Nelson A.Osuala [ 7 December 2017]
The Imo state Governor, Rochas Okorocha who has been criticised for his bogus multiplication of Statues and Ministries in the State, especially for inventing what according to him is the Ministry of Happiness..,chaired by his Sister, Mrs. Ogechi Ololo, has come out to clear the air arguing that there was an error from the printer which misrepresented the said Ministry and consequently led to the numerous criticisms from the Nigerian populace.
According to him, it was supposed to called,"The Ministry of Happiness and Purpose Fulfilment" not "…Couple's Fulfilment".
The Governor Blames the Printer’s Devil for the misrepresentation and interpretation.
In a statement from the Governor's Chief press Secretary, Sam Onwuemeodo, Okorocha said the intended name is ‘ministry of happiness and purpose fulfillment’, not couple’s fulfillment.
In his words:
“There was a typographic error in the first statement issued on the swearing in of the new commissioners. The word “Couple” was inadvertently written, instead of the word “Purpose,” we regret that,” the statement read.
“The real essence of life is to be happy and to fulfil one’s purpose in life; Government officials are elected to address this.
“Happiness and Purpose Fulfilment Ministry therefore, is established for the lost time to correct the policy framework to guide ministries and departments on what they must do to guarantee the citizens’ happiness and contribute better to the society.
“This is the very reason people elect their leaders: to guarantee their happiness and purpose fulfilment. A great leader therefore, is one who provides happiness to the people.
“Unfortunately, this vital element of our social lives has not been properly addressed. Governments at different levels have created several ministries and departments to achieve this, yet people are bitter, angry with hate speeches which lead to crisis, war and even terrorism.”
“The choice of Mrs Ogechi Ololo, a Masters Degree Holder in computer Science, USA who has been the Deputy Chief of Staff to the Governor on Domestic Matters and Food Security can be described as a round peg in a round hole.
“Before her appointment as the supervisory commissioner, she was charged with the responsibility of liaising with the Federal Government on N-Power Project, CBN Anchor project and BOI, Empowerment Projects.”
The question that agitate the mind is, Does this clarification change anything?
Is it the case that Nigerians would excuse the Governor and come to his side of reasoning on the import and necessity for such ministry in the state- considering the numerous criticisms trailing the multi-million naira statue projects that have consequently littered the whole of Imo state?
To what purpose are these Statues for instance? Is there any economic importance or revenue that can be generated from such?
Come to think of it, Do you suppose that a Governor in his right senses would embark on such flamboyant inconsequential projects?
To the alleged ministry of Happiness…, How will that meet the basic need of the common man on the street, or the hungry Imolite seeking for a daily bread? What is your take?
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Nelson A.Osuala
Is a Blogger & the Associate Editor of Negroidhaven.org
