President Bola Tinubu has recently made several appointments to the media & publicity directorate in the office of the president. These appointments aim to strengthen the team and enhance communication strategies within the administration.
Among the newly appointed officials is Fela Durotoye, who has been designated as the senior special assistant to the president on national values & social justice. Durotoye’s wealth of experience and passion for social justice issues will contribute to the president’s vision for a fair and inclusive society.
Fredrick Nwabufo, on the other hand, has been named the senior special assistant to the president on public engagement. With Nwabufo‘s background as a former deputy editor and Abuja bureau chief of TheCable Newspaper, he brings valuable media expertise to the team.
In addition to these appointments, the president has also selected three other individuals to join the presidential media and publicity directorate. This includes Linda Nwabuwa Akhigbe, who will serve as the senior special assistant to the president on strategic communications. Akhigbe’s role will involve crafting effective communication strategies to disseminate the president’s agenda.
Furthermore, Aliyu Audu has been appointed as the special assistant to the president on public affairs. Audu’s responsibilities will encompass engaging with the public and addressing their concerns to ensure transparency and accountability in the government’s actions.
The statement announcing these appointments was issued by Ajuri Ngelale, the special adviser to the president on media and publicity. Ngelale emphasized that these appointments were made in accordance with Nigeria’s federal character principle and the importance of merit.
In a further move, Linda Nwabuwa Akhigbe has been seconded to the ECOWAS Commission to serve as the Communications Adviser to the President. This demonstrates the recognition of Akhigbe’s skills and expertise, allowing her to contribute to regional communication endeavors.
The president has tasked all the newly appointed individuals within the media & publicity directorate to maintain the highest standards of decorum and decency in their interactions with the public. The president’s vision is to rebuild hope among Nigerians through a restructured economy and a unified society that caters to the needs of all, regardless of any differences.
Fredrick Nwabufo’s appointment as a senior special assistant is noteworthy, given his previous experience at TheCable Newspaper. His expertise in media and communications will undoubtedly enhance the administration’s ability to effectively engage with the public and keep them informed about its policies and initiatives.
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