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.<\/p>\n
Leading the appointments is Mr. Olawale Olopade as Director-General of the National Sports Commission.<\/p>\n
A distinguished sports administrator, Olopade brings extensive expertise to the role, having served as Ogun State\u2019s Commissioner for Youth and Sports and chaired the 2024 National Sports Festival’s organizing committee.<\/p>\n
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\u2019s tourism sector.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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\u2019s media relations.<\/p>\n
President Tinubu urged the appointees to bring “dedication, patriotism, and excellence” to their new roles, emphasizing their contributions to Nigeria’s growth trajectory.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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