Senate Approves Peter Eze as Federal Commissioner for Enugu in Federal Character Commission

The Senate on Thursday confirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s nomination of Hon. Peter Ogbonna Eze as the Federal Commissioner representing Enugu State in the Federal Character Commission (FCC). His confirmation followed the presentation of a comprehensive screening report by the Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs.

The committee’s report, presented by its chairman, Senator Allwell Heacho Onyesoh (Rivers East), during a plenary session presided over by the Senate President, paved the way for the upper chamber to adopt all recommendations after a smooth consideration process.

Senator Onyesoh informed the Senate that the nominees—among them Peter Eze, FCC Executive Chairman-designate Hon. Ayo Hulayat Omidiran, and 36 others—were thoroughly screened on Tuesday, November 13, 2025.

“The committee did not receive any criminal petitions on any nominee. They all appeared before us, submitted the required documents, and demonstrated capacity for the roles they were nominated for,” he said.

He explained that the vetting process covered the review of curriculum vitae, Code of Conduct clearance certificates, police reports, DSS screening reports, and other eligibility documents. Each nominee also made a formal presentation and participated in an extensive question-and-answer session.

Onyesoh added that all 37 nominees submitted by President Tinubu, representing the 36 states and the FCT, met the constitutional qualifications to serve in the Commission.

Presenting the committee’s findings, Senator Onyesoh described the nominees— including Peter Eze— as “eminently qualified, competent, and individuals of proven integrity,” adding that Eze displayed a deep understanding of the FCC’s mandate and the reforms required to strengthen the commission.

“The committee found them eminently qualified. His appointment will strengthen the capacity of the Federal Character Commission to review outdated statutes and harmonise them with current realities,” he said.

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele moved the motion for the Senate to dissolve into the Committee of the Whole to consider the nominees.

Supporting the motion, Deputy Minority Leader Senator Olalere Oyewumi stated:
“I rise to support their nomination. From their résumé, they have held different positions both locally and internationally. I thank Mr President for finding them worthy.”

Following the motion, the Senate dissolved into the Committee of the Whole to consider each nominee. After a state-by-state review with no objections raised, the committee adopted the report and reverted to plenary.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio subsequently subjected the nominations to a voice vote, with all nominees receiving unanimous approval.

President Tinubu had earlier announced Eze’s inclusion among the Commissioners in a statement issued by Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga.

Eze, an accomplished economist and public administrator, brings a robust background in international business, corporate governance, and public service. A native of Aji in Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State, he currently serves as Executive Assistant to Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, contributing to political, developmental, and philanthropic initiatives.

His academic record includes:

B.Sc. Economics (Second Class Upper), University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Master’s in Customs Management, School of Public Administration, University of International Business and Economics (UIBE), Beijing

He is also a recipient of several honours, including the Most Outstanding Student Award (UIBE, 2019), Rotary International Leadership Excellence Award (2023), and the China-Nigeria Friendship Award (2022).

Eze’s professional journey spans notable roles such as Head of the International Desk at Chinese CEO Group in Beijing; Executive Secretary at the Orji Uzor Kalu Foundation; Special Correspondent with The Sun Newspapers; Director of Procurement and Logistics at Slok Nigeria Ltd; Director of Strategy at The Sun Publishing Ltd; and Director of Operations at The New Telegraph.

Until his appointment, he headed Bullion Standard Nigeria Ltd, overseeing mining, importation, production, and international partnerships.

With strengths in economic policy, strategic management, development planning, and institutional reform, Eze is widely regarded as a strategic addition to the Federal Character Commission.

Other Confirmed Nominees

The Senate also confirmed Hon. Ayo Hulayat Omidiran as Executive Chairman of the FCC, along with representatives from other states:
Lawal Ya’u Roni (Jigawa); Abubakar Atiku Bunu (Kebbi); Eludayo Eluyemi (Osun); Abdulwasiu Kayode Bawalla (Lagos); Hon. Obinna Oriaku (Abia); Bema Olvadi Madayi (Adamawa); Dora Ebong (Akwa Ibom); Nnoli Nkechi Gloria (Anambra); Babangida Adamu Gwana (Bauchi); Sir Tonye Okio (Bayelsa); Aligba Eugene Tarkende (Benue); Engr. Modu Mustapha (Borno); Dr. Stella Odey Ekpo (Cross River); Ederin Lovette Idisi (Delta); Barr. Nwokpor Vincent Nduka (Ebonyi); Hon. Victor Sabor Edoror (Edo); Hon. Sola Fokanle (Ekiti); Ibrahim Baba Mairiga (Gombe); Hon. Jerry Alagbaoso (Imo); Ruth Jumai Ango (Kaduna); Muhammad Awwal Nayya (Kano); Hon. Anas Isah (Katsina); Bello Idris Eneye (Kogi); Dr. Ibrahim Abdullahi (Kwara); Alh. Isah Jibrin (Niger); Comrade Ajimudu Bola (Ondo); Prince Ayodeji Aleshinloye (Oyo); Hon. Pam Bolman (Plateau); Aaron Chukwuemeka (Rivers); Alh. Aminu Tambar (Sokoto); Bobboi Bala Kaigama (Taraba); Hon. Jibir Maigari (Yobe); Sani Garba (Zamfara); and Solomon Ayuba Dagami (FCT).

Senator Onyesoh expressed confidence that the newly confirmed Commissioners—particularly high-capacity technocrats like Peter Eze—will help reposition the Commission in line with the demands of modern public administration.