The Youngest Commissioner in Nigeria sworn in Anambra State

Mark Okoye II, flanked by his wife, was moments ago (20/06/16) sworn in as the Honourable Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget Development at the Executive Council Chamber of Anambra State.

With this, Mark becomes the youngest commissioner in Nigeria presently.

Mark is one of the numerous youth who make up over 55% of the political appointments made by the Gov. Willie Obiano led Administration.

BRIEF PROFILE: Mark Okoye II holds a B.Sc. Finance from the prestigious George Washington University, Washington, DC, USA and is an alumnus of several executive education courses and programmes, including Harvard Kennedy School, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA, Euromoney, Dubai, UAE.

The 30-year-old Mark Okoye possesses a unique combination of experience spanning governance, policy formulation, public sector financing, public budget analysis and corporate finance. Prior to his current role, he served in his current capacity for twenty (20) months during the last administration.

Mark also served as a senior member of the investment banking division at Afrinvest (West Africa) Limited where he was instrumental in executing numerous capital raising and financial advisory transactions.

Before becoming a Commissioner, he was appointed the Special Adviser to the Governor on Economic Planning and budget

Key transactions include the restructuring of UBA Plc in line with new Central Bank of Nigeria banking guidelines (2012), US $80mm debt and equity capital raising for Kano Shopping Mall (2012), the first and largest shelf registration in Nigeria, US$2.3bn Lagos State Government bond issuance program (2011).

Hon Mark is one of the numerous hardworking youths appointed by Africa’s Most Youth-friendly leader, Chief Willie Obiano who’s government comprises over 55% of Young People.

Mark is married to Phillipa Okoye.

SOURCE: https://facebook.com/AnambraOnline/

Gud

LUCK BLESSED GUY

Seeing young guys like this in public office will motivate our children to keep singing the poem


parents listen to your children...
We are the leaders of tomorrow..
Try and pay our school fees... (even doh non dey)
And give us, SOUND EDUCATION

Our greedy politicians no gree retire..... Obasanjo, Atiku, Babangida etc still wish to continue

sexy ms, fresh dude... what a sexyfresh collabo

Ambition is the new sexy.

Hon. Mark, serve- with swag.

It's about who you know

These r the kind of faces we r suppose to be seeing as our representatives on TV screen.

This is a ray of hope that Children r indeed d leaders of tomorrow.

I really do Appreciate Mr. Obiano and Ambode for the recent eye opener and pace deyv set for other states.

I wonder what d Likes of Lai Moh'd, Audu Ogbe and those old guys r doing in govt


am optimistic against all odds that

#NaijaMustBetter

CACAWA:
It's about who you know

I don't think so! The guy is totally qualified for the job with plenty of experience!!

prince3009:


I don't think so! The guy is totally qualified for the job with plenty of experience!!

And you think there aren't others out there who are as young and even more qualified, that never got such job? Do you think he was picked out of the blue? The point is, some kind connection led to his appointment.

I love my state Anambra because this young commissioner would not be boot licked because he's young, well educated and rich. Every community or village in Anambra can boast of intellectuals who are equally fit for the position. They are scattered all over the globe. We respect and support Willie because he respects us all. He knows Ndi Anambra are go-getters. We respect his choice, we are proud of this young son of ours. He symbolizes the vibrant soul of an Anambra youth...

dustmalik:

And you think there aren't others out there who are as young and even more qualified, that never got such job? Do you think he was picked out of the blue? The point is, some kind connection led to his appointment.

This mindset of yours would limit you. Go and read the stories of most Anambra big shots of today and you would be amazed at where they are coming from. Anambra is not Abuja where dullards are made to lord it over others because of their influential surnames. Anambra's got brains you just can't ignore, irrespective of who their parents are...

tomquest:


This mindset of yours would limit you. Go and read the stories of most Anambra big shots of today and you would be amazed at where they are coming from. Anambra is not Abuja where dullards are made to lord it over others because of their influential surnames. Anambra's got brains you just can't ignore, irrespective of who their parents are...

Funny, but it's you who has limited mindset and knowledge of the world around you, since you believe that people from Anambra state have special brains than the rest of the world. Your ignorance is totally out of this world.

Whilst some people like the dilector of IPOB is busying verbally attacking everyone and planning to cause mayhem in the Nigeria, some people like this young fellow is doing right to make himself, Anambra state and Nigeria in general a better place to live.

Well done young man and a bigger well done to the Governor who appointed him as a commissioner.

dustmalik:

And you think there aren't others out there who are as young and even more qualified, that never got such job? Do you think he was picked out of the blue? The point is, some kind connection led to his appointment.

Perhaps there are but how many people are going to serve at the same time? Obiano has started with him and I'm sure it will get to reach those other 'as young and even more qualified'.
Sometimes, it's not just about who you know. Sometimes you need to position yourself properly in order to get noticed. Okoye wouldn't have been noticed if he didn't seek to improve himself in the best possible way while playing his cards well.
So get off nairaland now, get some exposure and you will, get noticed.

Man mi

Congratulations, Anambra state is working and to God be the Glory..

am sure the guy will state this as part of his achievements come next election

Congratulation young commissioner.

Nice one. Don't forget contest is On and Lanicky is waiting

Congratulations Mark!

[color=#006600][/color]well, with what's written, I think the guy qualified for the job. Baba God pick up my call.

Congrat bro.
God abeg bless my hustle

kutchs:

Perhaps there are but how many people are going to serve at the same time? Obiano has started with him and I'm sure it will get to reach those other 'as young and even more qualified'.
Sometimes, it's not just about who you know. Sometimes you need to position yourself properly in order to get noticed. Okoye wouldn't have been noticed if he didn't seek to improve himself in the best possible way while playing his cards well.
So get off nairaland now, get some exposure and you will, get noticed.

If i had more likes, i do give you.
My only problemis let him not be like these old hags period! Its high time these peoplestart handing over to the leaders of today,cos i cant live my life and still seize thatof my children.

dustmalik:

Funny, but it's you who has limited mindset and knowledge of the world around you, since you believe that people from Anambra state have special brains than the rest of the world. Your ignorance is totally out of this world.

Dust out your brains Mister DUSTmalik and comprehend the simple point I've made. I won't be responsible for your childish inferences. End of discussion!

Kudos

Young and getting it

Congratulations, wish u the very best mate.

CACAWA:
It's about who you know

Is the guy not well qualified for the job?

feedthenation:
Whilst some people like the dilector of IPOB is busying verbally attacking everyone and planning to cause mayhem in the Nigeria, some people like this young fellow is doing right to make himself, Anambra state and Nigeria in general a better place to live.

Well done young man and a bigger well done to the Governor who appointed him as a commissioner.

In wizkids voice #shutup!

He looks cute.

[color=#550000][/color]. Seems d youths r now occupying various positions in d country ....... One in Lagos nd now, Anambra ....


Waitn for d day Mimiko will follow suit