Tinubu Appoints Imam, Agbasi As Chairman, MD Of FERMA

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the Governing Board and Management of the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA). A statement by Presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale said this was for a renewable term of four years, in accordance with Section 2(3) of the FERMA Amendment Act, 2007 The board members are: Chairman of FERMA Board — Engr. Imam Ibrahim Kashim Imam Managing Director of FERMA — Engr. Chukwuemeka Agbasi Member (NARTO) — Yusuf Lawal Othman Member (FMW) — Engr. Ibi Terna Manasseh Member (FRSC) — ACM Shehu Mohammed Member (Finance) — Babatunde Daramola-Oniru Member (South-South) — Hon. Preye Oseke Member (South-West) — Hon. Oye Ojobe Member (South-East) — Dr Kenneth Ugbala Member (North-Central) — Sen. Timothy Adudu Member (North-East) — Engr. Abubakar Bappa Member (North-West) — Aminu Adamu Papa The president urged the new appointees to continue to uphold effective and efficient service delivery in the agency. He said that the agency was set to play a central role in the sustainable health of growth-enabling infrastructure nationwide.

Tinubu appoints new NDDC Board, Management

In a significant move aimed at revitalizing the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given his approval for the appointment of a fresh Board and Management team. In a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) on Tuesday, the newly constituted team will steer the NDDC towards a new phase of effective governance, aligned with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. The appointed members of the Board and Management team are as follows: 1. Mr. Chiedu Ebie – Chairman – Delta 2. Dr. Samuel Ogbuku – Managing Director / CEO – Bayelsa 3. Mr. Boma Iyaye – Executive Director (Finance and Admin) – Rivers 4. Mr. Victor Antai – Executive Director (Projects) – Akwa-Ibom 5. Ifedayo Abegunde – Executive Director (Corporate Services) – Ondo 6. Sen. Dimaro Denyanbofa – State Representative – Bayelsa 7. Mr. Abasi Ndikan Nkono – State Representative – Akwa Ibom 8. Rt. Hon. Monday Igbuya – State Representative – Delta  9. Chief Tony Okocha – State Representative – Rivers 10. Hon Patrick Aisowieren – State Representative – Edo 11. Mr. Kyrian Uchegbu – State Representative – Imo 12. Victor Kolade Akinjo – State Representative – Ondo 13. Chief Dimgba Eruba – State Representative – Abia 14. Mr. Asu Oku Okang – State Representative – Cross River 15. Hon. Nick Wende – Zonal Representative – North Central 16. Hon. Namdas Abdulrazak – Zonal Representative – North East 17. Sen. Dr. Ibrahim Abdullahi Gobir – Zonal Representative – North West According to the statement, “the President’s intention is to foster a renewed era of successful administration within the NDDC, as part of his vision for the region. “These appointments, effective immediately, are seen as a crucial step in advancing development and progress in the Niger Delta region.”

Tinubu employs special investigator to probe Emefiele, CBN’s activities

President Bola Tinubu has taken a significant step in the fight against corruption by appointing Jim Obazee as a Special Investigator. Mr. Obazee’s primary task is to conduct a thorough investigation into the activities of the Central Bank of Nigeria and other Related Entities. This decision, as stated in a letter dated 28 July, is firmly grounded in Section 15(5) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), underscoring the administration’s commitment to combating corruption. The appointment of Mr. Obazee is already in effect, and he will be reporting directly to President Tinubu. The specific terms of his engagement as a special investigator will be communicated to him in due course, according to the letter signed by the president. It is worth noting that Mr. Obazee brings significant expertise to this role, having previously served as the chief executive officer of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN). Tinubu also requested regular updates from Mr. Obazee on the progress of the assignment. In the same letter, he directed Mr. Obazee’s attention to his earlier directive to suspend the CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele, on 9 June. This move indicates a keen interest in ensuring a comprehensive investigation into the matter. Regarding the suspended CBN governor, there have been subsequent developments. After being suspended by Mr. Tinubu, Godwin Emefiele was arrested at his Lagos residence by operatives of the State Security Service (SSS). He was subsequently transported to Abuja for further proceedings. The SSS is prosecuting him for allegedly possessing an unregistered firearm. However, last week, the Federal High Court in Abuja granted him bail. Despite being granted bail by the court, Mr. Emefiele was re-arrested by the SSS on the court premises, leading to a confrontation between SSS officers and personnel from the Nigerian Correctional Centre, who attempted to take him into their custody. The reason for Mr. Emefiele’s continued detention has not been publicly disclosed by the secret service. This ongoing situation has sparked considerable interest and concern, and the appointment of Jim Obazee as Special Investigator is expected to shed light on the matter. With his expertise and the mandate given by President Tinubu, the investigation aims to bring transparency and accountability to the activities of the Central Bank of Nigeria and associated entities.