NSCIA Expands Leadership with New Executive Council Appointments

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), under the leadership of President-General Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has announced a significant restructuring and expansion of its National Executive Council (NEC). This decision was made during the General Assembly held in Abuja, which included participation from various Muslim leaders and traditional leaders of the Islamic faith across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

The new appointments include Prof. Mahfouz Adedimeji as Deputy Secretary-General (National), Prof. Salisu Shehu as Deputy Secretary-General (International), Mr Abeny Mohammed (SAN) as Deputy Secretary-General (Corporate), and Dr Bala Muhammad as Deputy Secretary-General (Administration). Additionally, Dr Umar Jibrilu Gwandu has been appointed as Public Relations Officer, with Hajia Sekinat Lawal serving as Deputy Public Relations Officer.

Other roles include Dr Mairo Mandara as Development Officer and Arch. Abdullahi Musa as Deputy Development Officer (Technical), while Prof. Fatimah Abdulkarim has been appointed Family Affairs Officer.