• Kogi PPD leader Austin Okai has slammed President Tinubu for holding back Defense Minister Bello Matawalle and Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu
• According to Okai, Tinubu’s reason is linked to his plan to maintain power in 2027 and the latest appointments suggest a continuation of political maneuvering rather than economic and competence considerations.
• In an exclusive interview with Legit.ng on Sunday, Okai stressed the need to include technocrats in key positions to ensure effective governance and economic reform.

Legitime.ng Journalist Esther Odili has more than two years of experience covering political parties and movements.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) 2023 House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency of Kogi State, Austin Okai, has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s cabinet reshuffle as a continuation of political maneuvering.

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Okai kicks as Matawalle retains ministerial post

In an exclusive interview with Legitime.ng on Sunday October 27, he criticized the president Tinubu For conserve Bello MatawalleNigeria’s defense minister, suggesting it could compromise national security.

Okai also expressed concern about the president Tinubu’s recent appointmentsas well as his decision to keep Adebayo Adelabuthe minister of power.

Speaking further, okai PDP The leader says the new appointments indicate a preference for political loyalty over the expertise needed to drive effective policy change in the country.

THE PDP the chief said:

“Recent presidential cabinet appointments have raised concerns about the balance between political influences and the need for technocratic expertise. Many hoped for the inclusion of more technocrats who could bring specialized knowledge and skills to government. However, the latest appointments suggest a continuation of political maneuvering instead of economic considerations and competence.

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“The decision to retain the two defense ministers raises questions about their suitability given existing controversies. For example, Matawale, who has unresolved issues with the EFCC and alleged links to banditry, remains a controversial choice His continued presence in the cabinet is seen as a politically correct decision rather than one based on merit or security clearance. Likewise, the appointment of a high-ranking minister appears to be motivated by considerations. policies rather than qualifications.

“The energy minister has also been criticized for lacking the expertise needed to effectively manage the sector, leading to speculation that his retention may be due to personal ties to the president rather than his skills.”

Okai spoke after President Tinubu on Wednesday October 23 reshuffled his cabinet, sacked five ministers, reassigned 10 more and took on seven new appointments.

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Tinubu must resign as Oil Minister

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Asiwaju Bola Tinubu was asked to resign as Minister of oil and concentrate on his presidential duties.

Two public commentators, Baba Yusuf and Femi Odeere, made the call and claimed that retaining the position of Minister of Oil has hampered the improvement of the country’s daily oil production.

They spoke a day after President Tinubu’s cabinet reshuffle and the dismissal of some ministers who had underperformed after one year in office.

Source: Legit.ng