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Buhari, you may mean well, but time is running out

One flaw that detracts from President Buhari’s strengths is tardiness; especially, his dilatory response to matters of importance. This is where an appreciable weakness of the president lies. And most times, the response or actions that follow the intermissions cannot justify the gnawing wait. For example, why wait until July to reappoint the same aides when... Read More

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November 1, 2017

The very faulty line in Buhari’s cabinet expansion plan

by Alexander O. Onukwue Nigeria’s economy is at a better place than it was at this time last year. The exit from recession achieved in the last quarter has increased the motivation of the Government to do more in terms of stimulating the economy to make more available in the treasury. “Nigeria’s prestige has... Read More

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November 1, 2017

Can the expansion of Buhari’s cabinet be all female?

by Alexander O. Onukwue President Muhammadu Buhari wants to expand the Federal Executive Council and it was worth enquiring what the gender representation would be. Of the 36 Ministers chosen by President Buhari in November 2015, only 6 were females, now reduced to 5 with the appointment of Amina Mohammed as United Nations Deputy... Read More

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November 1, 2017

3 explanations for Buhari’s proposed cabinet expansion

by Alexander O. Onukwue At the APC’s meeting on Monday, 30th October, President Muhammadu Buhari intimated that he plans to expand the Federal Executive Council. No specifics were provided from the statements by the President expressed to the National Executive Committee of the APC, only that “the compressed FEC will be expanded to bring... Read More

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President Trump says he doesn’t want poor people in charge of the economy

President Trump in an Iowa rally on Wednesday addressed backlash that his Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross and others in his Cabinet were too rich, said he doesn’t want poor people in charge of the economy, Huffington Post reports. “These are people that are great, brilliant business minds, and that’s what we need, that’s what we... Read More

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President Trump holds first full cabinet meeting

On the road to Making America Great Again, President Trump had his first full Cabinet meeting to “explain” that Russian investigation and every other distraction the White House has had, doesn’t mean his administration isn’t making major strides and accomplishments. Reports say Trump making a reference toPresident Roosevelt said at the meeting; “Never has there... Read More

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Trump struggles to fill hundreds of administration posts before 100-day mark

by Itunuoluwa Adebo President Trump his first 100 days, has beenstruggling to fill hundreds of other administration posts , and the vacancies could pose a mounting challenge as his presidency moves into the next phase. Trump since he assumed office has been slow in naming people to non-Cabinet posts requiring Senate confirmation. He’s had the... Read More

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February 8, 2017

‘Disgraceful’ Democrats obstructing my cabinet – Trump

US President Donald Trump has accused Democrats of obstructing the setting up of his full cabinet. Trump, who stated this on Wednesday via his Twitter account said the delay is the longest in the country’s history. “It is a disgrace that my full Cabinet is still not in place, the longest such delay in the... Read More

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February 5, 2017

Members of Buhari’s cabinet weak, ineffective – Dele Momodu

Publisher of Oviation magazine, Dele Momodu has described the cabinet of President Muhammadu Buhari as weak, timid and ineffective. The media mogul, who stated this in an interview with The Punch said the anti-corruption war of the Buhari administration was similar to that of former president Olusegun Obasanjo. He said, “I’ve always expressed my view about fighting... Read More

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December 19, 2016

‘Buhari begins plans to reshuffle cabinet next year’

The Presidency has hinted the Senate about possible ministerial appointments early next year, Guardian reports. Sources said on Sunday that the President is planning to reshuffle his cabinet and drop 10 ministers. It was gathered that the Presidency has lobbied leaders of the Senate to secure prompt and less rancorous screening process. Two positions are... Read More

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December 9, 2016

‘Constitutional amendment will compel President, governors to appoint cabinet within 60 days’

The Senate Committee on Conditional Review on the 1999 Constitution has said the amendment if passed into law will compel the president or governor to appoint members of his or her cabinet within 60 days after inauguration. Chairman of the committee and deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu revealed this on Thursday while presenting a report... Read More

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October 2, 2016

Unlike Oshiomhole, Obaseki will not appoint any opposition member into his cabinet

Governor-elect of Edo state, Godwin Obaseki says no member of any opposition political party will make it into his cabinet. Obaseki who was declared winner of the September 28 governorship election said this during an interactive session with journalists. Obaseki said, “I will not be able to accept anybody from the opposition political parties as... Read More

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September 11, 2016

6 times Buhari’s ministers said the most ridiculous things

When President Muhammadu Buhari delayed six months before choosing his cabinet, a lot of Nigerians raised eyebrows and questioned his intentions. Others asserted that it was wise to make a careful selection of the best men and women who will effect the Change we all crave. At their swearing-in ceremony, President Buhari said all his... Read More

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November 12, 2015

Names, profiles and portfolios of the ministers in President Buhari’s cabinet

Babatunde Fashola (Lagos)– Substantive Minister – Power, Works and Housing A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), he was Chief of Staff (1999-2007) to former Lagos State Governor Bola Ahmed Tinubu before being elected Governor himself. As Governor of Lagos State from 2007 to 2015 he was responsible for key reforms in the areas of taxation,... Read More

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November 11, 2015

12 ministers of state, 24 ministers: This is what Buhari’s cabinet looks like

President Muhammadu Buhari, renowned for his shrewdness, has lived up to his name, by slashing the number of federal ministries to 24. Since the rumour hit the grapevine months ago that President Buhari may possibly reduce the number of ministries, several figures have been bandied around, in a bid to ascertain the level of reduction.... Read More

