On Wednesday, President Bola Tinubu sent a letter to the Senate, seeking confirmation for the appointment of members to the governing board of the North East Development Commission (NEDC). Senate President GodsWill Akpabio read the letter on the floor of the plenary session.
The nominees for confirmation are as follows:
General Paul Tarfa – Chairman (North East Adamawa)
Hon Gambo Maikyau – Member (North East Taraba)
Abdullahi Abbas – Member (North West Kano)
Zaf Steven Ondora – Member (North Central Benue)
Chief Mutiu Lawal Areh – Member (South West Lagos)
Samuel Ifeanyi Onuigbo – Member (South East Abia)
Frank Achinike Owo – Member (South South Rivers)
Mohamed Goni Alkali – Managing Director (North East Borno)
Additionally, some members are up for re-appointment, including:
Musa Yashi – Executive Director of Humanitarian Affairs (North East Bauchi)
Ahmed Abdulsalam Yahaya – Executive Director of Operations (North East Gombe)
Dr. Abubakar Garba Ileah – Executive Director of Admin and Finance (North East)
The confirmation of these nominees to the governing board of the North East Development Commission is expected to be deliberated upon by the Senate in the coming sessions. The NEDC plays a crucial role in the development and rehabilitation of the North East region, which has been affected by various challenges in recent years. Once confirmed, the board members will contribute to shaping policies and initiatives aimed at addressing the region’s specific needs and facilitating its progress and growth.
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