From Noah Ocheni, Lokoja
The Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Dr. George Moghalu, on Wednesday in Lokoja charged staff of the authority to be committed and dedicated to their jobs to guarantee retirement without stress.
Dr. Moghalu who gave the charge at the NIWA 2020 End of Year Get – Together, Sent-Forth and Gifts Presentation to Retirees and staff who distinguished themselves in various NIWA offices said every staff had their exit time and should be prepared for it.
“No matter how strong and competent you are, at the appointed time you will retire. We should support and value each other. Let us be more committed and prepared for retirement.”
The arrangements, according to him was aimed at appreciating all those who distinguished themselves and some members who served NIWA creditably, assuring those who are still serving of an appointed time, to be also celebrated”.
The Director assured the staff of the management’s intention to improve their welfare adding that staff welfare was being accorded priority attention and urged them to be more dedicated and committed.
Air Vice-Admiral Iko Ibrahim (rtd), Former Chief of Naval Staff and Chairman of the Board of Directors, NIWA, in his address urged the staff to be efficient, dedicated, place their job above all and leave a legacy on retirement.
“Retirement is something to look forward to because there is nothing to worry about if you have worked very hard and to guarantee that, we, members of the board identify with you”, he said.
Highlights of the occasion was the presentation of gifts and awards to retired General Managers, Best performing Area Office and Best Staff of the year, 2020, respectively.