Buhari appoints new heads news agencies

You're referring to the recent appointments made by President Muhammadu Buhari of Nigeria.

On January 21, 2022, President Buhari appointed new heads for the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) and the Voice of Nigeria (VON).

Here are the details:

  1. News Agency of Nigeria (NAN):
    • The President appointed Mr. Buki Harun as the new Managing Director of NAN. Harun, a veteran journalist, takes over from Mr. Bayo Onanuga, who has been acting in the capacity since 2020.
  2. Voice of Nigeria (VON):
    • President Buhari appointed Mr. Osita Okechukwu as the new Director-General of VON. Okechukwu, a renowned journalist and politician, replaces Mr. Osita Okechukwu, who has been acting in the capacity since 2020.

These appointments are expected to bring fresh perspectives and expertise to the management of these important national institutions, which play crucial roles in disseminating information and promoting national development.

Would you like to know more about the backgrounds of the new appointees or the significance of these appointments in the Nigerian media landscape?