Tinubu Shakes Up Consumer Council, Appoints Omotenioye Majekodunmi As New DG

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Omotenioye Majekodunmi as the new Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC).

The announcement was made in an official statement from the State House on Thursday.

Majekodunmi takes over from Dr. Nkiruka Madueke, the Council’s inaugural Director-General, who was appointed in June 2024. According to the statement, Majekodunmi is a seasoned climate finance specialist and environmental lawyer with over 17 years of experience.

Before her elevation, she served as the Financial Adviser to the NCCC and played a vital role in advancing Nigeria’s climate change policies and strengthening the nation’s global climate partnerships.

The presidency stated that the appointment aligns with President Tinubu’s ongoing commitment to combat climate change and enhance environmental governance.

President Tinubu also expressed gratitude to the outgoing DG, Dr. Madueke, for her dedication and the foundational progress achieved under her leadership.