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PRESIDENT TINUBU NOMINATES THREE NEW BOARD MEMBERS FOR THE CODE OF CONDUCT BUREAU. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

 


STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE


PRESIDENT TINUBU NOMINATES THREE NEW BOARD MEMBERS FOR THE CODE OF CONDUCT BUREAU


In a move to enhance oversight mechanisms, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated three new members to fill existing vacancies on the board of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB). 

 

The announcement was made in a formal letter addressed to the Senate President.

 

The nominees are Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle from Oyo State, Kennedy Ikpeme from Cross River, and Justice Ibrahim Buba, a retired judge of the Federal High Court.

 

Established in 1979, the Code of Conduct Bureau plays a critical role in maintaining integrity within public service and ensuring compliance with the country’s ethical standards. 

 

The Bureau operates with a 10-member board.

 

On October 23, 2024, President Tinubu swore in the chairman of the board, Dr. Abdullahi Usman Bello. 

 

The current board includes: Barr. Muritala Aliyu Kankia, Hon. E J Agbomayinma, Barr. Ben Umeano, and Prof. Juwayriyya Badamasiuy. 

 

Other members are Mr. Bulus I Zephaniah, and Hon. Abdulsalam Taofiq Olawale.

 

Bayo Onanuga

Special Adviser to the President,

(Information & Strategy)

November 26, 2024

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