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SEE FULL LIST: PenCom, NSITF, ICRC… Tinubu makes spree of appointments in one day
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of new leaders for 10 federal agencies and a national project.
On Saturday, Ajuri Ngelale, presidential spokesperson, announced the appointments in a series of press statements.
Some of the appointments are subject to senate confirmation.
ADEYANJU TO HEAD NLTF
Tinubu appointed Tosin Adeyanju as the new executive secretary of the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF).
“Adeyanju is an accomplished administrator and good governance advocate,” the statement reads.
“The President expects the new Chief Executive Officer to ensure transparency and efficiency in the operations of the agency to actualise the objective of the NLTF as a driver of good causes in Nigeria.”
OLOWORARAN APPOINTED TO HEAD PenCom
The president appointed Omolola Oloworaran as the new director-general (DG) of the National Pension Commission (PenCom).
Ngelale said Oloworaran’s appointment is subject to senate confirmation.
“Ms Oloworaran is a finance and banking expert with many years of experience,” the statement said.
“The President anticipates goal-oriented leadership to drive efficiency and superlative performance in the National Pension Commission as the prime regulator of the Nigerian pension industry.”
AGARA APPOINTED NDE DG
Ngelale said Tinubu also approved the appointment of Silas Agara as the new DG of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE).
Agara previously served as the deputy governor of Nasarawa state under Umaru Tanko Al-Makura and was also a former special adviser on sports.
The presidential spokesperson said Tinubu anticipates an overhaul of the NDE under Agara for optimal performance in designing and implementing programmes to combat mass unemployment in the country.
UMAR MOHAMMED IS NEW NIHSA DG
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of new leaders for 10 federal agencies and a national project.
On Saturday, Ajuri Ngelale, presidential spokesperson, announced the appointments in a series of press statements.
Some of the appointments are subject to senate confirmation.
ADEYANJU TO HEAD NLTF
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Tinubu appointed Tosin Adeyanju as the new executive secretary of the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF).
“Adeyanju is an accomplished administrator and good governance advocate,” the statement reads.
“The President expects the new Chief Executive Officer to ensure transparency and efficiency in the operations of the agency to actualise the objective of the NLTF as a driver of good causes in Nigeria.”
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OLOWORARAN APPOINTED TO HEAD PenCom
The president appointed Omolola Oloworaran as the new director-general (DG) of the National Pension Commission (PenCom).
Ngelale said Oloworaran’s appointment is subject to senate confirmation.
“Ms Oloworaran is a finance and banking expert with many years of experience,” the statement said.
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“The President anticipates goal-oriented leadership to drive efficiency and superlative performance in the National Pension Commission as the prime regulator of the Nigerian pension industry.”
AGARA APPOINTED NDE DG
Ngelale said Tinubu also approved the appointment of Silas Agara as the new DG of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE).
Agara previously served as the deputy governor of Nasarawa state under Umaru Tanko Al-Makura and was also a former special adviser on sports.
The presidential spokesperson said Tinubu anticipates an overhaul of the NDE under Agara for optimal performance in designing and implementing programmes to combat mass unemployment in the country.
UMAR MOHAMMED IS NEW NIHSA DG
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Tinubu approved the appointment of Umar Mohammed as the DG of the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA).
“Mr. Mohammed is an architect, and also, a construction technology and environment professional,” the statement said.
“The President expects improved outcomes in the agency’s objective of operating and maintaining hydrological stations nationwide, as well as carrying out groundwater exploration and monitoring using various scientific techniques in order to provide hydrological and hydrogeological data needed for the planning, design, execution, and management of water resources and allied projects.”
DAN AGUNDI TO LEAD NPC
Also, the president approved the appointment of Baffa Dan Agundi as the new DG of the National Productivity Centre (NPC).
Dan Agundi was a former majority leader of the Kano state house of assembly.
He was also the principal registrar of the Kano high court of justice.
Ngelale said the president anticipates the DG’s utmost dedication and patriotic zeal in driving the centre’s mandate of developing a national culture of excellence in operational efficiency.
According to Ngelale, Tinubu also expects a performance-driven orientation toward measurable productivity in the citizenry for the overall enhancement of service delivery and quality of life across the nation.
