President Muhammadu Buhari has removed the Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Michael Akabogu.
In an internal memo signed by the Executive Director of Operations of the agency, Gabriel Iwelunmor, it reads: “I am directed to inform you that Mr President, Muhammadu Buhari, in the exercise of his powers under Section 8 of the NSITF Act has directed the removal from office of Dr Michael Akabogu, as the Managing Director/CE of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) with effect from Friday, 3rd February 2023”, the memo reads.
“Subsequently, the Executive Director Administration of the Fund – Barr. (Mrs) Maureen Allagoa has been directed to take charge of the affairs of the Fund.
“Furthermore, this information should be communicated to the staff of your various Departments/Units, Regions and Branches”, the memo added.
