MWUN congratulates Minister of Marine & Blue Economy, Oyetola, others

MWUN congratulates Minister of Marine & Blue Economy, Oyetola, others

The leadership of Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) under the watch of Comrade Prince Adewale Adeyanju, fnli, HFCPSP, congratulates the newly appointed Ministers by the President of Nigeria and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces, Senator Ahmed Bola Tinubu, GCFR.

This formed part of the congratulatory message signed by Comrade John Kennedy Ikemefuna, the Head of Media, MWUN.

The message reads :  “Alhaji Adegboyega Isiaka Oyetola (CON) Hon. Minister of Marine & Blue Economy. The appointment of Alhaji Oyetola as the first Minister of newly created Ministry of Marine & Blue Economy did not come as a surprise, considering his unparalleled performance as the immediate past Executive Governor of Osun State.

“His unwavering passion for development of the State, hard work and transparency remain indelible in the hearts of the people.

“The Union believes that the former Governor will bring productivity to bear in the Ministry, given his wealth of experience towards making the Marine & Blue Economy Ministry first amongst equals; and for the purpose with which it is created, to add core values to the generation of the nation’s economy.

“Senator Saidu Ahmed Alkali, Honourable Minister of Transportation.  Senator Saidu’s appointment as Minister came through merit. It would be recalled that the Senator was former Commissioner of Information, Gombe State. Without a doubt, while serving in his capacity with the Gombe State government, Senator Alkali ushered in a new era of information dissemination to the people of Gombe State.

“Indeed, his political sojourn in this regard marks his success and achievements while he held sway. However, assessing his exploits in information management in the State was additional high point in his administrative proficiency that endeared him to all and sundry. Indeed, he is poised to deliver as designated.

“Dr. Simon Lalong (CON). Hon. Minister for Labour & Employment. Dr. Simon, has an enviable record of immense achievements as former Executive Governor of Plateau State. His appointment therefore was hinged on his antecedents, given his reservoir of experience with which he governed the Plateau.

“Dr Lalong will definitely change the face of Employment & Labour Ministry for the betterment of the citizens, putting into cognizance the level of unemployment in the country.

“Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike (CON). Hon. Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The former Governor of Rivers State is one personality whose numerous achievements in the state can’t be over-emphasised. He is a builder of projects, his doggedness for development stands him out amongst equals. His taste of aesthetic is unique, little wonder he has turned out Port Harcourt into a colourful city to behold.

Barr Wike is dubbed “Mr Project” for his pragmatic development style, which is dynamic for all and sundry to see and feel.  Wike is already in the eyes of Nigerians, where he is expected to transform and restore sanity to the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

“The Union leadership pledges its support for all the aforementioned Ministers in all ramifications towards achieving the desired goal for the Maritime and Transport Sectors respectively; Labour & Employment, as well towards eradicating the problems of unemployment at least to the barest minimal; while our unflinching support also goes to the Minister of the FCT in his resolve for the greater development of Abuja and its environ. Once again, congratulations.”