A well-known dredger, in Imo State, Mr Uche Mark has expressed strong believe in the moves and motives of Imo State Honourable Commissioner for Industry, Mines and Solid Minerals, Barr Jerry Egemba to address the challenges facing dredgers in Imo State and finally champion a transformational moves for the good of the stakeholders and the Shared Prosperity Administration of Governor Hope Uzodimma.
Speaking during a familiarization meeting with Imo State Commissioner for Industry, Mines and Solid Minerals, Hon. Barr. Jerry Egemba, at the conference room of the ministry in Owerri, he praised Egemba's sincerity of purpose and ability for productivity, stating that there are obvious signs that he will write the wrongs.
He described the meeting as a commendable move, stating it was a forum with great opportunity for meaningful interaction on issues affecting dredgers.
An elated Uche Mark expressed hope that Egemba would address the problems faced by dredgers, stating that most of them had ended up in court due to neglected cries.
Tracing the genesis of crises faced by dredgers in the state, ge attributed it to the selfish actions of their former chairman, who worked for his own interest
The well known dredger assured Egemba that he and other dredgers were ready to comply with the office of the commissioner, but urged him to address their demands.
He advised Egemba to be careful and watch out for manipulations by some agencies, stating that they would try to corrupt his ideas andefforts.
Stressing the need for careful attention to the environment to in order to avoid environmental disaster, he emphasized the importance of Dredging with caution for environmental preservation.
He urged Commissioner Egemba to put his house in order to avoid distraction, manipulations and spoilers role from real enemies of the ministry and enemies of the state
He described Egemba as a vibrant elderly young man who can match activity with productivity, stating that he had encountered him in the field and seen his tireless efforts.
Uche Mark urged Commissioner Egemba to make the industry safe and collaborative, stating that he had started on a good footing.
His words, Hon.Commissioner, please, I will advised you to check out the Mining Act and fortify your actions with it, all your predecessors had not gotten it right but I believe you will get it write because you started well
I have seen the good heart of the commissioner, I am confidence in his ability to write the wrongs and make a positive difference in the industry , on behalf of company and the dredgers in Imo State, I promise to give you maximum support.