President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, approved the appointment of seven heads of strategic agencies and programmes under the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development. Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, said in a statement, that the appointments were made to facilitate the needed relief to Nigerians and ensure the effectiveness of humanitarian and social development programmes, The President named Badamasi Lawal, as the Chief Executive Officer of the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA). Lawal who holds a doctorate in education, had previously served as a commissioner in Katsina State.
The President also approved the appointment of Funmilola Olotu, as the Programme Manager of the National Social Safety-Net Coordinating Office Olotu holds a master’s degree in business administration. Until her appointment, she has served as the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Lagos State on state lotteries. The President also appointed Aishat Alubankudi, as the Programme Manager, Grant for Vulnerable Groups.
Alubankudi who holds a bachelor’s degree in community development, has experience as a risk assessor and financial manager. Others include Aderemi Adebowale, who was appointed as the Programme Manager of, the Home Grown School Feeding program According to Ngelale, ” Princess Adebowale holds a doctorate, and currently serves as the Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Ci.