Dr Maureen Tamuno has assumed office as the Group Managing Director of Abuja Investments Company Limited (AICL).

Tamuno was appointed as the AICL GMD by the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on April 4, 2024.

According to a statement issued by the Head of Public Relations and Communications of the company, on Wednesday, April 17, Tamuno made history as the first female GMD of AICL in the 30 years of its existence.

The GMD, who resumed office following a hand-over ceremony on April 8, emphasised her commitment to an open-door policy to all staff and urged the AICL team to operate at the highest standard of transparency, confidentiality, accountability, and ethical business practices.

The statement added that “Dr Maureen brings to AICL a wealth of experience in leadership, strategic marketing, and consumer behaviour, along with a profound commitment to excellence and service.”

Tamuno is an alumna of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), where she earned her degree in Management Studies.

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Her academic journey continued with a Postgraduate Diploma in Management, an MBA in Marketing, and a PhD in Marketing from Ebonyi State University.

Tamuno also attended Harvard University where she pursued certificates in Global Business Strategy and Sustainable Business Strategy.

The statement further said:  “With a career that spans various leadership roles, Dr Tamuno has demonstrated exceptional skills in diplomacy and governance. As a former top lawmaker in the Rivers State House of Assembly and Nigeria’s High Commissioner to Jamaica, she has shown an unwavering dedication to fostering growth and development. Her leadership style is characterized by integrity, innovation, and a deep-seated desire to empower others.

“As CEO, Dr Tamuno envisions AICL as a beacon of sustainable investment, driving growth not only in FCT but across Nigeria and beyond.”

Abuja Investments Company Limited is the investment arm of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), tasked with the strategic goal of providing a conducive environment for business operations and living through investment in infrastructure, services, and facilities.

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