By Muhammad Mamman
Dr Muheeba Dankaka returns as Executive Chairman as fresh appointees emerge across all 36 states and the FCT
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given the nod for the reappointment of Dr Muheeba Dankaka as Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC) for a second five-year term — a move seen as a strong endorsement of her stewardship at the helm of the Commission.
In a significant shake-up aimed at reinvigorating the FCC, President Tinubu also approved the appointment of Mohammed Musa as the new Secretary of the Commission. Meanwhile, Kayode Oladele, the representative from Ogun State, retains his position as Commissioner.
Additionally, the President extended the tenures of three serving Commissioners:
- Lawal Ya’u Roni (Jigawa)
- Abubakar Atiku Bunu (Kebbi)
- Eludayo Eluyemi (Osun)
31 New Commissioners Appointed
In what marks a comprehensive refresh of the Commission’s membership, President Tinubu has appointed 31 new Commissioners to represent the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory. The appointees, a mix of seasoned administrators, legal experts, engineers, and grassroots politicians, are as follows:
- Hon. Obina Oriaku – Abia
- Mrs Bema Olvadi Madayi – Adamawa
- Obongawan Dora Ebong – Akwa Ibom
- Hon. Nnoli Nkechi Gloria – Anambra
- Babangida Adamu Gwana – Bauchi
- Sir Tonye Okio – Bayelsa
- Aligba Eugene Tarkende – Benue
- Engr. Modu Mustapha – Borno
- Dr Stella Odey Ekpo – Cross River
- Ederin Lovette Idisi – Delta
- Barr. Nwokpor Vincent Nduka – Ebonyi
- Hon. Chief Victor Sabor Edoror – Edo
- Hon. Sola Fokanle – Ekiti
- Peter Eze – Enugu
- Ibrahim Baba Mairiga – Gombe
- Hon. Jerry Alagbaoso – Imo
- Ruth Jumai Ango – Kaduna
- Muhammad Awwal Nayya – Kano
- Hon. Anas Isah – Katsina
- Bello Idris Eneye – Kogi
- Dr Ibrahim Abdullahi – Kwara
- Alh. Isah Jibrin – Niger
- Comrade Ajimudu Bola – Ondo
- Prince Ayodeji Abas Aleshinloye – Oyo
- Hon. Pam Bolman – Plateau
- Aaron Chukwuemeka – Rivers
- Alh. Aminu Tambar – Sokoto
- Comrade Bobboi Bala Kaigama – Taraba
- Hon. Jibir Maigari – Yobe
- Sani Garba – Zamfara
- Solomon Ayuba Dagami – Federal Capital Territory (FCT)
A Renewed Mandate for Fairness
The Federal Character Commission plays a pivotal role in promoting equitable distribution of public posts and socio-economic resources across Nigeria’s diverse regions. With this broad-based reshuffle, President Tinubu signals his commitment to balanced representation and inclusive governance.
This latest set of appointments reflects a calculated move to infuse fresh energy into the FCC, even as the reappointment of Dr Dankaka ensures continuity at the leadership level.
