The New Acting Executive Secretary of the Lands Commission, Benjamin Arthur, has given a firm assurance to the immediate past Executive Secretary of the Lands Commission, in the persons Mr. James Dadson and Alhaji Sulemana Mahama, that he will do his best to ensure that their efforts in building a strong land administration system is not wasted but put to good use.
Giving a short speech at a send-off programme organised to celebrate the former Executive Secretaries on Wednesday, August 23, he said the work vested by his predecessors cannot be overemphasised, adding: “I feel all the tree stumps have been removed the stumps on the bare Land and this will really make my work easy.”
He opined that he is optimistic that with most obstacles removed to the barest minimum and with the work that has been done, he is certain that his work will be quite smooth as he rides on their success to achieve the hopes and aspirations of the Lands Commission.
He appreciated Mr. Dadson for the good training he has offered him while he worked as his deputy in charge of Operations and to Alhaji for his continuous guidance over the years.
On his part, the outgoing Executive Secretary, Surv. James Dadson, appreciated the Commission for celebrating him and for their support during his days as the Executive Secretary.
He particularly appreciated the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, for all the support and the Deputy Minister responsible for Lands and Forestry for always being available for the Commission’s needs.
He hoped that same support he received will be leveled up for the incoming Executive Secretary to continue with the good work that has already been done.
He concluded his speech, saying: “The journey has been worth it. Good times and turbulent times but in all we sailed through. And truthfully, The team work has brought us thus far and I am grateful, Thank you all”
Alhaji Sulemana Mahama, retired Executive Secretary of the Commission before Mr. Dadson, appreciated the organisers of the programme for the recognition and the celebration.
He gave a short advice to the incoming Executive Secretary and the other continuing officers, saying: “Stay true to yourself, stay true to your God, and stay true to the Lands Commission.”
The National Chairman of the Commission, Mr. Alex Quaynor, charged management and staff of the Commission to brace themselves for the tasks ahead as government makes efforts to support the Commission with adequate resources for an even more effective Land administration system for the country.