Dr. Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, former Deputy Governor of Kano State, has officially assumed duties as the Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN), pledging transparent leadership and a renewed commitment to national development.
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At the onboarding ceremony held at the bank’s headquarters in Abuja, Gawuna expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the opportunity to serve, stating that he would align the bank’s vision with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the current administration. He described the appointment as both an honour and a major responsibility, especially at a time when the demand for affordable housing and sustainable urban development is rising.
He commended the Minister of Housing and Urban Development for effective oversight of the bank and acknowledged the efforts of the Managing Director and his executive team. Gawuna expressed confidence that the newly constituted board would build upon the successes recorded by the previous leadership.
According to him, leadership is best defined by service and dedication rather than titles. He assured that his approach would be based on integrity, openness, and teamwork. He noted that the bank is operating in a period marked by both significant challenges and promising opportunities.
He emphasized the importance of collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose. The new board, he said, would engage closely with the executive management to ensure all actions and decisions are in line with the bank’s values and the national housing agenda.
As he took office, Gawuna set out a vision focused on excellence, encouraging a work culture that values accountability, bold ideas, and collective progress. He called on the board and staff to remain united in their goal of delivering improved housing solutions to Nigerians.
The onboarding event was attended by members of the newly appointed board, senior officials of the bank, and other dignitaries.
