President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of seven Nigerians to head strategic agencies and programs under the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development.
This was revealed in a statement sent to journalists today by Ajuri Ngelale, a presidential spokesman.
According to the statement, Dr Badamasi Lawal has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA). Dr. Lawal, who holds a doctorate degree in education, previously served as a commissioner in Katsina State.
Ms. Funmilola Olotu will serve as the Programme Manager for the National Social Safety-Net Coordinating Office. Ms Olotu, who has a master’s degree in business administration, is currently the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Lagos State on state lotteries.
Ms. Aishat Alubankudi has been named Programme Manager for the Grant for Vulnerable Groups. Ms. Alubankudi holds a bachelor’s degree in community development and brings experience as a risk assessor and financial manager.
Princess Aderemi Adebowale will manage the Home Grown School Feeding program. Princess Adebowale is the Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Civic Engagement and has previously served as a local government chairperson.
Mr. Abdullahi Alhassan Imam has been appointed Programme Manager of the National Cash Transfer Office. Mr Imam, who holds a bachelor’s degree in accountancy, has experience as chief accountant at Northern Dairies Ltd and as a bank manager.
Mr. Ayuba Gufwan will serve as the Executive Secretary of the National Commission for People with Disabilities. Mr. Gufwan holds an LLB and is currently the executive director of the Beautiful Gate Handicapped People Centre in Jos.
Ms. Lami Binta Adamu Bello has been appointed Director General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons. Ms Binta holds a master’s degree in public administration and has previously served as the Secretary-General of ALGON and Permanent Secretary in both the Federal Ministry of Health and the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development.
President Tinubu expressed confidence that the new appointees will execute their responsibilities with the highest levels of integrity and diligence.
