Seasoned Journalist and public relations practitioner, Mr. Daniel Iworiso-Markson is now a commissioner-designate following his screening and confirmation by the Bayelsa State House of Assembly.
The former Chief Press Secretary (CPS) had appeared before the lawmakers on Thursday as is customary or the lawmakers to assess candidates for nominated for the State Executive Council job.
While responding to a question on the report of the low Internet usage in the State, Iworiso-Markson said the report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) is not holistic, noting however that the present administration is doing a lot to improve the situation.
Also at the forum, he thanked Governor Seriake Dickson for the opportunity given to him to serve as his spokesman in the last five and half years, stressing that the governor’s generosity has helped him in the effective discharge of his duties.
Before his confirmation, the member representing Ogbia Constituency 1, Hon. Mieteme Obordo had in a motion urged his colleagues to allow Iworiso-Markson take a bow as he was not a stranger to them, adding that his capability to deliver as a commissioner is not in doubt.
The only All Progressive Congress (APC) member in the assembly and the representative of Brass constituency 1, Hon. Israel Sunny-Goli seconded the motion which was unanimously adopted by all the members when the Speaker, Konbowei Benson who presided over the day’s sitting called for a voice vote.
Following his confirmation, Governor Dickson is expected to swear him anytime soon and assign a portfolio to him, to become the latest member of the State Executive Council (SEC).