The former acting Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Kayode Oladele, yesterday formally handed over the affairs of the commission to the newly appointed Executive Chairman, Ayo Hulayat Omidiran, at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja.

Last Thursday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu swore in Omidiran.

Oladele served as Acting Chairman from July 2, last year, following the exit of the immediate past substantive Executive Chairman, Muheeba Farida Dankaka.

In her acceptance remarks, Omidiran expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve and hailed Oladele for his leadership during his nearly seven-month tenure.

“I accept this responsibility with a profound sense of honour and commitment. I sincerely appreciate Kayode Oladele for his dedication, stability, and efforts in steering the commission over the past almost seven months,” Omidiran said.

She noted that Oladele’s stewardship ensured continuity and institutional balance, applauding the cooperation and professionalism that characterised the transition process.

Assuring commissioners and management of inclusive leadership, the new Executive Chairman reaffirmed her commitment to transparency, fairness, and national cohesion.

“I look forward to working closely with all commissioners and the management team to strengthen the commission and effectively deliver on our constitutional mandate,” said Omidiran, who represented Ayedaade/Irewole/Isokan Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives from 2011 to 2019.

Following the handover, Omidiran formally submitted the official handover documents to the commission’s Verification Committee for review and documentation.

The executive chairman also announced the constitution of various statutory and ad hoc committees aimed at strengthening internal processes and enhancing the overall effectiveness of the FCC.

The event was attended by the Secretary of the commission, Mohammed Musa, state commissioners, key stakeholders, and members of the media. (The Nation)