Buhari appoints Jime as executive secretary Nigerian Shippers’ Council
By Eniola Idris
President Muhammadu Buhar has approved the appointment of Emmanuel-Lyambee Jime as the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council, after the expiration of Hassan Bello’s tenure.
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, confirmed this in a statement on in Abuja.
According to the statement, Jime, who holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law, brings his wealth of experience to the new role having distinguished himself in several public offices.
He was at a time Managing Director at the Nigeria Export Processing Zone Authority (NEPZA) and a two-term member of the House of Representatives representing Makurdi/Guma Federal constituency between 2007 and 2015.
He was also Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly from 1992 to 1993.
“The appointment is for a renewable four-year tenure,’’ the statement said.
