In a recent development, the National Assembly (NASS) has confirmed the appointment of Bashir Abubakar as the new Chief Public Complaint Commissioner of the Federation. This appointment, along with those of 37 other federal commissioners representing the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), is in accordance with the legal provisions set out by the Public Complaint Commission (PCC) Establishment Act.
The announcement was made through a statement signed by Dr. Barde Umoru, Secretary of Research and Information, on behalf of the Clerk to the National Assembly, Sani Magaji Tambawal. Dr. Umoru emphasized that the appointments were made under section 2(1) of the PCC Establishment Act, which outlines the framework for the selection and roles of the commissioners.
Bashir Abubakar's appointment as the Chief Commissioner marks a significant step towards enhancing the efficiency of the Public Complaint Commission, an institution vital for addressing grievances from the public against administrative injustices. His role will be crucial in steering the commission's activities nationwide, ensuring that public complaints are handled with the utmost integrity and transparency.
In addition to Abubakar, the National Assembly also approved the appointments of commissioners for each state and the FCT, including notable figures such as Adekunle Alao, who will serve as the Commissioner for Osun State. The full list of newly appointed commissioners includes:
- Ubong Uwah (Akwa Ibom)
- Yusuf Abdullahi Ata (Kano State)
- Olayisade Akintade Charles (Ekiti)
- Abatcha Maaji (Borno)
- Falola Olanrewaju Jimoh (Kwara)
- Dr. Achi Ezeora Christian (Ebonyi)
- James Ogaba Oche (Benue State)
- Edith Okoli (Enugu)
- Adekunle Alao (Osun)
- Barde Usman Shehu (Jigawa)
- Maryam Dalhatu Abdulmalik (Adamawa)
- Barr Ronke Binawari (Bayelsa)
- Dr. Owa E. Owa (Cross River)
- Mathew Uduaghan (Delta)
- Bashir M. Isah (Katsina)
- Sama’il Salihu Bui (Kebbi)
- Mirakinyo Akinuye (Ogun)
- Nuhu Sabo (Taraba)
- Hassan Garba Katuzu (Yobe)
- Sani Akilu Idris (Kaduna)
- Madukwe E. E. (Abia)
- Austin Aigbavboa (Edo)
- Bose Mohammed Bashir (Gombe)
- Oladeinde Abolarin (Kogi)
- Olataun Rashidat Yusuf (Oyo)
- Ernest Chima (Rivers)
- Baba Ibrahim Mohammed (Bauchi)
- Mohammed Galandanci (Sokoto)
- Muoka Emmanuel Okechukwu (Anambra)
- Musa Dikko (FCT)
- Mike Uzodimma (Imo)
- Odunewu Hafeez Adekunle (Lagos)
- Hon. Kehinde Adeyemi Oni (Ondo)
- Abbas Garba (Plateau)
- Amb. Hamidu Ibrahim (Zamfara)
- Mustapha Saidu Mahmud (Nasarawa)
- Abdulrahman Mohammed (Niger)
These appointments are expected to strengthen the Public Complaint Commission's capability to serve as a watchdog for the public, ensuring that grievances are adequately addressed across the nation. The commissioners, each representing their respective states, will be pivotal in upholding the commission's mandate to provide redress for injustices and ensure fairness in public administration.
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