Mr. Asein reappointed as DG of the Nigerian Copyright Commission
A letter dated 12 January 2023 and issued by President Muhammadu Buhari has confirmed the renewal of Dr. John Asein’s tenure as Director General of the Nigerian Copyright Commission. Dr. Asein’s tenure was renewed for a second and final tenure of four (4) years.
The Society of Young Nigerian Writers (SYNW) congratulated Dr. John Asein on his reappointment stating that it is testament to his dedicated service and commitment to the promotion of Copyright and Nigeria literature.
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