Chairman of Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRazaq AbdulRahman on Saturday showered encomium on Mr. Asishana Okauru as he bowed out of the Forum’s service.
The NGF Chairman stated this via a letter titled: ‘Notice of Retirement’ dated 17th May 2024, made available to NGF correspondents.
While applauding the immense contribution of the outgoing Director General, the Governor acknowledged his exemplary dedication and commitment towards achieving the objectives of the Forum.
“Today, the Director General of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), Asishana Bayo Okauru, informed me of his decision to retire from the Forum to enable him to pursue other interests.
“After a lengthy conversation with him, I reluctantly accepted his request to end his full-time engagement with the Forum.
“However, he will remain with the NGF until 1 July 2024, when his pre-retirement leave will end.
“Mr. Okauru has served the NGF for an unbroken 15 years.
“He has served with diligence, professionalism, honesty, loyalty and total commitment.
“We are incredibly proud of the work he did here and the height he and his team have taken the Forum.
“Under his leadership, the Secretariat, the administrative arm of the NGF, evolved into a strong and credible organisation.
“He led his team to expand engagement with development partners and Federal and Legislative arms of government while also ensuring that States’ priorities were reflected and met.
“We are grateful for Mr. Okauru’s service and wish him the very best in his future endeavours,” Governor AbdulRazaq said in the letter.
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