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Published on 2024-03-30 09:22:21
Some top APC stalwarts are expressing their unhappiness over the recent appointments made by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. These stalwarts feel that the hopes of the foot soldiers who worked tirelessly for Tinubu’s emergence as Nigeria’s president have been dashed.
One particular issue that has caused discontent among these APC stalwarts is the appointment of Abdullahi Ganduje’s son as the executive director of technical services at the Rural Electrification Agency. In addition, Tinubu’s daughter’s husband, Oyetunde Ojo, was appointed as the chief executive officer of the Federal Housing Authority. These appointments have raised concerns about the criteria used for selecting individuals for key positions in the government.
According to journalist Esther Odili, who has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements, the polity is currently rocked by lamentations over Tinubu’s appointments. Many critics argue that Tinubu has favored his friends and political associates over qualified individuals, despite promising that competence would be the key criterion for appointments in his government.
Just a month after being declared the winner of the 2023 presidential election, Tinubu declared that he would not consider factors like religion or ethnicity in his appointments. However, some Nigerians are now questioning the president’s commitment to meritocracy, as they believe that appointments have been made based on personal relationships rather than qualifications.
Party leaders and foot soldiers who supported the APC are also feeling left out in the appointment process. They feel neglected and overlooked as Tinubu continues to appoint individuals who are close to him or his associates. This has led to allegations of lopsidedness, reminiscent of criticisms faced by former President Muhammadu Buhari during his tenure.
Some of the controversial appointments that have sparked criticism include the appointment of Oyetunde Ojo, the husband of Tinubu’s daughter, as the CEO of the Federal Housing Authority, and the appointment of Abdullahi Ganduje’s son in a key role at the Rural Electrification Agency. Critics argue that these appointments do not reflect the promised emphasis on competence and merit.
Concerns have been raised by APC members who feel that promises of patronage and rewards for loyalty have not been fulfilled by Tinubu. Some party leaders worry that Tinubu’s chances in the 2027 elections may be affected by his perceived disregard for party members who played a crucial role in his victory.
Overall, the discontent among APC stalwarts reflects a growing disillusionment with Tinubu’s leadership style and appointment decisions. The controversy surrounding these appointments underscores the importance of transparency, fairness, and meritocracy in the selection process for key government positions.
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