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November 6, 2015

YNaija Editorial: The absence of a cabinet is hurting Nigeria’s economy

Although President Muhammadu Buhari has finally named his 36-person cabinet and they have been screened and confirmed by the Senate, the delay in swearing them in and assigning portfolios to them is adding to the cost of the delay of the four months it took them to have them named. In that period of time,... Read More

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September 17, 2015

Ministerial slots: Obasanjo, Tinubu reportedly on collision course

Two South-West leaders in Nigerian politics, Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and ex-Lagos State Governor, Bola Tinubu, have reportedly clashed over President Buhari’s ministerial list. Telegraph reports that Tinubu’s candidate, Lagos State Commissioner for Finance, Wale Edun, whom he recommended as Minister of Finance, has been dropped, despite having undergone screening by the Department of State Services. Edun, will now be replaced... Read More

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September 6, 2015

#BuhariAppoints: No governor or senator can impose a nominee on Buhari

New government, new approach, that is what is happening with the new administration. Unlike in the past when state governors had the privilege to name a candidate for the President’s cabinet, nowadays things are changing as they appear to have lost that influence to make input into the appointment of ministers. The governors, especially those elected on the platform of... Read More

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August 18, 2015

The physically challenged want a place in Buhari’s cabinet

Apparently, nobody wants to be left behind, everybody wants to be recognized. The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) wants to be on President Muhammadu Buhari’s cabinet when he eventually appoints them JONAPWD on Tuesday appealed to Buhari to consider their members for cabinet appointment. The National Secretary of the association, Dauda Sale, in Lafia... Read More

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August 16, 2015

Ambode might release his cabinet list this week

Indications suggests that Governor of Lagos State, Akinwunmi Ambode, may announce members of his cabinet this week. It was revealed that 15 names have been penciled to head some of the 20 ministries in the state and Deputy Governor, Oluranti Adebule, is expected to head the education ministry. Adebule, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education... Read More

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These are the appointments made by President Buhari so far

It’s been 35 days since the inauguration of Muhammadu Buhari as President of Nigeria. Although Buhari is yet to release his ministerial list, he has made key appointments into a few sensitive positions. Out of the nine appointments made by the President, eight are from the North, while one is from the South. We’ve compiled... Read More

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President Buhari will not form his cabinet until…

Perhaps, Nigerians would have to wait a little longer for the cabinet members of President Buhari. The President has been widely criticised for delaying in the appointment of ministers by several Nigerians across aboard, however, a source close to the Presidency says that Buhari would not form any cabinet until the “rot left behind by the... Read More

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Dele Momodu: Dear Nigerians, Buhari needs patience

I’ve been visibly disturbed by the spate of unnecessary and unwarranted attacks on the leadership style of our dear President Muhammadu Buhari who was sworn in barely a week ago. What is his offence? Fellow Nigerians, you must be wondering from the title of my Column this week if I am missing Madam Patience Faka... Read More

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Buhari may take over from Diezani as Petroleum Minister

It is believed that President Muhammadu Buhari may most likely assume responsibility as the petroleum minister in the new cabinet. According to a report by Reuters, close associates of the President revealed that he may take up the portfolio of the oil ministry. Buhari has experience in managing the oil sector, having been head of the Petroleum... Read More

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October 23, 2013

Kwara governor dissolves cabinet, advisers sacked

by Adeola Balogun Joining the cabinet reshuffle fever that has been sweeping round the country, the Governor of Kwara State, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed, has sacked his entire cabinet comprising commissioners and advisers. The commissioners were subsequently asked to hand over to their respective permanent secretaries. More news on this development as it unfolds

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September 30, 2013

Opinion: A memo to President Jonathan’s bootlicking cabinet

by Bayo Oluwasanmi That President Jonathan is a weak leader as aptly stated by Olumhense is an understatement. It’s no news therefore that the bootlicking cabinet members of Mr. Jonathan are taking full advantage of a disabled and deluded president whose leadership deficit grows everyday….. Few minutes after concluding the piece originally meant for this... Read More

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September 23, 2013

The purge: Gov. Ajimobi dissolves Oyo cabinet

The governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, has dissolved the state executive council. According to a statement issued by the Director, Cabinet, Mr. Dotun Omokemi, the decision was taken after the state executive council meeting held on Monday. In the statement, Governor Ajimobi said there was the need to inject fresh blood into the... Read More

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September 14, 2013

Duro Onabule: And the PDP civil war spreads

by Duro Onabule President Jonathan could not be faulted either on the timing or the ex-ministers concerned. In war, you employ every weapon at your disposal. The only fallout is that the cabinet reshuffle makes the PDP crisis bloodier. Since the outbreak of the civil war in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), there has been... Read More

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September 12, 2013

Revealed: Why Jonathan sacked nine ministers (READ)

by ‘Jola Sotubo The nation is still reeling from the news of the sack of nine ministers in the first major cabinet reshuffle since the beginning of the Jonathan administration. (Pres. Jonathan sacks education, foreign affairs ministers, and 7 others) President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday sacked nine ministers with no warning and no explanation. However, an... Read More

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September 12, 2013

So long, farewell: Kaduna State Governor, Mukthar Yero, sacks entire cabinet

by ‘Jola Sotubo The cabinet reshuffle fever going around has extended to Kaduna State as Governor Mukthar Yero yesterday sacked his entire cabinet. The governor announced the dissolution of the State Executive Council with immediate effect and ordered all the commissioners to hand over to their permanent secretaries by Friday. Yero was sworn in 10... Read More

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