Skip to main content

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF ADMINISTRATION INDUCTS RT. HON. O'BEN-ETCHI, OTHERS AS FELLOWS


Cross River State Forestry Commission Chairman, Rt Hon. George O'ben-Etchi, has been inducted as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Administration (CIA).


The induction ceremony was held at the Centre for Management Development (CMD), Shangisha, Lagos on Friday, 8th December, 2023.


In a keynote address, the President/Chairman of Council, Adm. (Dr) Festus Oshoba, FCIA said that the Chartered Institute of Administration is a Nigerian professional body established in 1987, Chartered by Act No. 103 of 1992, now Cap C7 LFN 2004 and empowered by government to regulate the training in and practice of Administration in the public and private sectors. He noted that the Fellowship Status of the Chartered Institute of Administration is the highest designation a member can attain in his/her professional career as an Administrator.


Oshoba, shortly after administering the oath of professional membership and presentation of certificates to inductees urged them to remain worthy ambassadors of Chartered Institute of Administration by adhering to the code of ethics while carrying out their duties as professionals.


The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, of Ross River State Forestry Commission, Rt Hon. George O'ben-Etchi, in his response shortly after his induction as the only Cross Riverian (inductee) at the 52nd induction ceremony/AGM, expressed his gratitude to the Governing Council of the prestigious Chartered Institute of Administration (CIA) for finding him worthy and formally approving his election as a 'Fellow' of the CIA.


O'ben-Etchi's career is marked by a diverse range of roles and achievements. He has served as a two-term House of Assembly Member representing Akamkpa 11 State Constituency, State Exco member, and Chairman of Commissioners Forum and is currently the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, of Cross River State Forestry Commission.


Similarly, Adm. Sampson Olopade, FCIA, Chairman of the Membership Committee stated that other prominent Nigerians were inducted into the Associate Membership grade of the institute, having successfully fulfilled the prescribed course of study and passed the professional examinations of the Chartered Institute of Administration.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

BREAKING NEWS: Youths of Ikot Ansa Nab Vandals Destroying Public Utilities, Hand Over to Authorities for Prosecution

  In a combined effort to curb the rampant vandalism of public utilities in Cross River State, the youth leader of Ikot Ansa, Prince, Victor Otu Iso JR, alongside his community, successfully apprehended criminals involved in the destruction of vital public infrastructure. The vandals were caught red-handed this morning, 13th day of September 2024, as they attempted to steal Amor cables belonging to state transformers at Ekpo Iso. Acting swiftly, the youth leader invited the Special Adviser on Public Utilities, Engr. Dr. Jerome Egbe KSM, and his counterpart on General Duties, Barr. Ekpenyong Akiba, to the scene. The Special Advisers arrived promptly, accompanied by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force from the Federal Division, and took custody of the criminals. The suspects have since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for further interrogation and prosecution. While addressing the youths of Ikot Ansa, Engr. Dr. Egbe and Barr. Akiba commended t...
1 comment
Read more

Hope Waddell, Ex-Gov Ayade Settle Land Dispute, Launch 1bn Endowment Fund

  By Detailing News  The longstanding land dispute between the Presbyterian Church’s Hope Waddell Training Institution and the immediate past Governor of Cross River State, Prof. Ben Ayade, has been amicably resolved, paving the way for renewed development at the historic institution. The Prelate of the Presbyterian Church, Dr. Ekpenyong Akpanika, represented by Most Rev. Daniel Etim, disclosed this at a press conference in Calabar on Monday. The briefing marked the commencement of activities for the 130th anniversary celebration of Hope Waddell Training Institution, which was established in 1895. According to him, the dispute was not solely between the Church and the former governor but also involved the institution’s Old Students Association. He explained that the contested land had historical significance as the former residence of the Inspector-General of Police. “The land issue was not just between Governor Ayade and the Church; it also involved the Old Students Associati...
Post a Comment
Read more

Gov’s Aide on Public Utilities Assesses Infrastructure at College of Health, Calabar

     By Detailing News  In a bid to revamp public utilities across Cross River State, the Special Adviser to Governor Bassey Otu on Public Utilities, Engr. Dr. Jerome Egbe KSM, embarked on a needs assessment tour of the College of Health Technology, Calabar, today March 12, 2025. The visit forms part of a statewide initiative to identify and restore non-functional public infrastructure, aligning with Governor Otu’s "First People’s Mantra", which prioritizes the well-being of citizens and economic growth through infrastructural development. Engr. Egbe emphasized the importance of rehabilitating public utilities to enhance their efficiency, encourage industrial growth, and create a conducive environment for investment in the state. "This tour is necessary to assess the state of public utilities and identify areas where the government must intervene. Many institutions, including this college, have pressing infrastructural challenges that hinder growth and academic excel...
Post a Comment
Read more