President Buhari Appoints Wife’s Brother As MD of Company Printing Nigeria’s Currency
- President Muhammadu Buhari has penned down the appointment of the new managing director of Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company, (NSPMC)
- It was gathered that the new appointee, Ahmed Halilu is the elder brother of the First Lady, Aisha Buhari
- His appointment was said to have been highly recommended by Godwin Emefiele, the CBN governor
FCT, Abuja - A report by the Daily Nigerian newspaper says President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Ahmed Halilu as the managing director of Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company, (NSPMC).
Legit.ng gathered that the appointee, Mr. Halilu is the elder brother of the President’s wife and First Lady, Aisha Buhari.
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The appointment of Mr. Halilu is said to be coming a few months after the resignation of Abbas Masanawa, the immediate past managing director of NSPMC Plc.
However, Halilu’s appointment is said to be in an acting capacity following a strong recommendation by Godwin Emefiele, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria who is currently the board chairman of the NSPMC Plc.
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Ahmed Halilu’s profile
The First Lady’s brother’s experience spans over two decades in the banking industry following stints with notable financial institutions like African International Bank Limited, AIB, and Zenith Bank Plc.
His academic prowess also puts him on elite status in the banking industry, with a first degree in Agriculture B. (Agric), a second degree in Business Administration, and another degree in International Affairs & Diplomacy, all from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria.
Mr. Halilu’s profile also shows that he is a member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM) and also a participant in the Senior Executive Course 39 of the National Institute for Policy & Strategic Studies.
CSOs knock at President Buhari's appointment of INEC REC
In another development, President Muhammadu Buhari has been critiqued for the list of nominated INEC Resident Electoral Commissioners he presented to the Senate for approval.
Civil Society Organisations conducted an investigation and found out that some of the nominees were not eligible.
It was gathered that some of the aspirants have political affiliations while others had cases of corruption and incompetency.
Buhari sends letter to Senate for approval of new appointees
Meanwhile, President Buhari has appointed Muhammad Sabo Lamido as Executive Commissioner, Finance and Accounts, for the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission.
The Nigerian leader has sent Lamido's name to the Senate as the appointment requires confirmation by the legislature.
Lamido if confirmed will replace the former commissioner of the commission, Hassan Gambo, who died recently.
Source: Legit.ng
