President Bola Tinubu has wielded the axe on the heads of several government agencies operating under the Ministry of Information. The decision was revealed by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media Publicity, in a statement released on Thursday.
The following individuals have been appointed as the new heads of these agencies:
(1) National Orientation Agency (NOA) — Director-General / CEO — Mr. Lanre Issa-Onilu
(2) Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) — Director-General / CEO — Mr. Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos
(3) Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) — Director-General / CEO — Dr. Muhammed Bulama
(4) National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) — Director-General / CEO — Mr. Charles Ebuebu
(5) Voice of Nigeria (VON) — Director-General / CEO — Mr. Jibrin Baba Ndace
(6) Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) — Director-General / CEO — Dr. Lekan Fadolapo
(7) News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) — Managing Director / CEO — Mr. Ali Muhammed Ali
(8) Nigerian Press Council (NPC) — Executive Secretary / CEO — Mr. Dili Ezughah
President Tinubu has urged the newly appointed leaders to innovate and create fresh opportunities for Nigerians by implementing effective reforms within these crucial government institutions. These agencies play a pivotal role in unifying the nation, shaping public perceptions, and showcasing Nigeria to the world.
With immediate effect, the changes in leadership will come into force, as announced by the President. This move is expected to have a significant impact on the media and information landscape in Nigeria.
