FCT Minister’s Media Aide, Usman Rano, Announces New Appointments to Strengthen Office Operations
By Yahaya Idris, Abuja
The Office of the Media Aide to the Honourable Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Hon. Bin Usman Rano, has announced the appointment of seven individuals into various advisory and support roles aimed at strengthening the operations of the office.
According to a statement issued on Sunday, the appointments are part of efforts to improve administrative efficiency and enhance engagement with key stakeholders across different sectors.
The newly appointed officials are:
– Abubakar Alhassan Muhammad Lale — Personal Assistant (PA)
– Umar Bashir Umar — Special Adviser on Protocol
– Abdullahi Muhammad Ghali — Special Adviser on Media
– Bashir Ibrahim Sisay — Special Adviser on Student Matters
– Najeeb Garba Lawan Rano — Special Adviser on Youth and Sports
– Yusuf Tijjani (YT) Rano — Special Adviser on Special Duties
– Muhammad Uzairu — Special Adviser on Religious Affairs
Speaking on the appointments, Hon. Bin Usman Rano said the selections followed careful consideration of the appointees’ integrity, commitment to service, and track records in their respective areas.

He noted that the appointments are expected to strengthen the office’s operational capacity while promoting effective communication and collaboration with youths, students, religious groups, media practitioners, and other stakeholders.
Rano expressed confidence that the appointees would contribute meaningfully to the vision and objectives of the office through their experience and expertise.
He also congratulated the new officials and urged them to carry out their responsibilities with diligence, professionalism, loyalty, and a strong sense of duty.
The statement wished the appointees success in their new assignments.