/ May 16, 2026
/ May 16, 2026

Political Appointment: Tinubu appoints 32-yr-old Halilu as NASENI CEO

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President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of 32-year-old Khalil Suleiman Halilu as the Executive Vice Chairman of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI).

According to a statement issued Friday, September 1, by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, Halilu’s appointment, which takes immediate effect, meant the termination of the tenure of Dr. Bashir Gwandu, who has filled the office hitherto.

“President Bola Tinubu on Friday approved the appointment of Khalil Suleiman Halilu as the new Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI).

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The statement said: “By this appointment, Khalil Suleiman Halilu will serve for an initial term of five years in accordance with the relevant sections of the NASENI Act, 2014.

“Mr. Halilu, 32, is expected to bring his significant experience as an innovator and technology expert to bear in this important new national assignment.

“The tenure of Dr. Bashir Gwandu as EVC/CEO of NASENI is hereby terminated. By the directive of the President, this appointment takes immediate effect.”

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