The Progressive Change Ambassadors of Nigeria (PCAN) have accused President Bola Tinubu of lopsided appointments in his administration, mainly involving people from the South West region.
The group accused Tinubu of ignoring competent individuals from other ethnic groups, leading to feelings of alienation and resentment among Nigerians from other parts of the country. The APC group urged Tinubu to ensure balance in appointments, reflecting the diversity of the nation and ensuring all Nigerians have a voice in the government.
They also urged Tinubu to ensure that control of Nigeria’s economy has been ceded exclusively to South-west Yorubas.
The letter criticizes the Nigerian President for his appointment of 20 presidential aides, 15 of whom are from his own geopolitical zone and ethnicity, and the appointment of eight Yorubas from the South-West. It also mentions the appointment of the Inspector-General of Police, Controller-generals of Nigeria Customs and Immigration Services, and the Chief of Army Staff all from his own ethnic group.
The letter calls for the President to reconsider his approach to political appointments and include people from all geopolitical zones in his government to build trust and ensure representation for all Nigerians.
