According to a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on media and publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, his sack took effect
from yes, December 7th, 2020.
There was no reason given for the sudden sack but the President has asked the Supervising Minister of the Agency, the Minister of State, Labour and Employment, to nominate an Acting DG from amongst the most Senior Directors based on competencies and seniority to take over from Dr. Argungu until a substantive holder of the post is appointed by Mr. President.
