Following a pivotal session held on Tuesday, December 12, the Senate commenced the confirmation process for 19 commissioners nominated by President Bola Tinubu to serve on the National Population Commission (NPC). The President’s letter, read during the session, outlined the proposed appointees and solicited the Senate’s approval.
President Tinubu also submitted additional nominations, seeking confirmation for three individuals to assume commissioner roles at the National Population Commission. The nominees include Babajide Fasina (South-West), Enorense Amadasu (South-South), and Bashir Indabawa (North-West).
Chairing the session, Senator Godswill Akpabio led the Senate in deliberating on the nominations. Notably, the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has been directed to furnish the Senate with a report on the nominees within a two-week timeframe.
The list of nominees includes individuals from diverse states across Nigeria, reflecting a commitment to national representation. The appointees and their respective states are as follows:
1. Emmanuel Eke (Abia)
2. Clifford Zirra (Adamawa)
3. Chidi Ezeoke (Anambra)
4. Isa Buratai (Borno)
5. Alex Ukam (Cross River)
6. Blessyn Brume-Ataguba (Delta)
7. Jeremiah Nwankwegu (Ebonyi)
8. Tony Aiyejina (Edo)
9. Ejike Ezeh (Enugu)
10. Abubakar Damburam (Gombe)
11. Uba Nnabue (Imo)
12. Aminu Tsanyawa (Kano)
13. Yori Afolabi (Kogi)
14. Olakunle Sobukola (Ogun)
15. Temitayo Oluwatuyi (Ondo)
16. Mary Afan (Plateau)
17. Ogiri Henry (Rivers)
18. Saany Sale (Taraba)
As the Senate embarks on the confirmation process, the nominations are expected to undergo thorough scrutiny, ensuring that qualified individuals are appointed to contribute to the effective functioning of the National Population Commission.
This development underscores the importance of maintaining a robust and representative leadership within critical government agencies, reflecting the nation’s commitment to accurate demographic data and effective population management. The confirmation process will unfold in subsequent Senate sessions as part of the constitutional mandate to review and approve key appointments.
(Abuja Network)