PEACE • SECURITY • DEVELOPMENT
The National Officers provide leadership, administration, coordination and specialized oversight in furtherance of OMPALAN’s objectives, programmes and institutional responsibilities.
I. PRINCIPAL OFFICERS
1. Apostle Udo Azogu
Portfolio: President/Chairman, Board of Trustees; National Leader; Leader, South East
Responsibilities: Provides overall leadership and strategic direction for OMPALAN; presides over the Board of Trustees and major national engagements; represents the Association in high-level institutional matters; and provides leadership and coordination for the South East Region.
2. Prof. John Akanya Ndanusa, OON
Portfolio: Deputy President/Vice Chairman, Board of Trustees; Deputy National Leader; Leader, North Central
Responsibilities: Assists the President in the discharge of national responsibilities; supports coordination among OMPALAN’s principal organs; exercises delegated authority where required; and provides leadership for the North Central Region.
3. Prof. Aliyu Jibia
Portfolio: Vice President, Executive/Chairman, National Executive Council; Leader, North West
Responsibilities: Coordinates the executive administration of OMPALAN through the National Executive Council; supervises the implementation of approved decisions and programmes; coordinates executive activities; and provides leadership for the North West Region.
4. HRH Prof. Eyo Etim Nyong
Portfolio: Vice President (Administration)/National Secretary; Leader, South-South
Responsibilities: Oversees national administration and official documentation; maintains institutional records and correspondence; coordinates meetings and official proceedings; facilitates communication among national organs and officers; and provides leadership for the South-South Region.
5. HRM Oba (Dr.) Olubayo Adesola Windapo
Portfolio: Vice President, Chieftaincy Affairs; Leader, South West
Responsibilities: Coordinates matters concerning traditional institutions and chieftaincy; facilitates constructive engagement with traditional rulers; promotes the contribution of traditional institutions to peace and community development; and provides leadership for the South West Region.
6. Alhaji Hammadu Abubakar
Portfolio: Vice President, Foreign Affairs; Leader, North East
Responsibilities: Coordinates OMPALAN’s external and international relations; develops relationships with foreign institutions, development partners and international organizations; supports international representation and cooperation; and provides leadership for the North East Region.
II. PRINCIPAL TRUSTEES
7. H.E. Brig.-Gen. John Yeri (Rtd.)
Portfolio: Principal Trustee
Responsibilities: Provides institutional oversight as a member of the Board of Trustees; contributes to governance and strategic decisions; supports the preservation of OMPALAN’s institutional integrity; and safeguards its long-term interests.
8. H.E. Amb. (Senator) Haruna Garba
Portfolio: Principal Trustee / National Treasurer
Responsibilities: Provides oversight of the financial affairs of OMPALAN; safeguards Association funds and financial assets; promotes proper financial controls and accountability; and supports the preparation and presentation of financial reports.
9. H.E. Amb. Dr. Yahaya Muhammad Kyabo Fagge
Portfolio: Principal Trustee / Chairman, National Political Bureau
Responsibilities: Chairs the National Political Bureau; coordinates consideration of political and governance matters relevant to OMPALAN’s objectives; promotes informed and non-partisan public policy discussion; and presents relevant recommendations to the appropriate national organs.
10. Hon. Jibrin Maigari
Portfolio: Principal Trustee
Responsibilities: Participates in Board of Trustees governance and oversight; contributes to strategic deliberations and decisions; and supports initiatives directed toward the advancement of OMPALAN’s institutional objectives.
11. Hon. Justice Paul Obidigwe (Rtd.)
Portfolio: Principal Trustee / National Legal Adviser
Responsibilities: Provides legal guidance to OMPALAN; advises on legal and regulatory matters; reviews agreements and legal instruments; supports the lawful resolution of disputes; and advises the Association on compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
12. Maj.-Gen. Yakubu Usman (Rtd.)
Portfolio: Principal Trustee
Responsibilities: Contributes strategic experience to institutional governance; supports deliberations concerning peace, security and national stability; and provides oversight and guidance on matters falling within OMPALAN’s objectives.
13. H.E. Amb. Ezema Joseph Chibuzo
Portfolio: Principal Trustee
Responsibilities: Participates in institutional governance and strategic oversight; contributes to national and international engagement where appropriate; and supports programmes and initiatives advancing OMPALAN’s objectives.
14. Alhaji Mukhtar Garba Abubakar
Portfolio: Principal Trustee / National Protocol Officer
Responsibilities: Coordinates official protocol for national engagements and events; manages invitations and official guest arrangements; ensures appropriate ceremonial procedures; and supports dignified and orderly representation of OMPALAN.
15. Otunba Kojo Aruna Elewi
Portfolio: Principal Trustee
Responsibilities: Participates in Board deliberations and institutional oversight; contributes to strategic initiatives; and supports programmes advancing OMPALAN’s objectives.
16. Dr. (Mrs.) Abimbola Odiase
Portfolio: Principal Trustee
Responsibilities: Contributes to Board governance and institutional oversight; supports inclusive stakeholder participation; and promotes initiatives consistent with OMPALAN’s objectives and programmes.
