The immediate past Deputy Governor of Kogi State Chief Edward David Onoja has denied a new appointment as Managing Director of Maritime Services.
Reports had gone viral on social media announcing a new appointment and followed by several congratulatory messages to Onoja, but would later be debunked as untrue.
Debunking the reports via his official Facebook page, Onoja who was recently appointed by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu as Board Member, South East Development Commission (SEDC), representing the North Central geopolitical zone, denied being offered a new appointment.
He wrote: “My attention has been drawn to a story currently circulating on social media suggesting that I have received a new appointment from His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.
“For the avoidance of doubt, my current and only portfolio remains that of Board Member, South East Development Commission (SEDC), representing the North Central geopolitical zone—a responsibility for which I remain profoundly grateful to Mr. President.
“I sincerely appreciate the goodwill messages and kind words from friends, associates, and supporters. However, I wish to state categorically that I am fully committed to my present assignment and deeply focused on working with our Chairman, Managing Director, and esteemed colleagues to advance Mr. President’s vision for the South East region and Nigeria at large.
“May I also use this opportunity to remind us that beyond our regional or political affiliations, we are first and foremost Nigerians. Our shared destiny requires that we stand together, integrate our strengths, and unite our hearts in building the nation of our collective dreams.”
