The political pressure and think tank of Northern Nigeria, the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), on Wednesday appointed a new publicity secretary and spokesman, Prof. Abubakar Jika Jiddere.
The appointment has been approved by Prof. Ango Abdullahi (Magajin Rafin Zazzau), the Convener and Chairman of the Board of Trustees.
In a statement by the Chairman of NEF’s Management Board, Air Marshall Al-amin Daggash (Rtd), the organization said Prof. Jiddere is a competent and erudite scholar committed to the cause of the North.
It congratulated Prof. Jiddere on his appointment and wished him success in the discharge of his duties.
The Forum also maintained that its role remains as a non-partisan organization focused on advocating for the interests of Northern Nigeria while promoting unity and development in collaboration with other regions of the country.
About Prof. Jiddere
Describing the profile of Jiddere, the forum’s statement added, “Born in 1965 in Jalingo, Taraba State, Professor Jiddere has an impressive academic and professional background: Primary Education: Muhammadu Nya Primary School, Jalingo; Secondary Education: Marmara Government Secondary School, Wukari (1979–1984).
“Tertiary Education: College of Preliminary Studies, Yola (1984–1986); B.Sc. in Political Science, Bayero University, Kano (1986–1989); M.Sc. in International Relations and Strategic Studies, University of Jos (1990–1993); Ph.D. in Political Science, Bayero University, Kano.
“Professional Experience: Joined the Department of Political Science at Bayero University in 1993 as an Assistant Lecturer and is now a Professor of International Relations; Professor Jiddere also served the nation during his National Youth Service at the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, Enugu (1989–1990).”
In his acceptance speech, Professor Jiddere replied, “I wish to state that I have humbly accepted my new appointment and responsibility as the spokesperson of the Northern Elders Forum.
“The Forum is a non-partisan organization dedicated to articulating the collective interests of Northern Nigeria while fostering unity and national development across the country. I pray for Allah’s guidance and protection throughout my tenure and beyond.”
The group has opposed some policies of President Bola Tinubu, notably the Tax Reform Bills, which it believes are detrimental to the interests of their region.
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