President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of seven individuals to lead key agencies and programs under the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development. This move aims to enhance the delivery of humanitarian aid and social development initiatives across Nigeria.
**Appointments and Roles:**
1. **Dr. Badamasi Lawal** – Appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA). Dr. Lawal, who holds a doctorate in education, previously served as a commissioner in Katsina State.
2. **Ms. Funmilola Olotu** – Named Programme Manager of the National Social Safety-Net Coordinating Office. She holds a master’s degree in business administration and has been the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Lagos State on state lotteries.
3. **Ms. Aishat Alubankudi** – Appointed Programme Manager for the Grant for Vulnerable Groups. With a bachelor’s degree in community development, she has experience as a risk assessor and financial manager.
4. **Princess Aderemi Adebowale** – Assigned as Programme Manager for the Home Grown School Feeding programme. She holds a doctorate degree and is the Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Civic Engagement, having previously served as a local government chairperson.
5. **Mr. Abdullahi Alhassan Imam** – Named Programme Manager of the National Cash Transfer Office. Mr. Imam holds a bachelor’s degree in accountancy and has experience as a chief accountant at Northern Dairies Ltd and as a bank manager.
6. **Mr. Ayuba Gufwan** – Appointed Executive Secretary of the National Commission for People with Disabilities. He holds an LLB and is the executive director of the Beautiful Gate Handicapped People Centre in Jos.
7. **Ms. Lami Binta Adamu Bello** – Named Director General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons. She holds a Master’s degree in public administration and has 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.
These appointments are part of President Tinubu’s strategy to ensure effective implementation of humanitarian and social development programs, providing much-needed relief and support to Nigerians.
