Just a day after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu forwarded a list of 28 potential ministers to the Senate, political tensions have escalated in ten key states that are yet to receive any nominees.

Prominent figures within the All Progressives Congress (APC) from these states are reportedly intensifying their lobbying efforts to secure nominations.

These figures are reaching out to current and former governors, presidential aides, and influential individuals who hold sway over the President to advocate for their inclusion in the cabinet….CONTINUE READING

As Naija News previously reported, the list of nominees announced by Senate President Godswill Akpabio includes a diverse array of names.

However, additional nominations are expected in the coming days as the President aims to finalize his full cabinet within two weeks.

In the states of Lagos, Osun, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Gombe, Kano, Kebbi, Kogi, Yobe, and Zamfara, the absence of nominees has sparked increased political activity and speculation.

For instance, in Lagos, President Tinubu is navigating a host of competing interests, including the potential nominations of former Governor Akinwumi Ambode and former Minister of Works and Housing Babatunde Fashola.

Similar debates are occurring in other states, such as Ogun, where a prominent member of Tinubu’s campaign team is considered a top choice despite controversy over past statements.

Internal disputes among local political figures are complicating the nomination process in Bayelsa.

The situation in Kano is even more intricate, as a deal may have been struck with a former governor, but the recent governor opposes the arrangement, leading to tensions and negotiations.

Kebbi state’s former governor, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, is facing opposition due to concerns about his ability to secure key positions.

Disagreements and power struggles in states like Kogi, Yobe, and Zamfara are further hindering the smooth nomination process.

Interestingly, some prominent supporters of President Tinubu during his campaign, including Festus Keyamo, have not been included in the initial list of nominees.

As the nomination delays persist, all eyes are on President Tinubu as the nation awaits further nominations in the coming days. The unfolding tension is likely to continue as the President strives to balance various interests while forming his cabinet.