Auctioneers inaugurate task force against sharp practices

In a decisive move to sanitise Nigeria’s auctioneering industry and eliminate unauthorised operations, the Nigerian Auctioneers Group has inaugurated a National Task Force Committee aimed at restoring professionalism, transparency, and regulatory compliance across the sector.

The group, which comprises seasoned professionals and stakeholders within the industry, made this known in a formal statement, naming David Omeike as the National Chairman of the newly established committee.

According to the National Caretaker and Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Association of Auctioneers (NAA), the core mandate of the task force is to:

• Enforce compliance with the NAA constitution, code of conduct, and operational guidelines

• Ensure that only duly registered and licensed auctioneers are allowed to operate across the country

• Monitor and prevent unauthorised auction activities

• Curb sharp practices and illegal operations

• Liaise with law enforcement and regulatory agencies for enforcement

• Support the implementation of decisions from the Caretaker Committee and National Executive Council

The task force is expected to serve as a vital enforcement arm of the association, ensuring that only professionals who meet industry standards and licensing requirements conduct auctions within Nigeria’s jurisdiction.

Task Force Membership

Alongside Omeike, the task force is composed of dedicated industry professionals including:

• Adeyemo Adeyemi

• Sani Mohammed

• Danladi Mamman

• Isah Muhammed

• Sanusi Ahmad

• Tari Emberru

• Ebube Jackson

• Eddy Imo

• Eze Abraham

• Umah Argungu

• Abubakar Abdullahi (Secretary)

About the Task Force Chairman

David Omeike, a member of the Lagos State chapter of the association, brings an impressive résumé to his new role. He is:

• Executive Director of the International Human Rights & Dignity Defenders’ Forum

• Assistant Commissioner of Police (Supernumerary)

• A certified private investigator

• Member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (USA)

• Managing Director of Cosmopolitan Security and Enquirers

He also previously served as Chairman of the NAA Task Force for the South-West region, where he led multiple initiatives to restore order in the sector.

Driving Industry Reforms

The inauguration of the task force is part of ongoing reforms led by the association to restructure and professionalise the auctioneering sector. These reforms are intended to bring the Nigerian auction system in line with national standards and global best practices.

The Board of Trustees of the NAA, chaired by Alfred Diette-Spiff, who was also the association’s first NEC president, has expressed strong support for the task force’s mandate and vision.

This marks a pivotal step in the association’s efforts to elevate industry integrity, foster professional excellence, and build public trust in auction practices across Nigeria.