According to a state release by the government it was in August that the State Civil Service Commission called for verification and documentation of persons with disabilities, who were interviewed in 2017.
Expressing his gratitude to the Governor of Anambra State, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Disability Matters, Mr Chuks Ezewuzie, a Lawyer, described Gov. Obiano as “ome mgbe oji’’ and a man that matches his words with action
He added that his fatherly concerns toward the disability community in Anambra State cannot be over-emphasised.
He recalled that the governor, not only assented and implemented the Disability Rights Law, but also recently approved the Constituting of the Disability Rights Commission during this year’s celebration of the International Day of persons with disabilities.
Ezewuzie added that this has been a fair year for persons living with Disability in the state.
Meanwhile, in appreciation of the latest development, the Chairman of Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD) Anambra State Chapter, Mr Ugochukwu Ernest Okeke said the entire disability community in Anambra were pleased with Gov. Obiano.
He described him as the most disability-friendly Governor, in the country, adding that the offer of employment is the best Christmas gift ever.
He further urged the newly employed persons with disabilities to be steadfast in the discharge of their duties as this will prove that there is ability in disability.
One of the beneficiaries, Miss Nkechi Okoye, an economist, who was posted to the State’s Auditor General’s Office, expressed her happiness over the employment offer, saying she was speechless and did not know how to thank the governor for this gesture.
Another beneficiary, Mr Ibegbu Francis Chukwuemeka from Idemili North posted to Ministry of Trade and Commerce said he was full of thanks to the governor for the Christmas surprise.
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Miss Faith Mbachi from Mbaukwu, Awka South Local Government Area advised persons with disabilities to shun begging on the streets and look for a more sustainable means of livelihood.
The release of appointment letters, which started since Dec. 21 would be expected to continue after the Christmas break.
It is expected that more names will be forwarded to Commission for interview in 2021 as Gov. Obiano has directed that no qualified and educated Anambra person with disability shall be left without of employment
