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Buhari reappoints ICPC commissioners

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President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the reappointment of seven members of the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC).

He had since requested their confirmation in a letter dated January 3, 2023 and addressed to the Senate.

The letter was read by the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, at the plenary on Tuesday.

The letter read: “In accordance with the provisions of Section 3 sub-section (3) & (7) of the Corrupt Practices and other related offenses Act. 2000. I write to forward for confirmation by the Senate the under-listed names of seven persons for reappointment as members of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission.

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“It is my hope that the distinguished Senate will consider and confirm the appointment in the usual expeditious manner.”

The nominees are – Justice Adamu Bello (Katsina – North- West), Hanatu Muhammed (Jigawa – North- West), Mrs. Olubukola Balogun (Lagos – South-West), Obiora Igwedibia (Anambra – South-East), Dr. Abdullahi Saidu (Niger -North- Central), Dauda Umar (Nasarawa – North- Central) and Dr. Grace Chinda (Delta – South-South).

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