In a recent open letter addressed to Governor Sheriff OBOREVWORI of Delta State, a concerned citizen, Comrade Amb Ogaga Darlington Ossai, has expressed appreciation for the governor’s efforts in engaging the youth through various appointments. However, the letter underscores the need for a more comprehensive approach in ensuring the effectiveness of these appointments.
The citizen emphasizes the importance of engaging the office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) to provide appointees with a clear understanding of their job descriptions. The letter asserts that expertise and delivery are intrinsically linked to a mastery of terms of reference, making orientation exercises crucial for appointees to comprehend the responsibilities tied to their roles.
The letter highlights a common misconception among political appointees, cautioning against treating titles such as Special Assistant (SA) or Senior Special Assistant (SSA) as mere symbolic designations. Instead, the citizen urges the implementation of proper orientation exercises to clarify the specific functions and expectations associated with each role.
Governor OBOREVWORI is warned against the pitfalls of the law of diminishing marginal returns witnessed in previous administrations, where some commissioners remained virtually unknown due to their lack of performance. The citizen encourages a proactive approach to avoid a similar scenario in the current administration.
While acknowledging the commendable efforts of certain appointees, such as SSA Ogheneyole Ugagaoghene and Smith Igho (RealOmote), the letter urges all youth appointees to seize the opportunity to showcase their leadership capabilities. The infusion of youth into the administration is seen as an opportunity for fresh perspectives, and the citizen emphasizes that the youth’s performance will shape their future political opportunities.
Addressing the youth appointees directly, Comrade Amb Ogaga Darlington Ossai reminds them that their time in office is an opportunity to build a positive track record for future endeavors. The letter cautions against complacency, emphasizing that failure could impact the chances of other youths in future appointments.
The citizen concludes the letter with a call for a continuous commitment to a youth-friendly government, urging the youth to capitalize on the administration’s favorable disposition towards them.
This open letter reflects the ongoing discourse surrounding the effectiveness of youth appointments in government and underscores the importance of clarity and performance in fulfilling these roles.
