CODE announces leadership change
The Connected Development (CODE) has appointed new executive members as its founder and Chief Executive, Hamzat Lawal, begins a Chevening Scholarship program in the United Kingdom. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Hamzat reflected on CODE’s 13-year journey from a small grassroots campaign to an international movement now working across 12 African countries. He […]
The Connected Development (CODE) has appointed new executive members as its founder and Chief Executive, Hamzat Lawal, begins a Chevening Scholarship program in the United Kingdom.
Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Hamzat reflected on CODE’s 13-year journey from a small grassroots campaign to an international movement now working across 12 African countries.
He highlighted the impact of CODE’s flagship initiative, Follow The Money (FTM), which has tracked over N400 billion in government and donor funds, ensuring resources reached schools, health centers, and communities in need.
As part of the leadership transition, Hamzat Lawal announced Hyeladzira Mshelia as the Acting Chief Executive Officer and Head of Office, and Mukhtar Modibbo Halilu as the Secretary-General of Follow The Money International, with a mandate to expand the initiative.
The new Acting CEO, Hyeladzira Mshelia, expressed gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to CODE’s vision.
The Secretary-General of FTM, Mukhtar Modibbo, stated that one of the new executives’ goals is to expand capacities across the world.