Qausain Group of Companies, through its flagship broadcasting channel, Qausain TV, has appointed a popular Kannywood actor and singer, Adam A. Zango as the Director General of the TV station.
The Qausain Group President, Alh Nasir Idris, in a statement on Monday in Abuja, disclosed that Mr Zango’s appointment as Director-General is effective immediately.
According to the statement, the appointment was ratified during a Board of Directors meeting.
Mr Idris added that the former Military Governor of Kano State, Col. Sani Bello (retired) had been appointed as Chairman Pro-Tem of the board.
“The appointment of Bello as Chairman Pro-Tem is for an initial term of four years, in accordance with the Companies and Allied Matters Act.
“His responsibilities include providing effective leadership, promoting open discussions, and facilitating sound decision-making within the Board,” he said.
Idris said that the former Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Pantami, was named as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
“Pantami, in his role as an Independent Non-Executive Director, will offer independent oversight and challenge the Board’s decisions with an objective, impartial perspective.
“His position is designed to ensure that deliberations are free from conflicts of interest,” he said
The President also revealed the appointment of renowned former BBC Hausa Service broadcaster, Ahmad Abdullahi, as a Non-Executive Director.
He said that their appointments was in line with the vision of the broadcast outfit.
“Abdullahi, a veteran journalist who served the BBC for 28 years before retiring in July 2023, will focus on promoting high standards of corporate governance.
He will be expected to entrench ethical conduct and regulatory compliance in his role as a Non-Executive Director.
“The board highlighted his extensive experience in the media industry, stating that his expertise aligns with the company’s pursuit of excellence and innovation.
“His responsibilities include shaping Qausain TV’s strategic direction, driving premium brand development, forging strategic partnerships, and enhancing sales strategies,” he said.
He urged the appointees to leverage their extensive experience to drive the company’s goals, objectives, and mission forward.
“We are confident that your distinguished background and profound insights will be instrumental in propelling the company to new heights of success,” he said.
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