The Commissioner for Aviation in Cross River State, Capt. Inah Eno Utum (Rtd), has warned newly employed staff that breaching the oath of secrecy could result in dismissal from service.
He issued the warning on Tuesday while declaring open a training programme on effective service delivery at the ministry’s headquarters in Ekorinim, Calabar.
The exercise was organized in line with a directive from the Office of the Head of Service.
Utum charged the staff to uphold ethical standards, exhibit professionalism, and demonstrate a high sense of responsibility, adding that they would be held accountable for their conduct.
Delivering a lecture on workplace security and the oath of secrecy, Utum said workplace security encompasses the safety of personnel, property, information, operations, and documents.
He reiterated that upholding the oath is mandatory and warned that any breach could attract dismissal.
He also wished the newly deployed officers success in their years of service.
In his introductory address, the Director of Administration, Mr. Atem Thomas Nchei, commended the Head of Service for initiating the training and mandating all MDAs to implement it.
He noted that the exercise would help address conduct gaps and improve professionalism among both new and existing staff.
The Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Paulina E. Odey, spoke on basic administrative principles, procedures, and personal effectiveness.
She stressed that effective administration is critical in public service, as officers are entrusted with managing human and material resources for the public good.
She listed key principles such as planning, authority, unity of command, delegation, division of work, confidentiality, impartiality, efficiency, and public relations.
Other resource persons also addressed the participants. The Director of Accounts, Mr. Michael Bekomson, trained them on Government Financial Regulations, while the Chief Procurement Officer, Mr. Kirien Bassey Emmanuel, spoke on due process and governance.
Concluding the sessions, the Director of Administration, Mr. Atem Thomas Nchei, delivered a lecture on conflict resolution. He observed that while conflicts are inevitable in any workplace, effective resolution mechanisms are essential for maintaining a safe and productive environment.
Speaking on behalf of the trainees, Mr. Legbe expressed appreciation to the ministry’s leadership for organizing the training. Both new and old staff described the programme as impactful and timely for enhancing service delivery.
By Omang Ekong
