Asumoh Ete Ekukinam
Asumoh Ete Ekukinam | |
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Minister of Finance | |
In office 1976–1977 | |
Preceded by | Shehu Shagari |
Succeeded by | James Oluleye |
Personal details | |
Born | 1929 Akwa Ibom state |
Nationality | Nigerian |
Alma mater | Atlanta University Wharton School of Finance |
Profession | Economist Public Servant |
Asumoh Ete Ekukinam (born 1929) was Nigerian politician who served as the Finance Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria during the Nation's 2nd republic in 1976 and 1977.[1]
Early life[]
Ekukinam was born 1929 in Ikot Epene in Akwa Ibom State.
Education[]
Ekukinam attended Methodist College, Uzoakali. He received further degrees degree from the Atlanta University, Georgia and the Wharton School of Finance, US.[2]
Career[]
Ekukinam was director of research at CBN[clarification needed] from 1966-1972, and later vice-chairman and chairman of the social economic council to the governor of Southeastern state.[3] Ekukinam was appointed the Minister of Finance replacing James Oluleye (1976-1977).
References[]
- ^ Azikiwe, Ifeoha (24 September 2018). "Nigeria, Echoes of a Century: 1914-1999". AuthorHouse. p. 278 – via Google Books.
- ^ Osso, Nyankko (30 December 2018). "Ekukinam, Asumoh Ete".
- ^ "Ekukinam". Nigeria history.[permanent dead link]
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- Finance ministers of Nigeria
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