LUTRA, PEDOMANMEDIA - There have been official changes in the position of the Head of Public Relations, Information, and Public Communication (Humas-IKP) at the Communication, Informatics, Statistics, and Cryptography Agency (Diskominfo-SP) in Luwu Utara. The former official, Abdul Hamid, has been replaced by Muhammad Jefri Anda.
Abdul Hamid himself has been appointed as the Secretary of the Youth, Sports, and Tourism Agency (Disporapar). Another position that has officially changed is the Public Relations Officer, Lukman, who is now entrusted as the Head of Tourism UPT.
The handover ceremony for the three officials was held in a simple manner on Monday (24/7) at the Diskominfo Media Center.
Nursalim Ramli, the Head of Diskominfo-SP Luwu Utara, who led the handover ceremony, expressed his deep loss for the two individuals who have had a significant influence on the practices of regional government public relations.
“Honestly, I admit that I am deeply saddened. What makes me sad is the work patterns that have been established in accordance with my mindset, as I am not a rigid person,” said Nursalim.
He also enjoyed the performance of the former Head of Department, which he believed had a positive effect on the work of the Public Relations Department.
“To be honest, I enjoyed the camaraderie presented by the former Head of Department. He always responded well,” he said. “Especially Mr. Lukman, in any situation, even in the middle of the night, he always completed everything well,” he added.
Nursalim added that although they are no longer physically present in the Communication and Information Office, he still hopes for their contributions and thoughts.
“Mr. Lukman has a genetic talent. Meaning, he cannot be separated from the world of writing, as it is in his blood. I know his parents very well,” he said.
Therefore, the former Head of BKPSDM hopes that the bond of friendship will not be broken.
“On behalf of the Communication and Information Office, I express my gratitude and appreciation for our cooperation during my time here, which has entered its seventh month. We are separating physically, but the spirit of friendship must continue to unite,” he hoped.
To the new Head of Department, Muhammad Jefri Anda, he hopes that what has been good so far will continue and any shortcomings will be addressed promptly with other colleagues.
“Welcome, Mr. Jefri, establish good cooperation with your colleagues,” he said.
Meanwhile, the former Head of Department, Abdul Hamid, expressed his gratitude to all civil servants and non-civil servant staff of the Public Relations Department for their good work so far.
“I have been greatly assisted by the extraordinary talents of my colleagues,” he said. “We would not have reached this point if it weren’t for the contributions and support from our colleagues. Our technical work has been truly special for me. Therefore, we are ready to contribute our energy and thoughts if needed,” he explained.
On the other hand, the new Head of Department, Jefri, hopes for collaboration between Public Relations and Protocol. According to him, the two areas are not far apart.
“Public Relations is not much different from protocol. In Public Relations, the scope is broader. In Protocol, we only back up the leaders,” he explained.
“I hope that the colleagues in Public Relations can collaborate with the colleagues in Protocol. We will continue what has been built by Mr. Igo and Mr. Lukman during their time here, and we will improve what has not been going well together,” he concluded.
How do the new officials, Abdul Hamid and Muhammad Jefri Anda, plan to contribute to the improvement of public relations services provided by the Communication, Informatics, Statistics, and Cryptography Agency in Luwu Utara?
From the field of public relations. I hope he can continue to contribute and provide his insights,” Nursalim said.
Regarding the new officials, Abdul Hamid and Muhammad Jefri Anda, Nursalim expressed his confidence in their abilities to carry out their new roles effectively.
“I believe that Mr. Abdul Hamid and Mr. Muhammad Jefri Anda have the skills and knowledge required for their positions. I hope they can continue to uphold the standards and make positive contributions to their respective departments,” Nursalim said.
The handover ceremony was attended by several officials and staff members of the Communication, Informatics, Statistics, and Cryptography Agency in Luwu Utara. The event was conducted in accordance with health protocols to ensure the safety of all participants.
With these official changes in positions, it is expected that the Communication, Informatics, Statistics, and Cryptography Agency in Luwu Utara can continue to deliver effective public relations, information, and communication services to the public.
