August 15, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Louis Odion as the Executive Commissioner of Operations for the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC).
A press statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, also announced the appointment of Ummasalma Rabiu as the Executive Commissioner of Corporate Services at the FCCPC.
The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Senate, as required by the FCCPC Act of 2018, the statement added.
Odion from Edo State is a veteran journalist and former senior technical assistant to vice-president, Yemi Osinbajo, on media. Before that, he was commissioner for information in Edo state. He holds two Master’s degrees, one in Modern War Studies from the University of Buckingham, United Kingdom, and the other in International Law and Diplomacy from the University of Lagos.
Rabiu, 35, from Kano State, founded the Usir Foundation, a non-profit organisation that empowers underprivileged individuals and communities through education, skills development, and humanitarian initiatives.
A committed grassroots politician known for her community engagement, advocacy for inclusive governance, and efforts to promote youth and women’s participation in politics, Rabiu holds a degree in Business Administration.
Felix Ifijeh is a journalist with years of professional reporting experience. Known for his keen news sense, compelling storytelling and commitment to accurate, impactful reporting, he has built a reputation for turning leads into clear, engaging, and well-structured reports that resonate with readers. His work reflects deep newsroom experience and a commitment to accurate, impactful journalism.
