President Bola Tinubu has appointed three seasoned professionals as Directors-General of key national agencies and a prominent public affairs analyst as Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications, signaling a strategic boost across sports, hospitality, and procurement sectors.
Leading the appointments is Mr. Olawale Olopade as Director-General of the National Sports Commission.
A distinguished sports administrator, Olopade brings extensive expertise to the role, having served as Ogun State’s Commissioner for Youth and Sports and chaired the 2024 National Sports Festival’s organizing committee.
Dr. Abisoye Fagade, a marketing communications expert and CEO of Sodium Brand Solutions, will helm the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism, adding his strategic insights to advance Nigeria’s tourism sector.
Dr. Adebowale Adedokun takes the reins at the Bureau of Public Procurement, where his prior experience as Director of Research/Training and Strategic Planning is expected to enhance efficiency and transparency in government contracts.
Completing the lineup is Daniel Bwala, a renowned lawyer and public affairs commentator, appointed as Special Adviser on Public Communications and Media in the State House, where he will steer the government’s media relations.
President Tinubu urged the appointees to bring “dedication, patriotism, and excellence” to their new roles, emphasizing their contributions to Nigeria’s growth trajectory.
