By Obinwa Chikaodili
The Anambra State Urban Water Assets Holding Corporation (ASUWAHC) has engaged Mr Bernard Okpalauwaoma as an ad hoc Plant Manager for the Obizi Regional Water Scheme as part of efforts to strengthen its operational capacity ahead of the planned withdrawal of contractors managing the state’s water facilities.
The engagement followed an interview conducted on Nov. 5 at the Corporation’s Conference Hall in Awka to assess Okpalauwaoma’s technical knowledge, experience and readiness for the assignment.
In his new role, Okpalauwaoma will oversee the daily operations of the facility, supervise water production, monitor plant equipment and machinery, and ensure regular maintenance. He will also identify operational challenges, coordinate activities within the plant and report technical issues to the appropriate authorities.
The Officer-in-Charge of ASUWAHC, Mrs Emmanuella Okafor, said the engagement was part of the Corporation’s efforts to build an in house workforce capable of managing its water schemes as contractors gradually withdraw from their operations.
She said competent personnel were needed to ensure efficient plant management, sustain water production and protect investments in water infrastructure.
The move is expected to strengthen the Corporation’s technical workforce and support the development of a sustainable management structure for the state’s regional water schemes.
Obinwa Chikaodili is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
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