Prior to earlier news that President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed colonel Hamid Ali as his Chief of Staff, the Presidency has denied the reports.

Via  Premium Times:

The presidency has denied reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has named his chief of staff.

Rumours were rife on Monday that Mr. Buhari on Monday appointed a former military administrator of Kaduna State, Hamid Ali, as his Chief of Staff.

However, the president’s spokesperson, Femi Adesina, told PREMIUM TIMES no appointment had been made.

“No appointment yet,” Mr. Adesina said. He did not provide further details on whether an appointment would be made soon.