ENHANCING COMMUNICATION, EDUCATION: DR. LAW MEFOR’S STRATEGIC AGENCY VISITS

By Azuka Nnabuife, Ngozi Nnajiofor :

As part of his familiarization tour, the Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, visited the Anambra Broadcasting Service (ABS) and the Anambra State Library Board in Awka. 

The commissioner who explained that  the visit was to engage with staff and understand the challenges they face in their work, emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to improve operations.

Dr. Mefor emphasized the need for a comprehensive overhaul to bring about positive change, suggesting that the Anambra Broadcasting Service (ABS) embark on community-focused projects. These projects would involve in-depth interviews with local communities about ongoing initiatives, shedding light on the administrative frameworks that have driven these projects forward.

He expressed his desire to organize town hall meetings across the 21 local governments in the state, where he plans to meet with the Presidents General (PGs) and traditional rulers. 

He highlighted the vital role of journalists, referring to them as the government’s “megaphone”.

Mr. Chris Molokwu, the Managing Director of ABS, shared insights about the challenges the media house faces, indicating plans for training to rejuvenate their operations.

On his tour to the state Library Board, the commissioner pointed out Governor Soludo’s commitment to education, specifically mentioning the provision of scholarships for basic education from primary to secondary school. 

He emphasized the initiative of “1 youth, 2 skills,” aimed at equipping young people with multiple skills to serve as ambassadors for their communities. 

 The Acting Director, Anambra State Library Board, Mrs. Obioma Obalum, outlined several challenges being faced by the board, including issues with electricity and the functionality of some libraries in the state. 

Mrs Obalum explained that the board conducted sensitization and training programs for children during the long vacation to foster learning. 

The commissioner’s visit was focused on tackling pressing issues through collaborative efforts, emphasizing the vital role of effective communication and education in the state’s development. 

* Nnabuife and Nnajiofor are of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State