Tinubu appointing Akume as SGF step toward unity, northern groups say
Three groups, the Muryar Talaka, Arewa Youths Enlightenment Forum and Coalition of Anti-corruption groups, have lauded the appointment of George Akume as secretary to the government of the federation (SGF).
The groups praised the appointment in a joint statement issued on Sunday in Katsina by their leaders, Bishir Dauda, Khadija Yusuf and Jibo Yusuf, respectively.
“It is a significant step towards greater unity and inclusivity in the diverse Nigerian society. We hail President Tinubu for finding the former governor of Benue state good enough to be appointed as the SGF,” stated the groups. “Tinubu is a man who is genuinely interested in upholding the tenets of federal character and inclusivity of the country, and we are proud that Akume’s exceptional leadership qualities are being appreciated at the highest level.”
Last week President Bola Tinubu appointed Mr Akume alongside others.
The statement added, “More importantly, we commend President Tinubu for maintaining his trademark commitment to meritocracy in making key appointments. The selection of Akume as SGF demonstrates a government that prioritises competence and qualifications above religion or tribal sentiments.”
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
States
Four suspects arrested over alleged theft of 19 goats in Niger
A police source said confirmed 19 stolen goats were recovered from the suspects.
NationWide
Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation of Yuguda as AMCON chairman
Mr Tinubu said that Mr Yuguda’s nomination was necessitated by the exit of the immediate past chairman of the corporation’s board.
Diaspora
Use profit of South African companies in Nigeria to compensate xenophobia victims, Oshiomhole tells Tinubu govt
Mr Oshiomhole stated, “This does not require any further investigation because the facts are self-evident.”
World
Egypt accuse FIFA of fixing World Cup after controversial Argentina defeat; demands referee
“The referee was really not fair. Not fair. The referee was not fair,” Zico stated.
NationWide
Defence diplomacy strengthens Nigeria’s security, says CDI
Mr Undiandeye said defence diplomacy also contributed to global peace and collective security while advancing the national interests of participating countries.
States
Security agents, Oyo govt intervene as Yoruba, Hausa clash claims two lives in Ibadan
Mr Lawal said the state government would not allow hoodlums to turn the incident into a tribal war.
