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Presidency Speaks on Ngelale’s Exit

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Ajuri Ngelale.
Ajuri Ngelale.

*Wishes him well in all his future endeavors.

The Presidency, today issued a statement that it had received the memo from Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity and Official Spokesperson of the President as well as Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action, informing of his decision to proceed on an indefinite leave of absence for personal and health reasons.

The President, according to the statement, said it “accepts Ngelale’s reasons for the leave, fully understands them and sympathizes with the circumstances that have led to this seemingly difficult decision.”

While extending his heartfelt prayers and best wishes to Chief Ngelale and his family during this challenging moment, the President “hopes for a speedy recovery and full restoration to health.”

The statement has it further: “The President notes his tireless efforts and dedication in serving the nation, and thanks him for the remarkable contributions he made in his various capacities, especially in advancing national discourse and leading efforts on climate action and other key initiatives.

The President wishes him well in all his future endeavors.

During this period, we kindly ask that the wish for privacy of Chief Ngelale and his family be respected.”

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