Nigerians Reacts As “Former Failed Governors” Oyetola, Lalong, Bagudu, And Matawalle Make President Tinubu’s Second Batch Of Ministerial Nominees

Nigerians Reacts As “Former Failed Governors” Oyetola, Lalong, Bagudu, And Matawalle Make President Tinubu’s Second Batch Of Ministerial Nominees....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Written By Oshiobugie Omo-Ikirodah

It is truly a moment of surprise and debate as former governors, considered by some to have had underwhelming terms in office, find themselves on President Bola Tinubu’s second batch of ministerial nominees. The list was announced by the Senate President, Godwill Akpabio, with names like Gboyega Oyetola of Osun State, Simon Lalong of Plateau State, Abubakar Bagudu of Kebbi State, and Bello Metawale of Zamfara State. CONTINUE READING

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Public reactions have been a mixture of shock and incredulity, particularly given the contentious political history of these former governors. Bello Metawale,notably, has been tagged as the ‘worst governor of Zamfara State.’ After leaving office, his successor ordered police to raid his home and reclaim what were claimed to be stolen government vehicles.

Similarly, Gboyega Oyetola, the former governor of Osun State, failed in his re-election bid, losing to the current governor, Ademola Adeleke. His inclusion on the ministerial nominee list has raised several eyebrows. CONTINUE READING

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Abubakar Bagudu, the former governor of Kebbi State, also carries a controversial past. Known to be an associate of the late Sani Abacha, he was indicted for aiding the former head of state in concealing stolen Nigerian funds in the United States.

Lastly, Simon Lalong of Plateau State, known for leaving a pile of debts for his successor and losing his senatorial bid to opposition due to his performance as a governor, also made the list. His state was even lost to the presidential candidate of the Labour Party.

The list of ministerial nominees, brought to the Senate by former Speaker and current Chief of Staff to Tinubu, Femi Gbajiabiamila, completes the ministerial slots for the remaining eleven states. As this news circulates, it’s clear that the political discourse in Nigeria will remain heated and engaging in the days to come.

Source: Bushradiogist