Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo Tuesday, swore -in Dr. Law Mefor as the new Commissioner for Information., following the resignation of the immediate-past Commissioner for Information, Paul Nwosu, on Tuesday.
In a statement made available to newsmen on Tuesday, the Press Secretary to the Governor, Christian Aburime said tDr. Mefor was sworn-in at the State Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Awka, as Nwosu’s successor.
Pix- Dr. Law Mefor
He said the new Commissioner plans to work with media organizations to promote media literacy among the public, providing them with the necessary tools to evaluate information critically and prevent the spread of inaccurate or misleading content.
The statement reads in parts:
“Dr. Mefor is assuming office at a time when the dissemination of accurate and timely information is more critical than ever before.
According to Governor Soludo, the new information commissioner brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise that is expected to rejuvenate the state’s information apparatus.
Dr. Mefor hinted that working with the Governor’s vision, he plans to work with media organizations to promote media literacy among the public, providing them with the necessary tools to evaluate information critically and prevent the spread of inaccurate or misleading content.
“The Commissioner also promised to use technology to modernize the state’s information Ministry, making it more responsive, efficient, and accessible to citizens, creating a ministry that leverages data-driven insights and analytics to support evidence-based policy making and decision-making.
A writer, public speaker, and media personality , Dr. Mefor’s career spans over 25 years, and he has worked in various capacities, providing research and analytical support to organizations across different industries.
Author- Maureen Ikpeama