The Executive and members of Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) Imo State Branch have commended the governor, Sen. Hope Uzodinma for the appointment of Chief Austin Onyedebelu as the Managing Director, MD of Imo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission, ISOPADEC, thanking the governor for finding worthy to serve in this capacity. In a congratulatory letter signed by the Chairman, PSN, Imo State, Dr Norbert Ajiero and the Assistant Secretary, Dr Rita Ukeredi, the association identified Chief Onyedebelu as a good man with knowledge, wisdom and understanding, adding that they have no doubt that he will bring his wealth of experience to bear in his new office.
They revealed that Governor Uzodinma has done the needful by putting the right person to the position, pointing out that his appointment is also a milestone that has again been recorded in ISOPADEC and Imo State in general, given insight that the right person has been chosen to pilot the affairs of the Commission. The pharmacists described his appointment as a welcome development because as an academic that knows the system very well, the people of the state expect positive results from him to witness further growth in the Commission and further strengthen ISOPADEC. They also extended their warmest congratulations to Pharm J S Obi on his appointment as a Board member of University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, UAES, Umuagwo, noting that his well deserved appointment is a testament to his exceptional leadership qualities, profession and humanity. The association emphasized that his dedication to the advancement of pharmacy practice, education and research has been exampary, while his impact has been felt far and wide and as a seasoned pharmacist, he has rendered numerous selfless services to pharmacy profession and society. Accorging to PSN, Imo State “Your contribution to the development of pharmacy practice in Imo State, your mentorship of young pharmacists and your commitment to community service are just a few examples of your remarkable achievements. Your appointment to the Board of UAES, Umuagwo is a clear recognition of your expertise, integrity and leadership abilities. We are confident that you will bring your wealth of experience and knowledge to bear in this new role and we look forward to the positive impact that you will make. We are proud to associate with you and wish you all the best” They also congratulated Pharm Chuks Okoronkwo on his well deserved appointment as a Board member Imo State University, Owerri, revealing that the prestigious appointment is a prove of his exceptional leadership qualities, unwavering dedication to service and outstanding contributions to the pharmaceutical profession and humanity at large. They informed him that his journey has been marked by a steadfast commitment to excellence, innovation and the advancement of health care in society ” As a distinguished pharmacist, you have consistently demonstrated integrity, professionalism and a deep sense of responsibility in all your endeavours . Your visionary leadership has not only inspired your colleagues but has also positively impacted countless lives through your selfless services to humanity. We are confident that your wealth of experience, strategic insight and passion for excellence will bring immense value to the governance and development of Imo State University. Your appointment is not only a personal achievement but also a proud moment for the entire pharmaceutical community in Imo State ay beyond. As you embark on this new role, we pray that God Almighty grants you wisdom, strength and divine guidance to excel in your responsibilities. May your tenure be marked by remarkable achievements, impactful decisions and continued service to the advancement of education and health care in our dear state” they emphasized.