ABUJA — The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), the umbrella body representing the 36 state governors, has announced sweeping senior-level appointments designed to transform its Secretariat into a modern governance and policy hub.
The move follows an organizational review conducted by Deloitte, which was tasked with reengineering the NGF Secretariat to reflect international best practices. According to the Forum, these appointments will strengthen technical expertise, improve coordination with state governments and development partners, and boost the Forum’s ability to respond to Nigeria’s evolving governance challenges.
In a statement by the NGF’s Director of Media and Strategic Communications, Yunusa Tanko Abdullahi, the newly appointed directors were approved by Director-General Dr. Abdulateef Shittu to “consolidate the Secretariat’s technical depth, enhance program delivery, and ensure sustainable reforms across Nigeria’s 36 states.”
Key Appointments Include:
Mr. Edmund O. Nnaji – Executive Director, Finance & Administration: A legal and finance expert with extensive experience in corporate finance and dispute resolution.
Prof. Dauda Olalekan Yinusa – Executive Director, Policy, Strategy & Research: A renowned economist and former Commissioner for Economic Planning, with strong expertise in fiscal reforms and multilateral programs.
Dr. Ahmad Abdulwahab – Executive Director, Programs & Partnerships: A seasoned public health specialist with a background at Clinton Health Access Initiative and Africa CDC.
Barr. Chuku Chijioke Chuku – General Counsel & Head, Energy: A senior lawyer and reform specialist with broad institutional experience.
Mrs. Hauwa Haliru-Hassan – Director, Gender Affairs & CEO, Nigeria Governors’ Spouses Forum (NGSF): A passionate advocate for gender equality and women’s empowerment.
Dr. Ibrahim Ahmad Katsina – Senior Security Adviser: A security and intelligence professional with a doctorate in Peace and Inclusive Security.
Mr. Yunusa Tanko Abdullahi – Director, Media & Strategic Communications: A journalist and media strategist with extensive experience in public sector communication.
The NGF emphasized that these appointments are not just routine changes but part of a deliberate leadership restructuring aimed at turning the Forum into a results-driven, agile, and impactful institution.
According to the Forum’s statement, this shift is expected to better position the NGF to address Nigeria’s complex governance challenges—including security, economic policy, human capital development, gender inclusion, and intergovernmental collaboration.
“These changes signal a deliberate shift toward a more agile and results-driven institution,” the NGF said, adding that the restructuring will strengthen Nigeria’s subnational leadership and ensure governors are better supported in driving innovation, sustainability, and long-term growth across the federation.
With this restructuring, the NGF has reiterated its commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation, and sustainable development, while setting a new standard for governance excellence in Nigeria.
#NigeriaGovernorsForum #NGF #GovernanceReforms #NigeriaLeadership #StrategicReforms #StateGovernance #PolicyHub #GoodGovernance #NigeriaDevelopment