UMAR KOGO TO OVERSEE CCT
Mainasara Umar Kogo was appointed as chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT).
“Kogo is a seasoned lawyer and analyst in the fields of law, security, economy, politics, and international diplomacy,” the statement said.
“The President anticipates professionalism, integrity, and fidelity to the nation in the discharge of the functions of the Office of the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT).”
EWALEFOH TO HEAD ICRC
Ngelale also said Jobson Ewalefoh has been appointed as the new DG of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC).
“Ewalefoh is a professional with years of experience in government and development organizations, in addition to expertise in public-private partnerships, public policy reform, and development,” Ngelale said.
The presidential spokesperson said the appointment is subject to senate confirmation.
“The president expects absolute dedication and probity in the management of the ICRC and in pursuit of its strategic objective of accelerating investment in national infrastructure through the innovative mobilisation of private-sector funding,” he said.
ADEBAYO NAMED CEO OF NALDA
Tinubu also approved the appointment of Cornelius Adebayo as the new executive secretary and chief executive officer (CEO) of the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA).
NALDA is charged with developing rural communities through agriculture and making it a source of wealth creation for the country.
“Adebayo is an engineer and also a community and social development expert,” Ngelale said.
“The President expects the new Chief Executive Officer of NALDA to deploy his competence and experience in supporting and driving the growth and sustainability of Nigeria’s agricultural sector.”
FALEYE APPOINTED AS NSITF MD, ALLI-MACAULAY NAMED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The president also approved the appointment of Oluwaseun Faleye as the new MD/CEO of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), while Mojisolaoluwa Alli-Macaulay was named the executive director (operations).
“Faleye is a legal and corporate finance specialist,” Ngelale said.
“Mrs. Alli-Macaulay is a former lawmaker and former Chairperson of the Lagos State House of Assembly Committee on Women Affairs, Poverty Alleviation, and Job Creation.”
The statement said Tinubu anticipates a comprehensive re-positioning of the NSITF for enhanced social protection and qualitative service delivery.
SALEH ABUBAKAR IS NEW DG OF NAGGW
In a separate appointment, the president named Saleh Abubakar as the new DG of the National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW).
Ngelale said Tinubu expects diligence and dedication from Abubakar, a highly experienced public administrator with decades of experience across several sectors.
The agency is mandated to empower communities to combat land degradation, enhance food security, and build resilience to climate change through sustainable interventions and education.
ADEKANMBI TO LEAD HYPREP
Tinubu approved the appointment of Olufemi Adekanbi as the new project coordinator for the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP).
Adekanbi is a former commissioner for special duties, culture, and tourism in Ondo, and a member of the Nigerian Environmental Society (NES).
“The President anticipates the exercise of competence, dedication, and professionalism in fulfilling the mission of the HYPREP to restore and revitalize communities impacted by hydrocarbon pollution, with a primary focus on Ogoniland in Nigeria,” Ngelale stated.
Adekanbi also holds a doctorate in environmental management.
BASHIR LADO AS SA ON SENATE MATTERS
Tinubu also appointed Bashir Lado, a former senator representing Kano central, as his special adviser on senate matters.
Ngelale said the president expects Lado to leverage his experience to foster better collaboration between the executive and legislative.
“The President expects that the new Special Adviser on Senate Matters will deploy his immense experience for enhanced synergy between the Executive and the Legislature and for improved government performance,” a statement by the presidential spokesperson reads.
In 2023, Lado was the convener of the 72 non-serving senators in the All Progressive Congress (APC), who endorsed Godswill Akpabio, former minister of Niger Delta affairs, as president of the 10th senate.
Lado had said Barau Jibrin, senator representing Kano north, – a contender for the senate president position – should be considered as deputy senate president.
Security personnel foiled an assassination attempt by armed men suspected to be political thugs on a federal lawmaker representing the Esan North-East/Esan South-East Federal Constituency in Edo State, Henry Okojie.
Okojie’s media aide, Michael Ihaza, confirmed the development in a statement on Friday, saying that Okojie, the husband of the Nollywood movie Star, Mercy Johnson, was reportedly attacked at his residence by gunmen in a Lexus GX 470 carrying a Rivers State vehicle registration number – PHC 253 FF.
