…By Lola Smith for TDPel Media.
Muhammad Shehu Lawal, a former aide to Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has been selected as the Chief Press Secretary to Governor-Elect, Senator Uba Sani.
The appointment was officially confirmed in a statement personally signed and issued by the Governor-elect.
Lawal’s appointment became effective on Tuesday, May 23, 2023.
Lawal’s Experience and Qualifications:
Lawal previously served as the Special Assistant to Governor El-Rufai on Political Matters from 2019 to 2023.
Senator Uba Sani acknowledged Lawal’s significant expertise in strategic communication, political communication, image management, conflict resolution and peacebuilding, monitoring and evaluation, which he has acquired over a decade.
Key Role in Political Campaigns:
Lawal played a crucial role in the development and implementation of media and communications strategies for the Kaduna State APC Campaign Council and the North West APC Presidential Campaign Council.
Educational Background and Certifications:
Muhammad Shehu Lawal holds a Master’s degree in International Affairs and Diplomacy (MIAD) from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, a Master’s degree in Conflict, Peace, and Strategic Studies from Kaduna State University, Kaduna, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
Additionally, he has obtained certificates in Interfaith Conflict Resolution and Conflict Analysis from the United States Institute of Peace, Washington DC, as well as a certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation from the Global Health Learning Centre, Baltimore, USA.
Responsibilities and Expectations:
The Governor-elect expressed his expectations for Lawal’s role, emphasizing the need for effective strategies to publicize government activities, engagement with the media and relevant agencies, and positively projecting the image of the incoming administration.
He extended his best wishes to Lawal and sought Allah’s guidance in fulfilling his new responsibilities.