From Maduabuchi Nmeribeh, Kano
The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Indisyry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA), has endorsed Engr. Ibrahim Jani, as the consensus candidate for the position of 2nd Deputy National President of the association.
Before his latest elevation, Engr. Jani was the National Vice President of NACCIMA.
He was unanimously nominated by the Coalition of Northern States Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, And Agriculture (CONSCCIMA), at a Council Meeting, held in Dutse, Jigawa State on Tuesday.
In a statement by Chief Dr.H.O. Aďedeji, President of CONSCCIMA, made available to journalists on Wednesday, the meeting, which he described as unprecedented, was attended by the Jigawa state Governor, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar.
The statement added that Engr. Jani was the most senior National Vice President of NACCIMA, hence the reason for the unanimous decision to nominate him for the position.
Ad’edeji said, “in his acceptance speech, Engr. Jani Ibrahim promised to dedicate his energy to move NACCIMA to higher pedestal, aimed at achieving the association’s goals of revamping the economy of the country.”
The statement further disclosed that, “the meeting had also set up a high powered committee to produce a comprehensive blueprint to revamp the economy of Northern Nigeria.”
The President of Consccima Dr. H. O. Adediji, while thanking all the members of CONSCCIMA, charged them to rededicate themselves to the progress of the association.
He also expressed profound appreciation to Dr Ahmad Rabiu, National Vice President, NACCIMA, “for the maturity exhibited and support for the unity of CONSCCIMA.”
He added that the marathon meeting was also attended by the Patron of NACCIMA, Engr. Mohammed Rufai.