President Bola Tinubu may appoint Nuhu Ribadu as NSA

There is indication that President Bola Tinubu might have pencilled down Nuhu Ribadu as the National Security Adviser, NSA.

Shehu Sani, a former lawmaker gave the indication on Sunday.

Ribadu was a Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.

Sani, in a post via his verified Twitter handle, said that Ribadu would be faced with the challenge of addressing the nation’s security issues.

He wrote, “The appointment of Nuhu Ribadu as the new NSA is commendable.

“I was quiet aware of the vicious and envious persons who ensured that Ribadu was denied any appointment in the last eight years because of the reason that he was not a buharist.

“The challenge before him is addressing our security challenges. I wish him all the best.”

NUHU RIBADU

Ribadu boasts a commendable track record in fighting corruption during his tenure as the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). His pursuit of high-profile corruption cases during his time earned him both praise and criticism.

A lawyer, former police officer, and anti-corruption crusader, Ribadu gained significant recognition during his tenure as the pioneer of the EFCC.

BONA NAIJA learnt that his background as a former police officer could have counted against him as the NSA position has customarily been occupied by persons with military backgrounds.

Ribadu studied law at Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, Nigeria, and later earned a Master of Laws (LL.M) degree from the University of Lagos, Nigeria. He also attended several professional courses and workshops on law enforcement and anti-corruption strategies.

Ribadu, who hails from Adamawa State in Nigeria’s North East region, began his career as a police officer in Nigeria and held various positions within the Nigerian Police Force. He served in different capacities, including as a divisional police officer, chief superintendent of police, and assistant commissioner of police.

He was appointed EFCC chairman in 2003 by then-President Olusegun Obasanjo, tasked with investigating and prosecuting financial crimes, particularly corruption, money laundering, and fraud.