By PAMELA EBOH, Awka

The National President of the Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI), Ambassador EO Okafor, has hailed Ambassador Haruna Ginsau mni, SEC 32, 2010, ?on his well-deserved appointment as the Board Chairman of the newly established North West Development Commission (NWDC)?.

Okafor in a congratulatory message made on behalf of the National Executive Committee and the entire AANI family, said that the appointment bears eloquent testimony to Ambassador Ginsau mni?s long-standing dedication to public service and national development, as well as his sterling leadership, which he has demonstrated over the decades both in Nigeria and across the globe.

He said: ?Ginsau?s illustrious career in the Nigerian Foreign Service, where he served with distinction in various capacities, including as Nigeria?s Ambassador to Algeria and Sudan, as well as his leadership and excellent performances in Jigawa State and the National Assembly, have prepared him for this critical responsibility.

?His wealth of experience, passion for development, and unflinching commitment to the progress of our nation and humanity, make him exceptionally suited for this important responsibility.

?AANI is extremely proud of Ambassador Ginsau mni?s achievements and his continued contributions to the nation. Therefore, we are confident that under his leadership, the NWDC will thrive and fulfil its mandate to drive sustainable growth and development in the northwest geo-political region of our great country.

?AANI pledges its full support to him as he takes up this onerous responsibility ensuring that he succeeds in this endeavour and service to humanity.?

The group expressed Its profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR and his administration for recognising merit and competence in appointing Ambassador Haruna Ginsau.

It described the appointment as a highlight of the quality and excellence that AANI members continue to demonstrate in service to the country.

The statement which was signed by Brigadier Gen SK Usman, Sarkin Yakin Kanwan Katsina, the National Publicity Secretary, AANI, further wished Ambassador Haruna Ginsau God?s guidance, wisdom, and success in his new noble undertaking.