NigComSat MD,Ahmed Rufai Placed On Indefinite Suspension

Following a ministerial directive by the Communication Technology Minister, Mrs. Omobola Johnson, the Board of Directors of NigComSat has asked the Managing Director, Mr. Timasaniyu Ahmed-Rufai, to proceed on indefinite leave.

 This directive is to pave the way for an investigation into the financial status of the company, according to a statement by the company.

 Consequently, the Executive Director (Marketing), Ms. Abimbola Alale, has been named Acting Managing Director, pending the conclusion of the investigation.

Ahmed-Rufai, who has extensive experience in both private and public sectors, started as Project Manager of NigComSat-1 before the establishment of NigComSat Limited in April 2006, when he was named Managing Director and Chief Executive.