Daniel Bwala, an aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has revealed that President-elect Bola Tinubu has decided not to appoint certain nominees who were being considered for positions in the new government, News About Nigeria reports.
Bwala, a public affairs analyst who accurately predicted the composition of the upcoming government, shared this information on Twitter.
According to Bwala, Tinubu made this decision because some of the individuals expected to be appointed were displaying a “sense of entitlement”.
Bwala also expressed concerns about the potential inclusion of outgoing governors in the new cabinet.
He stated that there is a growing worry that having a significant number of former governors in Tinubu’s list of ministers could pose a threat to good governance.
These concerns highlight the need to carefully consider the selection of individuals for ministerial positions to ensure effective and efficient governance.
Additionally, Bwala suggested that Babatunde Ogala, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and former APC Legal Adviser, may be considered as a replacement for Babatunde Fashola in the position of Attorney General of the Federation (AGF).
Although Femi Gbajabiamila appears to be the likely candidate for the role of Chief of Staff, Bwala believes that Fashola, who currently serves as the Minister of Works and Housing and is a former governor of Lagos, should still be considered for this position.
These revelations provide insight into the decision-making process surrounding the formation of the new government under President-elect Tinubu.
It appears that Tinubu is carefully evaluating potential nominees, considering not only their qualifications and experience but also their attitude and approach toward public service.
The decision to drop certain individuals who displayed a sense of entitlement indicates Tinubu’s commitment to ensuring that those appointed to ministerial positions are dedicated and will prioritize the needs of the people.
Furthermore, Bwala’s concerns about the presence of former governors in Tinubu’s list of ministerial candidates highlight the potential challenges that could arise from such appointments.
While former governors may bring valuable experience to the table, there is also a risk of conflicts of interest and the undermining of good governance.
