President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken the step of suspending Halima Shehu from her roles as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and National Coordinator of the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA).
Shehu’s journey began with her appointment by President Tinubu in October 2023, a decision later confirmed by the Senate on October 18, 2023.
Her expertise in banking and career knowledge was applied to digitise the Conditional Cash Transfer Programme while serving as the National Coordinator.
Prior to her NSIPA role, Shehu had an extensive banking career spanning from 2017 to 2022 at the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development.
Born in Kafin Dagi village, Katsina, Katsina State, she obtained her education from the Federal Government College, Kaduna State, and later pursued degrees at Ahmadu Bello University.
After completing her education, including a Master’s degree in International Affairs and Diplomacy, Shehu embarked on a 10-year banking career, working at the former Intercity Bank before transitioning to Unity and Access Banks. She held various leadership roles in financial transactions across these institutions.
Beyond her financial career, Shehu ventured into politics in 2010, initially appointed as a Senior Special Assistant to former Katsina State governor Ibrahim Shema in 2011. She also contributed to the state’s Internal Revenue Board.
In 2016, the Economic Community of West African Countries appointed Shehu as a presidential election observer in Cape Verde, showcasing her involvement in regional affairs.
