By Salisu Ibrahim
The Africa Blue Economy Roundtable (ABER), has appointed Veteran broadcaster and journalist Hajiya Madina Dauda Nadabo as its Director of Communications and Public Affairs.
The appointment, which is on voluntary basis, was signed by the Chairman/CEO of ABER and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the BRACED Tourism Promotion and Development Initiative (BTPDI), Dr. Piriye Kiyaramo.
According to the letter dated September 15, 2026, the appointment recognises Nadabo’s distinguished career as a veteran broadcast journalist with over four decades of experience in journalism and international broadcasting.
The recognition considered her service as a Bureau Coordinator and Programme Officer for the Voice of America (VOA) Nigeria Service across its English and Hausa services since 1998.
In her new role, Madina Nadabo will lead ABER’s communication strategy, branding and official statements, as well as serve as its spokesperson, manage media and public relations, and oversee the organisation’s website and social media platforms.
Her responsibilities will also include managing relationships with government, diplomatic missions and other stakeholders, coordinating advocacy for women in the Blue Economy, overseeing internal communications and publications, and leading publicity for ABER programmes and recognitions.
The appointment, takes effect from September 15, 2026.