The Honorable Commissioner for Environment in Delta State, Hon Ejiro Jamani has been ranked as the best performing Commissioner in Nigeria by an online platform Portal Report.Org
The works of the Commissioner following the MORE AGENDA of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Delta State, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has not gone unnoticed and it is in this stride that has been ranked as the best performing Commissioner in Nigeria.
According to the report, Hon Jamani has been ranked as Number One having revolutionize environmental governance in the Niger Delta region.
Under his visionary leadership, Delta State has achieved remarkable milestones in environmental protection, waste management, and sustainable development.
Commissioner Ejiro’s innovative approach to environmental challenges has resulted in the implementation of cutting-edge waste-to-energy projects, comprehensive flood control systems, and groundbreaking oil spill remediation programs. His administration has successfully reduced environmental degradation by 45% while increasing green cover across the state by 30%.
The establishment of the Delta State Environmental Monitoring Agency (DSEMA) under his guidance has become a model for other states, featuring state-of-the-art technology for real-time environmental data collection and analysis. His collaborative approach with international environmental organizations has attracted over $50 million in green investment to the state.
Most notably, Commissioner Ejiro’s climate resilience program has positioned Delta State as a leader in climate adaptation strategies in West Africa. His initiatives in mangrove restoration, coastal protection, and renewable energy integration have earned international recognition, including the UN Environment Programme’s Excellence Award for Environmental Leadership.
Others on the list include;
2 Mr. Oden Ewa
Commissioner for Special Duties & Intergovernmental Affairs, Cross River State
3 Mr. Adetokunbo Philip Wahab
Commissioner for Environment & Water Resources, Lagos State
4 Mr. Nasiru Sule Garo
Commissioner for Environment & Climate Change, Kano State
5 Dr. Oyebanji Filani
Commissioner for Health & Human Services, Ekiti State
6 Dr. Law Mefor
Commissioner for Information, Anambra State
7 Ms. Bolanle “Bola” Olukoju
Commissioner for Communications & Creative Economy, Kwara State
8 Mr. Olatunji “Tunji” Bello
Former Commissioner for Environment, Lagos State (Legacy Recognition)
9 Mr. Mohammed Tajo Othman
Commissioner for Science & Technology, Kano State
10 Professor Moses Ogbaji
Commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Benue State
