Governor of the Western Province, Hanif Yusoof, has refuted reports claiming that he is leaving the government, stating that they are baseless and untrue.

Issuing a statement, Hanif Yusoof said he stands firm in his commitment to the President’s vision.

“I have dedicated myself fully to the mission of rebuilding our nation, without pause or hesitation,” he added. (Newswire)

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The Western Province Governor’s Office is set to introduce a quick response special operations unit at the office premises from 02 December 2024.

The special unit, ‘TELL THE GOVERNOR HOTLINE’, is being introduced to further improve services offered to the public.

The public can express their grievances, views and suggestions related to policies, while discrepancies can be informed to the Governor after which the necessary measures will be taken by the Governor’s Office. 

The special unit will operate 24/7 throughout the year and can be contacted via the following contact details;

Tel. 011-2092720 / 011-2092721 

Fax.011-2092705 

Email – operationroomwpc@gmail.com (Newswire) 

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The newly appointed Governor of the Western Province, Hanif Yousoof has highlighted the importance of strengthening the public services in Sri Lanka. 

Speaking to the media, after assuming duties, Hanif Yousoof, a prominent figure in Sri Lanka’s business sector, pointed out that this could only be achieved with the combined effort of all officials. 

Stating that the President had discussed with him what change could be brought about, Hanif Yousoof said a system change is required to curtail bribery and corruption, which is currently rampant in public services. 

Sharing his experience of Dubai’s public services and digitalization, he revealed that Sri Lanka must look forward to such standards and that he expects to implement such plans by utilising the expertise of the officials.

“I will ensure that the change takes place and we will demonstrate this to the public. Let’s end corruption. Let’s all work together to develop the nation,” he added. (Newswire)

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Sri Lanka Police has issued a clarification over various media reports circulating related to Uva Province Governor A.J.M. Muzammil’s son, who is wanted over an incident of assault. 

Issuing a statement, the Police said the suspect nor his father have not informed the Police of his surrender.

The Wellawatte Police had received a complaint about the Governor’s son allegedly assaulting a woman at an apartment complex in the area, while the woman involved in the incident has been hospitalised. 

The Police said during attempts to arrest the suspect, he had misled the Police by placing his vehicle and mobile phone at a place in the Southern Province. 

The Police has seized the vehicle and the mobile phone, while the suspect is evading arrest and is currently in hiding. 

Stating that the suspect nor his father had not informed the Wellawatte Police of his surrender, the Police also denied reports claiming that they had accepted the suspect’s request to surrender. 

The Police further said that the suspect was still in hiding and investigations are ongoing to apprehend him. (NewsWire)

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