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governor the SPECIAL INAUGURAL EDITION THE ROLE OF THE DEPUTY GOVERNOR Otunba Femi Pedro As a former Deputy Governor there is the myth about the role of a Deputy Governor and the general notion that based on provisions of the constitution, they are actually “Deputy” governors and not “assistant” governors, thereby relegating their role. What are comments on the role of Deputy Governor? Well it is a myth as you called it because there is no ambiguity. The role of the deputy governor is clearly defined in the constitution, in fact every aspect of the constitution that deals with the governor, deals with deputy governor, the way the governor is elected is the way the deputy governor is elected, the way the governor can be impeached, the deputy can also be impeached. The only aspect that is different is the responsibilities of the governor and his powers and authorities. Those are clearly defined in the constitution, but that of deputy governor just says one word, as assigned by the governor. It then means that the deputy governor is second in command in the administration but subordinate to the governor, and his responsibilities is as assigned by the governor. From my own perspective I had a wonderful time as the deputy governor, I had very important and sensitive roles to perform, DR. KADRI OBAFEMI HAMZAT the governor gave me assignments and he supported me to the best of his abilities, and of course I aligned myself absolutely with the programs and policies of the administration during my tenure, so there wasn't really much of a problem, but the truth must be told, the nation is littered with issues of governors and deputy governors being at logger head, even during my own time at the tail of my administration, I had issues with the governor basically on the issue of succession not as per my role as deputy governor. I didn't have any issue whatsoever with the governor, it all depends on the attitude and character of the deputy governor and of course the way he perceives and sees his role. Some deputy governors might think they are equal with the governor or they may want to be competing with the governor, it's not the case, that's why the word deputy comes before governor, to deputise, you are more like the second in command and subordinate to the governor, so I don't think there is any ambiguity at all. 22
governor the SPECIAL INAUGURAL EDITION My Deputy and I I expect to have a fantastic relationship with my deputy. Thank God he is also my friend and I've known him for close to twenty (20) years now. As individuals of varied background, we might have slight opinion issues that might need to be straightened out, which is natural with every human, but I can assure you that whatever issues that may arise, will be dealt with and resolved swiftly, we would espouse ideas and opinions and I believe at the end of the day, Lagosians will be better off for it. There will not be any doubt in the minds of Lagosians about any sort of rift between us. We would rather concentrate on solving the problems of Lagosians and making life better for them, and that is what we would be doing. My deputy and I know what the job entails and we are ready to deliver. So, there is actually nothing for anyone to be worried about. The jobs are clear, the roles are well defined and the co-operation is very deep, the engagement will be very robust and the relationship between my deputy and I goes way back and I hope to keep it that way. 23
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