Tinubu Appoints CEOs in Marine and Blue Economy Sector

In a statement released by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity), on October 25, 2023, President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of two new Chief Executive Officers for parastatals and agencies within the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, following the recommendations of the Honourable Minister, Adegboyega Oyetola. The two new appointees are:

1. Alhaji Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji as the Managing Director/CEO of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA). Alhaji Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji has a background in Banking and Finance and holds Master’s degrees in Public Administration and Business Administration. With over 28 years of industry experience, he entered the public service and has a track record of turning around the Osun State Investment Company Limited and later served as the Osun State Commissioner of Finance for eight years.
2. Mr. Akutah Pius Ukeyima as the Executive Secretary/CEO of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC). Mr. Ukeyima is a law graduate with a Master’s degree in Public International Law from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. His recent role was as the Head of the Central Authority Unit, International Cooperation in Criminal Matters, Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation.

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• Tinubu Appoints CEOs in Marine and Blue Economy Sector

The President has charged the newly appointed CEOs with the responsibility of implementing the Honourable Minister’s policies and programs in this crucial sector. These appointments are seen as part of the renewed Hope Agenda’s Blue Economy strategy, with a focus on achieving increased revenues and investments in the marine and blue economy sector.