The statement noted that the planned assassination “was unsuccessful owing to the intervention of security personnel attached to the lawmaker”.
“The armed thugs who disguised as police officers along with two others, invaded the residence of Hon. Okojie, claimed to be on appointment and proceeded to the seating room.
“Following the intervention of the security personnel attached to the lawmaker, two of the armed thugs fled leaving behind the driver and another who are currently being interrogated by officers from the Area Command of the Nigeria Police Force, Uromi.
“The suspects have so far made a confessional statement stating that they were sent on the mission by People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leaders in Esan North East Local Government Area,” the statement added.
Efforts to reach the Edo State Police Command for comments were not successful.
Kayode Egbetokun, inspector-general of police (IGP), has ordered the restriction of vehicular movement in Edo state during the governorship election.
In a statement on Friday, Muyiwa Adejobi, force spokesperson, said the restriction will begin from 6am to 6pm on Saturday.
Adejobi said individuals on essential services like officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), accredited media personnel, and emergency responders are exempted from the restriction.
The force spokesperson reaffirmed the ban on all security aides and escorts accompanying VIPs to polling units and collation centers.
Adejobi said unauthorised security personnel and quasi-security outfits are prohibited from operating during the election.
“In preparation for the election, the IGP has ordered the restriction of all vehicular movement on roads, waterways, and other forms of transportation from 6am to 6pm on election Day. Exceptions will be made for essential services, including accredited media, electoral officials, ambulances, and emergency responders,” the statement reads.
“To maintain the integrity of the electoral process, the IGP has implemented a ban on all security aides and escorts accompanying VIPs to polling booths and collation centres.
“Unauthorized security personnel and quasi-security outfits are prohibited from operating during the election, and the use of sirens by unauthorized vehicles is strictly forbidden to ensure a calm environment for voters.
“Furthermore, the IGP has mandated that special attention be afforded to individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, nursing mothers, the elderly, and those with mobility challenges, ensuring that polling stations in both urban and rural settings are accessible to all.
“The inspector-general of police, through the deputy inspector-general (DIG) for Edo gubernatorial election, DIG Frank Emeka Mba, mni, has appealed to citizens to refrain from making prank calls to control room and designated help numbers, highlighting that text messages are more effective for operational purposes.
“The designated election lines for inquiries and reporting are: DIG Frank Mba, mni; 07025000383 and AIG Benneth Igwe, mni; 09085000029, while the general control room numbers are 08077773721 and 08037646272. The already-activated joint control room is manned by police and relevant agencies engaged in the electoral process.”
On Saturday, voters in Edo will determine who succeeds Godwin Obaseki, governor of the state, for the next four years from the 17 political parties participating in the election.
The All Progressives Congress (APC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Labour Party (LP) are the leading political parties in the election.
Mojisola Adeyeye, director-general of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has directed the closure of the Gomboru drug market in Maiduguri, Borno state.
In a social media post on Thursday, NAFDAC said it was discovered that drugs affected by the flood were being washed and sun-dried for sale at the market.
“After the recent flooding in Maiduguri that submerged the Gomboru drug market where contaminated drugs were washed and sun-dried for resale, the NAFDAC DG ordered the immediate closure of the market to conduct a thorough shop-to-shop removal of these compromised drugs,” the post reads.
On September 10, many residents fled their homes following a flood incident which affected parts of Fori, Galtimari, Gwange, and Bulabulin in Maiduguri.
The flood occurred due to the collapse of the Alau Dam which has been at full capacity for weeks.
In a separate post, NAFDAC said it had shut down an illegal factory producing counterfeit cosmetic products at Benue Plaza, Trade Fair Complex in Lagos state.
“NAFDAC officers raided the location discovering various unregistered chemicals and packaging materials, along with expired products that were being revalidated for sale,” the post reads.
The operation also led to the seizure of over 1,200 cartons of fake cosmetic products.
Items including mini-mixing containers, unlabelled chemicals, batch coding materials, and thinners, were confiscated and take to the NAFDAC office for further investigation.
The agency estimated the street value of the confiscated items to about ₦50 million.
It urged the public to be cautious when purchasing cosmetic products and report any suspicious activities to the nearest NAFDAC office.
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