The former Managing Director/CEO of the lmo State Oil Producing Area Development Commission, ISOPADEC, Charles Orie, has said his recent resignation from the company was a personal decision.
Orie stated that he has no problems with the governor of Lmo State, Hope Uzodinma or the government that prompted him to resign.
This was contained in a statement he issued on Monday and made available to DAILY POST.
The statement reads, “This morning, I have decided to resign my position and appointment as the Managing Director/CEO of ISOPADEC.
“I have no problems with the Governor or Government of Imo State that prompted me to resign, it is not every political leader in Imo that has a political appointment.
“I remain an APC political leader both in Ohaji/Egbema, Imo State, and Nigeria. I am still working for the Governor General of South East, His Excellency Distinguished (Senator)Hope Uzodinma, the Governor is more than a Governor to me. He is my friend and family member.
“I know very soon today social media will start spreading rumours and fake news. I want to use this opportunity to thank everyone who supported me on this assignment as the Managing Director/CEO of ISOPADEC.
“I want to thank especially my colleagues in Government House, SSG, Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff, Dr Mrs Irene Chime, Commissioners and Special Advisers/Assistants, all the members of Imo State House of Assembly. You all made my job very easy.
“I am still very much around with you guys. I also want to thank my immediate constituents of oil production Local Government of Ohaji/Egbema, Oguta, and Oru East for all your support and show of love during my tenure as MD ISOPADEC.
“I also want to say a very big thank you to all my brothers and sisters, all the Traditional rulers and leaders of Ohaji/Egbema LGA for the support and love I received from you as the MD ISOPADEC. Finally, I want to say a big thank you to the Governing Board/Management /Staff of ISOPADEC, you guys are amazing people…God bless you all.
My resignation from ISOPADEC persona l- Orie, MD/CEO