JUST-IN: Tinubu Approves Two Major Appointments For Marine And Blue Economy Sector

• Akutah Ukeyima is a graduate of Law and holds a Master’s degree in Public International Law from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
• Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji is a seasoned professional with a Master’s degree in Public Administration and Business Administration.

In accordance with the minister’s recommendations, President Bola Tinubu has appointed two new Chief Executive Officers in parastatals and agencies within the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy.

Tinubu tasked the new appointees in this critical sector to properly implement the minister’s policies and programmes, according to a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale.

The statement reads: “President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of two new Chief Executive Officers in Parastatals and Agencies under the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy in line with the recommendations of the Honourable Minister, H.E. Adegboyega Oyetola:

Managing Director / CEO, National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) — Alhaji Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji

Executive Secretary/CEO, Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) — Mr. Akutah Pius Ukeyima

President Bola Tinubu tasks the new appointees in this vital sector to faithfully implement the policies and programmes of the Honourable Minister in pursuit of the expeditious and efficient attainment of bolstered revenues and investments as part of the Renewed Hope Agenda’s Blue Economy strategy.”