President Bola Tinubu has reappointed Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha as the Director-General of Nigeria’s National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA) for a second five-year term.
The renewal of Prof. Mustapha’s position takes effect from October 31, 2024, as confirmed in a letter from the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume.
A statement released by Toyin Omozuwa, Press Secretary to the Director-General, highlights that the reappointment is seen by industry experts as a testament to President Tinubu’s confidence in Prof. Mustapha’s leadership.
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The administration recognises his achievements in advancing biotechnology to address critical national needs, such as food security and pharmaceutical production. His efforts are also aligned with positioning Nigeria as a leader in the…