Tinubu Sacks Bello-Koko, Appoints Dantsoho As NPA MD
By Frederick Wright
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho as the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA).
This follows the removal of Momammed Bello-Koko from the helms of affairs of NPA.
A statement by Special Adviser to the President, (Media & Publicity), Chief Ajuri Ngelale, said the president has also approved the appointment of Senator Adedayo Adeyeye as Chairman of the Board of NPA.
Dantsoho holds a Doctorate degree in Maritime Technology from Liverpool John Moores University, United Kingdom, and a Master’s degree in International Transport from Cardiff University of Wales, United Kingdom.
Before his appointment, he had served in various roles in the Nigerian Ports Authority as Assistant General Manager; Technical Assistant to the Managing Director; Port Manager, Onne Port; and Principal Manager, Tariff & Billing.
Adeyeye, the Board Chairman, is a seasoned lawyer, journalist, and politician.
He is a former Minister of State for Works and former Senator representing Ekiti South Senatorial District.
The president expects the new leadership of this pivotal agency to deploy excellence in the discharge of their duties to enable efficient port services and improved industry outcomes.