17. Dr. Yusuf Musa, CON
Portfolio: Principal Trustee
Responsibilities: Participates in strategic governance and Board oversight; contributes professional and institutional expertise to national deliberations; and supports the long-term objectives and development of OMPALAN.
III. OTHER NATIONAL OFFICERS
18. Hon. Justice Andrew Okon (Rtd.)
Portfolio: National Coordinator, Peace & Security
Responsibilities: Coordinates OMPALAN’s peace and security initiatives; develops programmes for conflict prevention, early warning, dialogue and community security; facilitates cooperation among relevant stakeholders; and provides reports and recommendations on peace and security matters.
19. HRM Samuel Lebara Aadum Nnee
Portfolio: Assistant Vice President, Chieftaincy Affairs
Responsibilities: Assists the Vice President, Chieftaincy Affairs, in engagement with traditional institutions; supports chieftaincy-related programmes and activities; and promotes the constructive participation of traditional rulers in peace and development initiatives.
20. Dr. Balarabe Zahradeen Ahmad
Portfolio: National Coordinator, Oil & Gas
Responsibilities: Coordinates OMPALAN programmes relating to oil and gas producing communities; facilitates engagement with government agencies, operators and other stakeholders; promotes responsible resource development; and supports community interests and environmental protection.
21. Chief Joe Eze
Portfolio: Coordinator, Environmental Protection Overseas (CEPO), USA
Responsibilities: Coordinates OMPALAN’s environmental protection activities and overseas environmental engagement; facilitates relationships with relevant institutions and partners; promotes environmental sustainability; and supports initiatives addressing environmental challenges in resource-producing communities.
22. Princess Ajibola
Portfolio: National Women Leader
Responsibilities: Coordinates the participation of women in OMPALAN’s programmes and structures; promotes women’s representation and engagement; develops initiatives addressing matters affecting women; and facilitates women’s contribution to peace, security and development.
23. Engr. Prof. David Esezobor
Portfolio: National Coordinator, Solid Minerals Development
Responsibilities: Coordinates OMPALAN’s programmes concerning solid minerals; promotes responsible and sustainable mineral development; facilitates engagement with communities, government and industry stakeholders; and supports initiatives that enhance local economic benefits.
24. Engr. Prof. Hilary Ijeoma Owamah
Portfolio: National Coordinator, Research & Entrepreneurship
Responsibilities: Coordinates research and knowledge-development initiatives; promotes innovation and entrepreneurship; supports evidence-based policy and programme development; and facilitates opportunities for enterprise, innovation and economic empowerment.
25. HRM Eze (Dr.) Abdulfatah Chimeze Emetumah
Portfolio: National Coordinator, Inter-Religious Affairs
Responsibilities: Coordinates OMPALAN’s inter-religious engagement; promotes dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among communities of different faiths; and facilitates collaborative initiatives addressing communal tensions.
26. Prof. Katuka Yaki
Portfolio: Chairman, Welfare Committee
Responsibilities: Chairs the Welfare Committee; coordinates welfare initiatives; identifies welfare needs affecting members and relevant stakeholders; and makes recommendations concerning appropriate welfare programmes and support.
27. Prof. Victor Kogah
Portfolio: National Coordinator, Education Infrastructure
Responsibilities: Coordinates initiatives concerning educational infrastructure and facilities; identifies priority infrastructure needs; facilitates partnerships and interventions; and promotes improved access to quality educational infrastructure.
28. Dr. Ndukwe Adindu
Portfolio: National Financial Secretary
Responsibilities: Coordinates revenue administration; maintains records of income, dues and other receipts; ensures proper documentation of financial transactions; and works with the National Treasurer to maintain accurate and accountable financial records.
29. Chief Chibunna Ubawuike
Portfolio: Principal Secretary
Responsibilities: Supports the National Secretary in administrative coordination; prepares and maintains official documentation; assists with correspondence and meeting records; follows up on assigned decisions and actions; and supports effective communication among national officers.
30. Chief Ifeanyi Oliaku
Portfolio: Head, Administration/Planning
Responsibilities: Coordinates administrative planning and operational organization; assists in developing work plans and implementation schedules; follows up on approved programmes; and supports the efficient coordination of OMPALAN’s national activities.
31. Nafiu Shehu
Portfolio: National Youth Leader
Responsibilities: Coordinates youth participation throughout OMPALAN; mobilizes young people for constructive civic, peace and development initiatives; promotes youth leadership and entrepreneurship; and ensures that youth perspectives are appropriately incorporated into relevant programmes.
ACCOUNTABILITY
All National Officers shall perform their functions within the authority of OMPALAN’s governing organs, cooperate with other officers, maintain appropriate records of their activities, and be accountable for the responsibilities assigned to their respective portfolios.
The responsibilities stated above are functional descriptions of the respective portfolios for the purpose of informing the public through the website. They should not be treated as quotations from the OMPALAN Constitution unless and until the relevant constitutional provisions are inserted and verified.