President Bola Tinubu has appointed Tunji Bello as the new Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice-Chairman of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC).
This appointment is subject to Senate confirmation.
A statement by Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, said Bello, a seasoned lawyer, administrator, and journalist, brings a wealth of experience to the role.
Bello previously served as Secretary to the Lagos State Government, Commissioner for Environment and various editorial positions at Concord Newspapers and THISDAY Newspapers.
It said the President expects Bello to ensure the Commission’s mandate is fully realized, protecting Nigerian consumers’ interests, promoting their welfare, and guaranteeing the safety and quality of goods and services.
“The President expects that the new Chief Executive Officer of this important agency will ensure the holistic realization of the Commission’s mandate of protecting and promoting the interest and welfare of Nigerian consumers and ensuring the adoption of measures to guarantee the safety and quality of goods and services,” the statement reads.
