Will bring change, says new Western Province Governor

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Colombo, September 26 (Daily Mirror) - Business leader Hanif Yusoof, recently appointed as the Governor of the Western Province, stated that he is determined to implement changes as pledged by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

He made these remarks while addressing the media after assuming duties as the new Governor.

"The President has appointed me with a clear objective to bring about meaningful change to the system, uplift the poor and strengthen the public sector," Yusoof said.

Furthermore, the new Governor expressed his commitment towards putting an end to corruption and bribery.

"This is not something I can do alone. If we all work hand in hand, it is not an impossible task. I have a plan, and I look forward to everyone’s support in bringing about changes that will improve the livelihoods of the ordinary people," he added.

Comments - 18

Aela Thursday, 26 September 2024 06:46 PM

Good choice. The new President is to be commended for his style of leadership.

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Jiff Thursday, 26 September 2024 06:59 PM

Slowly becoming another elitist government.

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Hadam Thursday, 26 September 2024 07:40 PM

Hanif Yusuf. A real gentleman and honest business man. Super hero of Expo Lanka. All the best sir.

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Colombo Citizen Thursday, 26 September 2024 07:51 PM

Governor will have powers if 13th amendment is fully implemented. Otherwise, he will just be a ceremonial figure.

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Joshua Thursday, 26 September 2024 08:07 PM

We all need a change from away from political greedy fellows who use the country as their playing ground. Hope NPP will do justice to the people

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Citizen Ceylon Friday, 27 September 2024 02:54 AM

Joshua, well said. It should go further. In that, those corrupt politicians and their 'pantang kara's' should be tried for corrupt practices in a court set up for this heinous crime. Unfortunately some may have to be "hung by the tallest yard arm' on Galle Face Green. Thereby teach the rest to keep their dirty hands away from public purse.

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Hon. Sarneris Thursday, 26 September 2024 08:19 PM

Tell us what are you going to do as the governor?

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BanduXX Thursday, 26 September 2024 11:02 PM

As Chairman of one of the biggest business enterprises in Sri Lanka, just leave him to do a good planned job.

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"Success Ahead for Mr. Hanif Yusoof in the Western Province" Thursday, 26 September 2024 09:03 PM

"The Western Province is in capable hands. Wishing His Excellency Mr. Hanif Yusoof all the best for his tenure."

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Small coins Thursday, 26 September 2024 09:24 PM

Hope it won't be 'small change.' Wish you the best!

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Kays Thursday, 26 September 2024 10:19 PM

Starting his career in the Pettah business district and then building the country's leading freight forwarder, Mr. Yusuf should be the best person to advise the new finance minister on eliminating corruption in the import-export trade. This will be a positive step towards increasing govt. revenue and bringing down the cost of living.

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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR APPOINTMENT AND MAY THE LORD GUIDE YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE Thursday, 26 September 2024 10:49 PM

GOOD CHOICE A RESPECTED AND HONEST MAN IN THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY, HE WILL CERTAINLY IMPLEMENT THE CHANGES AS PROMISED.

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Rip Winkle Friday, 27 September 2024 12:58 AM

Dear sir, This country desperately needs a whistle-blower hotline where people may call in to report fraud and corruption. (Dear editor, please print).

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Ram P Friday, 27 September 2024 05:39 AM

New Governor is a Leading Successful Businessman and I am sure will know how to arrest corruption. He cannot successful unless he knew ways and means to arrest corruption in his business empire

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Dias Pora Friday, 27 September 2024 07:01 AM

I was very skeptical about NPP, but credit is due here to AKD for making a good choice. Hanif is a super business leader. He was school dropout and became CEO of Sri Lanka’s largest listed company. This man will walk the talk and be humble at the same time. Western Province is in good hands. Hanif will deliver results.

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Adwani Friday, 27 September 2024 09:27 AM

May the Al-Mighty Lord of Universe guide you to execute your plans, Our prayers for your success.

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Dinindu Jayasekara Friday, 27 September 2024 09:39 AM

He need not to borrow any thing from the Govt or any thing for his community or business, instead he has the ability to server in return... a person who always with the people no matter what community your in!!

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Patcitz Friday, 27 September 2024 02:12 PM

Do not TALK much, step into action immediaely preventing losing the upcoming General Election.

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