Tinubu Officially Assigns Positions to Rinsola Abiola, Nasir Bala, and Other Individuals (Complete Roster)
New Appointments and Renewals at the Federal Character Commission
The Federal Character Commission (FCC) under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has undergone significant changes, with a new Executive Chairman, Ayo Hulayat Omidiran, taking the helm. Omidiran, a former member of the House of Representatives, replaces Dr. Muheeba Dankaka, whose tenure was marked by controversy.
Mohammed Musa, a new appointment, takes on the role of the Commission's Secretary. Kayode Oladele, a commissioner from Ogun State, was retained after serving as acting chairman and is also a former member of the House of Representatives.
Several commissioners have been appointed or reappointed for their respective states. Notable appointees and their backgrounds include:
- Abdulwasiu Kayode Bawalla, representing Lagos State (new appointment)
- Peter Ogbonna Eze, representing Enugu State, boasts a rich international background in management, leadership, and strategic partnerships. He was formerly a Special Assistant and has been widely praised by Southeast political leaders and Governor Alex Otti.
- Hon. Obina Oriaku (Abia State)
- Mrs. Bema Olvadi Madayi (Adamawa)
- Obongawan Dora Ebong (Akwa-Ibom)
- Hon. Nnoli Nkechi Gloria (Anambra)
- Babangida Adamu Gwana (Bauchi)
- Sir Tonye Okio (Bayelsa)
- Aligba Eugene Tarkende (Benue)
- Engr. Modu Mustapha (Borno)
- Dr. Stella Odey Ekpo (Cross River)
- Ederin Lovette Idisi (Delta)
- Barr. Nwokpor Vincent Nduka (Ebonyi)
- Hon. Chief Victor Sabor Edoror (Edo)
- Hon. Sola Fokanle (Ekiti)
The appointments of Lawal Ya’u Roni (Jigawa), Abubakar Atiku Bunu (Kebbi), and Eludayo Eluyemi (Osun) have been renewed.
In addition to the commissioner appointments, President Tinubu has made other key appointments. For instance, he appointed Ms. Rinsola Abiola as Director-General of the Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre (CLTC), an expert in strategic communication and government relations. He also appointed Nasir Bala Aminu Ja'oji as Senior Special Assistant on Citizenship and Leadership, an advocate of women and youth empowerment and development.
The FCC under Tinubu’s administration combines politicians with legislative experience, professionals with diverse backgrounds, and a mix of new and renewed appointments representing various Nigerian states. This team is tasked with overseeing equitable federal appointments and resources distribution.
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