By Chinedum Treasure
Nigerian Red Cross Society Anambra Branch, Awka South Division has disclosed its plans of reinvigoration through well-thought-out strategic plans.
The division chairman, Comrade Emmanuel Ezeobi in a chat with newsmen on Thursday said the plan is focused on strengthening governance, enhancing volunteer base and improving internal controls.
He named some of the volunteer base and plans to include restructuring of the division to be more active, effective and visible to the public.
“We will also adopt the use of technology, digital platforms to improve communication, while deliberately increasing youth involvement.
“Welfare of members will be our top priority while we shall also cherish and explore partnership with organisations and embark on robust community engagement,” he said.
Ezeobi however identified urgent movement to proposed new office at the Awka South Local Government Secretariat as one of the immediate challenges facing the body.
“When that is finally done, we now conduct the investiture of the current Mayor of Awka South, Prince Chinedu Okafor as the patron in accordance with the Red Cross rule,” he added.
The Chairman further announced appointment of Mr Chukwuma Emuwa as a Volunteer Consultant in furtherance of the numerous strategic plans.
“He is a humanitarian, Red Cross awardee, researcher and author of the books: Experiences of Africans, African Americans, Nigerians and Igbos: Self Observation: Experiences and Mental Wellness.
“Emuwa is also one of the stakeholders of the Nigerian Red Cross. He will volunteer his time and resources
towards the assignment, ensuring teams, resources and strategies are aligned with the goals, core mission and values of the Red Cross,” he added.
According to Ezeobi, the organization is open for more volunteers, members, consultants and well-meaning Nigerians ready to sacrifice time and resources in assisting in numerous services to humanity.
“The aim is to reposition the division to play critical role being the main division within the Awka Capital City of the State,” he stressed.
