Acting President Yemi Osinbajo on Wednesday in Abuja swore-in five new
commissioners of the National Population Commission, NPC.
The swearing in of the commissioners followed their successful
screening by the Senate, on December 12, 2016, after their nomination
by President Muhammadu Buhari.
The appointment of the commissioners was also endorsed by the National
Council of State, last year.
They are Benedict Ukpong, Akwa Ibom; Gloria Izonfuo, Bayelsa; Kupchi
Iyanya, Benue; Haliru Bala, Kebbi; and Eyitayo Oyetunji, Oyo.
This is the first time the acting president will be administering oath
of office on political appointees as President Muhammadu Buhari is on
10-day vacation in London.
The event, which was carried out before the commencement of the weekly
Federal Executive Council, FEC, meeting, was witnessed by cabinet
ministers and relations of the appointees.
(NAN)
