the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON). He expressed the expectation of working with directors who prioritize professionalism over nepotism or tribalism.
Cecilia Gayya, the Director General of ASCON, highlighted the significance of training in enhancing employee efficiency and productivity. She commended the participants for their conscientiousness during the two-week program, expressing optimism that the training would positively impact their performance in higher management roles within the Commission.
Ogbuku cautioned the directors to be mindful of their actions, recognizing the potential influence they hold as role models for their subordinates. The directive signifies the commitment of the NDDC to fostering a culture of professionalism and efficiency in service delivery.
