Intrigue As NDDC Acting MD, Pondei’s Aide Resigns

'Dotun Akintomide
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By Kolawole Ojebisi

The Senior Special Assistant, Special Duties 1, to embattled acting Managing Director of the Interim Management  Committee of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Prof. Kemeberadikumo Pondei has resigned.

This is coming after spending four months in the saddle with Pondei as a member of his inner circle.

Olomu B. Micheal, in a letter dated 20th July 2020, appreciated the acting MD for appointing him.Special Assistant Special Duties nddc

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He said the decision to take a bow out of the commission was in his best interest.

The statement reads: “I wish to formally inform you of my decision to resign as Senior Special Assistant Special Duties 1, following my appointment with effect from the 2nd Day of March, 2020.

“In executing the responsibilities of my office, I have in my best capacity served the interest of the Commission and carried out my obligations to her diligently.

“I have resolved that it is in my best interest to take a bow at this point in time.

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“I wish to appreciate you for the privilege of service provided me and I wish the Commission all the best as I move forward in my sojourn of life.

“Be assured of my highest esteem and regards always.”

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